On the Road

December 14,2011

Merry Christmas and announcing Connie's passing.

December 14, 2011

Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year!

Gloria and I want to thank you for all of your prayers, support and friendship throughout this past year. It definitely has been a journey of faith, a journey of holding on, and a journey of trusting Him.

Knowing He walked every step ahead of us gave us the strength, hope and joy to continue on.

We praise God for the hundreds that made decisions for Christ in 2011 and we rejoice in hearing of those who continue to grow in Christ. You, our faithful friends and partners, who sent us to share the simple Gospel message, have played an essential role in these lives that are changed for eternity...for that we truly thank you!

Gloria and I will have the joy of experiencing a Tennessee Christmas this year with all three of our children who live in Nashville. We will be home most of December and look forward to receiving your Christmas cards, letters and photos. Please keep us in your prayers - It truly means so much to us!

Have a blessed Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Larry and Gloria

REFLECTIONS

In Loving Memory of Connie Lundstrom

It is with heavy hearts we start this Christmas season...our dear sister in law, Connie Lundstrom, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on December 13, 2011, after battling Stage IV cancer. I cannot begin to share the flood of emotions and tears Larry and I experienced as we received the phone call from her husband, Lowell Lundstrom, and her daughter, Londa Lundstrom Ramsey, telling us that Connie had passed away.

I called Connie about four days before she went to be with Jesus. We prayed together and we cried together. Our last words were, "I love you" to which she responded, "I love you too, Gloria." What a precious last memory we share. Connie is now free from pain and I know she is giggling as she shares this New Year with her first love, her heavenly Father, as well as with her family and friends who have gone on before her. We will deeply miss her.

Connie Lundstrom lived her "dash in life", June 7, 1938-December 13, 2011, to the fullest. My, how I would love to see the Crown of Faithfulness that now adorns her. We will miss her deeply.

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS ARE AS FOLLOWS:

Visitation from 4-8 PM Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at Celebration Church, 16655 Kenyon Ave, Lakeville, MN 55044 with prayer and remembrance at 7pm.

Homegoing Service, 11am Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at Celebration Church.

Additional service will take place Thursday, December 22, 2011 at the Sisseton Fine Arts Center in Sisseton, SD at 11am. Interment: Peever Cemetery, Peever, SD.

In lieu of flowers, memorials will be forwarded by the family to some of Connie's favorite causes.

For more information you can go to http://www.celebrationchurch.net.

Christmas is....Forgiving

It is amazing how one space can change the meaning of one word or an entire sentence. As I was hurriedly writing the title of this article, I neglected to leave the space for my original title, "For Giving." When I noticed my mistake, "Forgiving," I thought, "Yes, Lord, forgiving at Christmas is many times more important than giving."

How many holiday get-togethers are marred by hurt feelings, resentment, anger, bitterness or flashbacks of past family feuds? Larry and I receive dozens of letters from friends and partners that confess some of their family members haven't talked or even seen each other for years because of some misunderstanding, heavy grievances, or careless insults thrown by the tongue causing a "fractured family." To those on the outside of these situations, we think, "Why can't they just kiss and make up?"

As kids growing up, if we threw cutting statements, false accusations, or instigated a fight, Mom brought out the fly swatter to punish us, but she had another form of punishment that to us was worse than spankings, starvation, extra chores, or throwing us on a deserted island-she made us kiss each other on the cheek and say, "I'm sorry!" Oh how we despised that! Ugh, to actually have to give a kiss! Yuck! We would be so mad at each other, but the minute we were forced to plop that kiss on each other's cheek, we instantly started to giggle, and once again, we were friends.

I often wondered how and why the anger between us siblings turned into giggles and laughter after the detested kiss. Now, as an adult and mother, I think I have finally come to the correct conclusion. Even though Mom forced us to approach each other, forced us to say "I'm sorry," and forced us to kiss one another on the cheek, something actually happened when we did. We were ridding the acid of resentment and hatred. When we vented it all out, the joy came back in, and we were restored to right standing with each other.

