This year for Easter Sunday I couldn't be with my family in Michigan so a friend and I hiked Black Point in Narragansett, RI with a picnic and our puppy, Leah. I couldn't have a more relaxing afternoon filled with meaningful conversation, great food, pie and a warm ocean breeze. The ocean and the natural beauty of Rhode Island has always made me feel closer to God. The creation he has placed here has brought me so much peace in dark times. Though I did not spend Easter traditionally this year, the calm of the ocean reminded me of the grace and forgiveness Jesus has for us..something I have asked for a lot. I feel so blessed to have such a strong support system in God, through friends and family in Michigan and in Rhode Island. On the menu:

Caprese Salad Arugula and tri-colored pasta tossed with sun dried tomatoes, capers, feta cheese, olive oil and reduced balsamic vinegar My favorite Strawberry pie (my mother's recipe) Righteous Ale by Sixpoint Brewery Founders KBS