John Wayne's Delight

So, a recent blog post here, mentioned me enjoying "John Wayne's Delight," and I received a comment regarding the recipe's title. I know that I asked the same question of the lady who brought it to a friend's baby shower (over 20 years ago...)so my secondhand knowledge may be faulty here...

What I recall, is that this book had recently been published. The book was on stereotypes of masculinity...and John Wayne epitomized masculinity in many people's minds. At this point, I'll leave it to the reader to either follow that train of thought, or provide their own knowledge or conjecture on why this quiche has this name:)

Anyway, I loved this quiche from the first time I tasted it, and it has been enjoyed by family and friends for the past 20+ years.

Did I mention it is very easy to make? Here is the recipe if you are interested:

John Wayne's Delight

2 (4 oz.) cans chopped green chilies (I prefer mild ones)
1 lb. grated cheddar cheese*
1 lb. grated Monterey Jack cheese*
4 eggs, separated
1 Tablespoon flour
2/3 cup evaporated milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 diced tomatoes

(* this last time, I used a bagged mixture of grated colby and M Jack cheeses)

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In large bowl mix grated cheese and chilies together, put in a buttered 9x13 inch pan. Separate eggs. Mix yolks, evaporated milk, flour, salt and pepper. Beat egg whites until peaks form. Fold into yolk mixture. Put over cheese mixture, and fold egg mixture into cheese. Bake 30 minutes. Put diced tomatoes on top and bake another 30 minutes.TAAAA DAHHHHH!!!! Especially for you, Karen :)

Simple Woman's Daybook - October 27th

Outside My Window... It is dark -- I think this is the latest I've ever posted this meme.

I am thinking... How beautiful the autumn season is -- changing colors, cooler temps...

I am thankful for.... Family reconciliation -- or, at least, the seeds of such --

From the kitchen... More Dirty dishes....an empty bottle of wine -- leftovers to be used for tomorrow's lunch...

I am wearing... My blue Denver pullover with pajama bottoms...a real fashion statement.

I am creating... frienships and fellowships that last...

I am reading... More of When Women and Mountains Meet: Adverntures in the White Mountains by Julie Boardman, and marveling at bold and courageous women of the past.

I am hoping... to find a tenant by December 1st.

I am hearing... intermittent traffic outside my home -- and the hum of the CPU inside -- general, late-night house creaks.

Around the house... The quiet before the storm ????

One of my favorite things... Raking my maple autumn leaves -- the second of many times until the city comes to clear them away :)

A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week: ...A friend is in town -- hopefully some visiting with him...One last mowing, as we have several days in the 60s... Reformation Party at church on Friday -- look forward to introducing a new friend to that tradition -- finishing one or more of the books I've been reading...

Here is a picture thought I am sharing:My grandfather, Theodore and his cousin, Casper circa 1910....

Simple Woman's Daybook - October 20th

Outside My Window... Cloudy sky -- with the morning fog or haze finally lifting over the valley.

I am thinking... How blessed I am to be in generally good physical health -- lately there have been many stories of cancer, brain and spine trauma that I have been praying for...

I am thankful for.... The generosity of the body of Christ in times of need...

From the kitchen... Dirty dishes....homemade food depleted over the weekend -- leftover pizza :)

I am wearing... Brown pants, blue blouse and tan sweater -- nylon knee highs with black shoes...

I am creating... a notebook of my photo CDs....

I am reading... Snippets of Red State Rebels, edited by Joshua Frank and Jeffrey St. Clair...

I am hoping... to receive an estimate for my tenant's furnace problem this week....

I am hearing... the voices of my accounting cohorts -- keyboard tapping...

Around the house... Trask's toys in the kitchen -- ongoing culling of stuff -- quiet and calm...

One of my favorite things... Driving to and from church with special lady friends from church..

A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week: Meeting with the heating installer tomorrow -- also a bridal shower that evening - Wednesday ladies' brown bag lunch with a peacemaking friend from Kenya... Yark clean up from last week's snowstorm -- raking maple leaves :)

Here is a picture thought I am sharing:Yes, he does have that look in his eye :)


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Simple Woman's Daybook - October 13th

Please visit Peggy's (The original Simple Woman) blog and leave a comment if you'd like...I'm sure she would appreciate it.

Outside My Window... Snow! Lots and lots of snow...drooping maple tree branches -- cloudy sky -- windy weather.

I am thinking... that this was the largest snowfall for an October weekend in recent history...

I am thankful for.... Gas heat, warm wool socks, Netflix selections....HBO's John Adams (part one) and lots of Good Earth tea -- link sausage and bagels - and an SUV with 4 wheel drive....

From the kitchen... John Wayne's Delight tonight with fresh tomatoes and white wine...

I am wearing... Black pants, raspberry-magenta blouse and white sweater -- blue wool socks with black shoes...

I am creating...very little lately I'm sorry to admit :)

I am reading... Still enjoying slices of Life Together by Dietrich Bonhoeffer...

I am hoping... and praying that my tenant's furnace problem can be solved this week....

I am hearing... the voices from a downstairs office -- keyboard tapping...

Around the house... Housekeeping took a back seat this past weekend to snow removal and the furnace problem...so things are in disarray :)

One of my favorite things... Friends on furlough from Uganda -- sharing stories, introducing us to another family at the medical mission -- along with a wonderful church potluck....

A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week: Working on details and help for the furnace problem -- anyone notice a theme here???

Here is a picture thought I am sharing:Sunday morning snowfall - BEAUTIFUL!!!!!