The family, the foundation of America, is self-destructing through unforgiveness. Often a family feud is a lot more than we or our feuders readily recognize. Often a family feud is an eruption of a lifetime of buried feelings-of rivalries, resentments, and of all kinds of unhealed hurts, many stretching back to childhood. Some feuders do not make up because they believe what has happened is unforgivable or because each is waiting for the other to make the right move. It is never too late to make it right.

Families all over America will be getting together to celebrate Christmas. Why not lay down your pride, write a note to an estranged family member and let forgiveness flow. Focus on rebuilding these relationships; then you, too, will feel the release and feel the "giggle" come to your spirit as the anger, resentment and guilt leave.

Colossians 3:13 says, "Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you so also do ye" (KJV). Family is the most treasured gift God has given us next to salvation. Let's cherish and choose to protect it.

May you have a blessed, unforgettable family reunion this Christmas!

Gloria

November 30, 2011

Home sweet home...what a joy to be back in our own home again after a long year. The Sunday before Thanksgiving we ministered in Prescott Valley, Arizona with Pastor Dan and Nancy Crouch. We've known them for years and it was so nice to be back with them. It was our last service of the year. We had a small crowd, but a precious altar call. When I think of ending the year 2011 of our ministry tour that altar call is the one I want locked into my memory bank.

November 30, 2011

Home sweet home...what a joy to be back in our own home again after a long year.

The Sunday before Thanksgiving we ministered in Prescott Valley, Arizona with Pastor Dan and Nancy Crouch. We've known them for years and it was so nice to be back with them. It was our last service of the year. We had a small crowd, but a precious altar call. When I think of ending the year 2011 of our ministry tour that altar call is the one I want locked into my memory bank. I want to remember that teenager coming back to Christ, the joy and tears of the parents; the adults who rededicated their lives, and a gentleman who had come out to the Lundstrom rallies in Kansas way back in the 60s.

Jim attended the rallies, worked on our old flex bus, but he never gave himself to Christ until Sunday morning at Prescott Valley. It proved to me again that when God speaks to the heart and the seed is planted, that the longing and desire for Christ partnered with God's mercy keeps tugging at our hearts. The tears that he shed, the smile full of peace on his face, and the exuberant look of joy on his wife, Nancy's, face made the whole 2011 year worth the effort.

We were so happy to see one of Larry's former classmates, Lorna and Jack Chronerberry. It was great to have them in the morning service. They are such a sweet couple.

us with Jack & Lorna, whoc is originally from Peever, SD and Larry's high school classmate

After the Prescott Valley service, we packed up and headed off to Phoenix, Arizona. We spent the next two days packing (again) and resituating the motorhome, which will be left in Glendale, Arizona while we go back to South Dakota for December.

Larry and I flew out of Phoenix (yes...the day before Thanksgiving), but all went great and the flight was good. I stumbled through the people in open seating on the plane where I was thrilled to see a window seat open. I quickly nestled in my chair and relaxed and watched the earth below us. Again, I saw the greatness of the Lord and His creation. From the air I was mesmorized to see the desert of Arizona, the rugged mountain ranges in New Mexico, the majestic snowcapped mountains of Colorado, and to view the snow covered lands. An hour later, the scene turned into a checkerboard of ranches and fields as we neared Pierre, South Dakota. The Missouri river was still flowing out of its' banks. As the airplane sped along, believe it or not, I began to recognize several South Dakota towns nestled in the prairie lands. The flight reminded me of the song, "How Great is Our God....sing with me... How Great is Our God...." That just kept playing in my mind. By this time, there was no snow cover at all. We crossed over into North Dakota and landed in Fargo. Imagine, November 23^rd - no snow! I rejoiced, no blizzard conditions, blowing snow or icy roads. When you visit the Midwest or live in that area, at this time you never know what to expect. Any day without snow is a good day and a shorter winter - ha!

We were picked up by our good friends, the Burchill's, who took us to our car that was parked at their home. We stopped at a grocery store which looked like it had been vandalized as so many shelves were empty of food.

