Hi friends, would you like to be on the Inspiring Link blogroll featured at One Stop Shop? We want to show off your inspiring blogs, websites, non-profits, fundraisers, adoption agencies or ministries.  I envision having hundreds of banners for my readers to be inspired by your craziness. Here is how!

Form Located at ONE STOP SHOP!

Fill out the form.  Choose a photo or your blog button or logo. You need to edit & crop it to size using photo shop, iPhoto or other.  Your “banner” must be a static 120 pixels wide by 60 pixels high (just click on the ‘upload’ button at the bottom of the form). Please make sure that the size specifications are met or your banner can not be included. I am unable to resize or create buttons for you.  Thanks for understanding.

It may take me one to three days to get links added, so thanks for your patience!  Email me if you have questions.

Here is an example of the Inspiring Links-

My Crazy Friends

If you would like to have MY CRAZY ADOPTION button, I would appreciate the exchange. Just copy the button and load it into your blog and link back to https://mycrazyadoption.org

WHO READS MY CRAZY ADOPTION?

Crazy men and women who are dedicated to family, parenting, and adoption.  My readers are wildly passionate about helping, cheering, praying, encouraging, advocating, and challenging others to take a look at the crazy world of adoption.  They are bold and radical, definitely not wimpy about exemplifying a life that is NOT ABOUT YOU!  They walk the walk!  They wear adoption T shirts that make a statement- don’t try to run away, they are the most fun people to hang out with.  They are joyful, humorous, energetic readers!

Thanks so much for being a crazy friend!

I Dare You to make a difference in a child’s life today!

We loved reading all the entries for the Christmas saying for our cards. Thank you for joining in the fun. Winner- Jackie Mullis!  Email me and let me know the T-shirt size/style you want.

The winning “message” will be featured on my cards, blog and you also WIN a new Simply Love T shirt…. you can pick Women or Men’s style.  Leave your Christmas card saying in the comments and I will look forward to reading the crazy creativity from my bloggy friends.  I’ll announce the winner Thursday night.

You have till December 15th to order your New Limited Edition Simply Love T shirts!

I am so honored that God would allow our family to adopt a beautiful girl from Ethiopia to call our own.  The Girl Effect Video is a powerful tool to spread the word on making a difference in a child’s life.

The Girl Effect: The powerful social and economic change brought about when girls have the opportunity to participate in their society. WHY GIRLS?
Because when adolescent girls in the developing world have a chance, they can be the most powerful force of change for themselves, their families, communities and nations.
But while those 600 million girls are the most likely agents of change, they are invisible to their societies and the world.
So what can you do about that? Get yourself seen, whether you’re a girl or just believe in girls.

A fun Flip video of my kiddos sharing why our Christmas Memory Tree is so special. You can make one too.  Watch Adoption Life LIVE #2 posted on the right side column.

The greatest key to making adoption thrive is a healthy family.  I’m so blessed to have a family that advocates healthy marriages on a daily basis.  My baby brother is all grown up and has a brand new website I want you to check out.  He has helped me create my crazy blog and works hard to spread the word about adoption through his talent and enthusiasm and sense of humor.  Here’s a little sample of Michael’s ministry…. Go Smalley.

“Amy and Michael Smalley specialize in teaching couples the principles of loving well and loving for a lifetime. Their popularity as nationally renowned marriage builders and couples counselors quickly grew through their signature straightforward, no-nonsense advice. The Smalley’s message inspires, motivates and challenges people to thrive in their most important relationships.”

(www.gosmalley.com)

My crazy family… Michael, Amy, Cole, Reagan, David

I made this casserole the other night and it was a hit with my crazy family!  Let me know what you think?

Chicken Enchilada Casserole

You will need:

1 onion, chopped

1/2 cup butter

1 can cream of chicken soup

1 can cream of mushroom soup

1 small can chopped green chiles

1 cup chicken broth

6-8 flour tortillas, torn into bite-size pieces

4 pounds chicken breasts, cubed

1/2 lb. cheddar cheese (sliced or grated)

Saute onion in buter in a skillet until tender; add soups, green chiles and broth, mixing well.  Layer half the tortilla pieces in a “13 x 9″ baking pan that has been sprayed with non-stick spray.  Layer chicken, cheese and remaining tortilla pieces on top; pour on soup mixture.  Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until juices run clear when chicken is pierced with a fork.  Makes 6 servings

I cut up the flour tortillas in crazy pieces.

I combined the onions and soups- mix well.

I used a large broiled chicken from market and it made preparation quick!