Simple Woman's Daybook - October 6th

(I have been very remiss in linking to Peggy's (The original Simple Woman) blog each week.... Please visit, and leave a comment if you'd like...I'm sure she would appreciate it.

Outside My Window... Maple leaves with a rusted edge - telling me they are ready to change from emerald to gold.

I am thinking... that parenting adult children takes wisdom, grace, patience, mercy and love --- from God.

I am thankful for.... Salvation, the Word, new babies in the church, health, my home, and my family and friends....

From the kitchen... Clean and light, but needing some paint and patch-up work...

I am wearing... Capri Jeans, blue top and white sweater

I am creating...a set of piano selections to play for friends, neighbors, or just myself...

I am reading... A River Runs Through It, and other stories by Norman Maclean.

I am hoping... my daughter finds some suitable work this week, that still allows her time with her son at home...

I am hearing... the hum of the CPU, file cabinets closing and a dear friend's voice on the phone...

Around the house... Several projects that need completion, like cross stitch and photo or scrapbook album..

One of my favorite things... More Table Fellowship with new friends following yesterday's worship.

A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week: Preparing a meal for a family from my church --- having lunch with a special friend -- on Sunday, hearing about the Ugandan mission work and meeting a new missionary family.

Here is a picture thought I am sharing:Sunset over the Anaconda smokestack...

I took a walk today...

I love taking walks in early fall.

Crunching leaves can be very stress-relieving...
I got to greet several walkers along the way on a day that would otherwise be pretty silent :)
I heard the referee whistles, the applause and cheers of the fans, and marveled at the high school soccer competition at Daylis stadium.
I saw a 60s style Volkswagen bus that was painted with all the right slogans of that time...
I drank in the smells and colors of fall foliage, and was thankful to see many unmowed lawns like my own.
Many homes are gearing up for the Halloween holiday by decorating -- some inviting -- some, not so much...

All that in about 30 minutes -- and a mile radius -- but enough to give me a better perspective on my Saturday.

Well said, Carrie Jean!

A few posts back, I alluded to the ministry I work with, and offered a link to the first part of Ken Sande's talk on Thursday at the annual conference in Orlando --

Well, my friend and former co-laborer, Carrie Jean has given her reaction and response to her time at this year's conference in a recent blog post. It usually takes a few days to get this kind of perspective, after attending a conference - it really is unique in its effect.Tomorrow, I look forward to our weekly staff gathering, when each person is given the opportunity to express a story or experience from the conference, that made an impact on their life. I know from my own past experiences that this time will be sweet -- and lifted up as praise to our Lord, for His goodness and grace.

Simple Woman's Daybook

Outside My Window... a panoramic view of our city; local businesses at the forefront - sandstone rimrocks at the northern edge;

I am thinking... that life is good because God is good;

I am thankful for.... over 600 attendees at our ministry's annual conference; and for safe return of several co-laborers - it was getting pretty quiet here.

From the kitchen... a half bottle of Riesling - Dad's fresh tomatos - clean window valance - swept floor - available countertop....

I am wearing... white top with striped capris and tennis shoes.

I am creating...a wonderful group of friends on Facebook.

I am reading... A Blossom in the Desert by Miriam Huffman Rockness

I am hoping... to listen to and watch the teaching from the conference, with other friends and neighbors.

I am hearing... laughter and conversations

Around the house... A more uncluttered look to my bedroom as a result of a major assault on Saturday;

One of my favorite things... Table Fellowship with gal friends following Sunday worship.

A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week: To enjoy autumn in the great outdoors; time to meet and get to know pastors and leaders from our regional presbytery; celebrate a sweet sister's 37th wedding anniversary.

Here is a picture thought I am sharing:

A fishing stream near Missoula, Montana

Our finest hour...

So, this year I was on the "home team" for Peacemaker Ministries - which means that I, along with a core few (Jon, Becca and Jo) held down the fort for the Billings office, while the majority served the guests at our annual conference in Orlando, Florida.

I have been able to attend the last five conferences, and each of these begins with a keynote address from our President, Ken Sande. A friend has linked the video for the first part of his Thursday evening address - I encourage you to watch this segment and follow up with the next segments when they are offered.

Before leaving work on Friday, my co-laborer related a story from the conference that he had heard. A woman who was intent on a divorce from her husband prior to Ken's talk - was later intent on contacting a judge on Monday to reverse that option.

I'm always amazed at how the Spirit works in people's hearts as they hear the Word preached - and how that work has an amazing impact on not only their lives, but is a testimony for others' struggles as well. I'm also thankful for her change in perspective....

Friday Links

One of the blogs I frequently visit is ConnorWatch - which provides daily updates of Connor's recovery from a diving accident this summer.

A while ago, his family began going through the alphabet - and on a daily basis, assign an attribute of God for that day's letter. They then invite their readers and commenters to add other attributes using the day's letter.

So, yesterday's letter was "V." Now, the newest change for Connor is his ability to use a computer, even though he shows little movement response yet below his chin -

Here is what Connor was able to put into the computer for a "V" attribute of God.

V is for Victor. Jesus defeated Satan at the cross, and because of that we don't have to be afraid of him anymore. The Bible says that "greater is He who is in us than he who is in the world", and James 4:7 says to resist the devil and he will flee. So because Jesus is our Victor, He gives us power - power over the world, power over our sin, power over our enemy.

Thank you for giving up your precious time to pray and to check up on me.

Love, Connor"

Once again, I know Connor and his family would covet your prayers...