We arrived home at about midnight and I kept commenting to Larry that there was not a snowflake from Pierre, SD all what's left of our "snowbank" the way to Sisseton. We drove up the street, pulled into our driveway and to my surprise, (and to mock me) was a small two-foot snowbank. We just laughed! It was a welcome home greeting as if to say, "Fooled you...you actually thought you could come home to South Dakota and not see snow this time of year?"

Oh, I can't even say how peaceful it was to come home after this emotional, action-packed tour. I was ready to nest and rest.

We will be working in our home office until mid-December and then doctor appointments will bring us to Minneapolis, so please remember us in your prayers.

Larry and I thank God for a wonderful year of ministry and His ever-faithfulness to us. Have a great week!

Gloria

QUOTE

"If God had wanted to be a big secret, He would not have created babbling brooks and whispering pines."

~Robert Brault

CHUCKLE/REFLECTION

One winter morning a couple was listening to the radio over breakfast. They hear the announcer say, 'We are going to have 8 to 10 inches of snow today You must park your car on the even-numbered side of the street, so the snowplows can get through.'

Norman's wife goes out and moves her car.

A week later while they are eating breakfast again, the radio announcer says, 'We are expecting 10 to 12 inches of snow today. You must park your car on the odd-numbered side of the street, so the snowplows can get through.'

Norman's wife goes out and moves her car again.

The next week they are again having breakfast, when the radio announcer says, 'We are expecting 12 to 14 inches of snow today. You must park ..........................'

Then the power dies.

Norman's wife is very upset, and with a worried look on her face she says, 'Norm, I don't know what to do. Which side of the street do I need to park on so the snowplows can get through?'

With the love and understanding in his voice that some men who have been married for years exhibit, Norman says, 'Why don't you just leave it in the garage this time?'

PIC OF THE WEEK

A view of the mountains from the plane

RECIPE

Super Spuds

2 lb. pkg. hash browns

1 pint cultured sour cream

10 oz. shredded cheddar cheese

1/3 cup onion, chopped

2 cans cream of chicken soup

2 cups Pepperidge Farm dressing

Place in 9x13 inch buttered pan. Spread sour cream on the potatoes. Add cheese, onion and soup. Top with dressing. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.

HOUSEHOLD HINT

Water spots on stainless steel? An easy solution is to rub the area with a clean soft cloth dampened with white vinegar. Wipe dry to avoid spots.

November 23, 2011

I wanted to share an article from our November newsletter as the Thanksgiving holiday fast approaches: "This Thanksgiving season I'm extremely grateful to be on the road again. I may be moving slightly slower than I like, but I'm gaining new strength every day.

November 23, 2011

Happy Thanksgiving!

I wanted to share an article from our November newsletter as the Thanksgiving holiday fast approaches:

"This Thanksgiving season I'm extremely grateful to be on the road again. I may be moving slightly slower than I like, but I'm gaining new strength every day.

In this season I am thankful that we can still voice our thanks to God. Even though we are facing wars and rumors of wars, crime, drugs and the breakdown of families, we must continue to be thankful for what we still do have.

I thank God for yesterday. In Psalm 66 the psalmist recalled the mighty acts of God in the past.
"Come and see what God has done, how awesome His works in man's behalf! He turned the sea into dry land, they passed through the waters on foot - come, let us rejoice in Him."

Every Christian can thank God for the great events that have brought us hope for this life and for eternity - the coming of Christ, the Cross, the Resurrection, and from the pen of Paul in 2 Corinthians 5:19, "...God was reconciling the world to Himself and Christ, not counting men's sins against them..."

Thank you Lord for today. Psalm 66 verse 8-9, "Praise our God, o peoples, let the sound of His praise be heard; He has preserved our lives and kept our feet from slipping."

Even in the good ol' days, the great leaders of the Christian church despaired over the conditions in their times. But they believed that God was alive and would see them through...and He did. Through it all, God is still alive and He is using His people to do good things. I have found out that God brings out the best in us under the pressure of tough times. Let's thank God that we are alive today.

Thank you Lord for tomorrow, Psalm 66:4 "All the earth bows down to You; they sing praise to You, they sing praise to Your name."

