I live on an Army base in Germany. The church is a big part of my life, and I love to bring dishes to the groups I'm involved in- it gives me an opportunity to try new things. I'm a Bible believing Christian. My faith in Christ has carried me through some rough times. I love my husband and I'm proud of him- he fought for 15 months in Iraq. We enjoy raising our toddler daughter. Germany is gorgeous! Spring time is here and the flowers are in bloom. I made a mean dark chocolate cake, yogurt made it delicious and so moist, with matching frosting. I like using red and green peppers, red onion, and fresh garlic in many of the main dishes I cook. I also enjoy making avacado mango salad. Cucumbers marinated in vinagar and red onion was a favorite in my household growing up. We also ate BLT sandwiches smeared with peanut butter. My father taught me to make baked beans with some brown sugar, mustard and ketchup. My cooking triumph came one day when entertaining. I made pecan stuffed mushrooms, curried chicken salad, fruit salad, and deviled eggs! It was quite a spread. My biggest triumphs were cooking Thanksgiving dinner for the first time, and also when I made this delicious cheeseball made with bacon, chives and crusted with pecans. The only tragedy is being too afraid to make something in the first place. I love the sense of pride I feel after attempting a new dish- it's a feeling of ease that I can make it again!