Author Archives: Rachel Matembe

Today I am so excited to be sharing with you one of my favorite Ugandan recipes, the Rolex. I prepared this recipe as part of the Museum of Surrey Community Treasures Exhibit: Celebrating Our Ugandan ...

This year, I did something exciting, nerve recking and fun all wrapped up in one. The process actually began in August of 2024 when I filled out an application for a Community Treasures exhibit at the...

Have you been racking your brain for ideas on how to keep a sibling occupied while at competitive sports events? Our daughter has a swim meet at least once a quarter and these events last up to five h...

And Abraham went early in the morning to the place where he had stood before the Lord. Genesis 19:27 There is something special about taking an early morning walk on a quiet Sunday morning. Sunday mor...

Who doesn't love crunchy chocolate chip oatmeal cookies? Mmmm....my mouth is watering just thinking about them! A friend shared this recipe with me when we visited them in the beautiful farm city that...

For BC family day this year we surprised our children with a trip to FlyOver Canada at Vancouver's downtown waterfront. FlyOver Canada is an immersive flying journey that connects you with Canada's be...

This year I have received the boldness to step out of my comfort zone on many occasions. For the first time since we joined 3 years ago, I agreed to tutor classes on our homeschool community days. I w...

Handmade cards are not just beautiful and unique, the time and effort used to make them makes them an extra sweet and special gesture. Crafting is a creative way to spend more time as a family. It's a...

Matthew 25: 22-26 And he also who had the two talents came forward, saying, 'Master, you delivered to me two talents; here, I have made two talents more.' 23 His master said to him, 'Well done, good a...

We could all use some words of affirmation from the people that mean the most to us, our family and friends. A genuine compliment lifts our spirits, encourages us and spurs us on even to greater works...