Spaghetti, Pizza and It's all about Leftovers

This post is dedicated to Susan. She is an amazing daughter and one of the least predictable people I know. I hope you like her recipe for pizza from spaghetti and the story of leftovers.

Spaghetti Pizza

Use cold leftover spaghetti (with or without sauce)
Pepperoni
Shredded Mozzarella cheese
Pizza sauce or left over spaghetti sauce if desired

Lightly oil or use non-stick spray on baking dish. Spread the cold spaghetti first. If there is already sauce on it, you don't have to add more but you can if you wish. Top with the cheese then the pepperoni. Bake at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes until the crust is hot and the cheese is melted. Serve hot or if you are at teenager, have it cold for breakfast.

We all have leftovers in our life that shape who we are. For instance, there were six kids in our home and we walked everywhere we went so we all had to go to the bathroom before we left the house. It became an automatic thing and I still do that today. It is one of my leftover habits from my childhood. My mom also taught me if you are really wanting to hear God's answer, go to His word. The answer is always there. I was extremely frustrated at one time in my life. I was a single mom, working three part time jobs and barely keeping food on the table. I prayed and opened my Bible and my eyes fell on His message to me "Be still and know that I am God". I felt scolded and encouraged at the same time.

Later, I told my pastor I was no longer worried how I would provide for my children. God had told me to shut up He is in charge. When we give our life to Him, He moves to make things work for what is best for us. Within a month I got a promotion with benefits and only had to work one job. Shortly after that, I met the man that I eventually married and have been with for over 25 years.

Some of you who know me will find this hard to believe but sometimes I talk too much. God had to tell me to be quiet so I could hear His voice and let Him do his work in me and for me. He wants you to know you are loved and with Him all things are possible. What habits are leftovers in your life that give you courage and strength? Use them like Susan does the spaghetti that others would throw out. Use them and thank God that He is in charge and will never leave you.

Psalms 46:10 Be still and know that I am God.

Love,
Nana