The psalmist saw the day when God will reign and the world will respond to Him in worship. Though we may not be sure of all the details, we do know the end of the story. God's promises will be fulfilled and His purposes completed. God is working in history to bring about His ultimate victory. So in this Thanksgiving season, let us rejoice!"

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and holiday weekend with your friends and loved ones!

Gloria

QUOTE

"Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Jesus Christ.

~1 Thessalonians 5:18

RECIPE

Cherry Cobbler

2 (20 ounce) cans cherry pie filling

1 box yellow cake mix

1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted

1 cup walnuts

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Pour pie filling into ungreased 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread dry cake mix over filling. Top with melted butter and walnuts. Bake 35 to 45 minutes. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

November 16, 2011

November 16, 2011

Greetings from Boulder City, Nevada! What a majestic view of the mountains from where we have our motorhome parked at the edge of the church parking lot. We are only 7 miles from Hoover Dam. We have been parked here for nearly 2 weeks. Pastor Duane and Fran Jordan and their church have allowed us the privilege to park and rest for a week. Of course, there's always ongoing office work and mail, but we didn't have to travel, setup and tear down and fight all the logistics of hitting the road day after day.

Yes...just what the doctor ordered for both of us. Someone addressed me the other day, "You know Gloria, you're not very young anymore and you need to rest more as you are getting older." "Excuse me", I interrupted, "the correct phrase is 'you are growing more mature!'" He laughed...."Whichever makes you feel better!" I agreed; the word mature makes me sounds like I'm getting smarter and wiser instead of older and falling apart.

So many of you have asked how I am doing physically since I got out of the hospital in Bozeman, Montana. I'm really trying to rest more and take better care of myself. My mother, Julie Brooks (96 years old), tells me every night on the phone, "Missy, take care of yourself...you're the only one who can do it." My doctors in Bozeman, MT have been so wonderful in their follow-up phone calls to see how I am doing, or what I am not doing. I am on medications and trying hard to follow their instructions, as both Larry and I desire to stay on the road in ministry. Yes - we do have to slow down.

One day last week, our friends Jim and Karen Vlieger insisted in "getting us away" for an afternoon and evening. How sweet! Karen grew up just 60 miles from my home town and we attended a lot of youth activities together growing up. They swept us away so quickly, we forgot to take our camera. But the views of the beautiful red rocks outside of Las Vegas were gorgeous. They drove us back to Las Vegas and drove us by Wayne Newton's sprawling estate all enclosed by huge, towering walls. It was like a fortress. I thought to myself, "Would that be fun to be that rich and famous and be Jim & Karen Vlieger locked behind those walls that cover acres...hmmm..." Then they drove us by the Liberace mansion. If any of you are our age, you would remember him as the world known, flamboyant pianist who was as popular as the Beatles and was on television with his million dollar piano, lit candelabras and huge diamond rings on his fingers. With all this in my memory bank, I was shocked as we drove by his famous mansion. The mansion is weather-worn, and the awnings that look like keyboards were frayed and his famous black fence with his well known "L" initial on it looked forlorn. What at one time was a dazzling, lively mansion in the 60s and 70s - as it was always filled with music and people, servants, limos, etc.- now stands empty in a poor neighborhood. Again I was reminded, "It's not what you have on earth or what you possess here...because it will all pass away." At the last breath, all talent, creativity, knowledge is silent, and then...eternity. It's not the question of IF, it's WHERE it will be spent.

After seeing Liberace's estate, Jim and Karen drove us down the world famous sunset strip. There are millions of twinkling lights and miles of nightclubs and towering casinos. Las Vegas has earned it's recognition as the city that never sleeps and thousands pack the streets walking aimlessly looking for happiness.

We drove back to Boulder City, about 17 miles outside of Las Vegas, a small desert community, up to a stop light, turned right down a quiet dark street to a small church. Its beautiful, but comparatively small sign shown like a star in the sky, "Boulder City Assembly of God Church". You know what...that small friendly sign excited me more than all the Las Vegas lights as I knew that sign was a welcome to anyone who was lonely, hurting, looking for peace, and most of all, longing for a relationship with Christ. Larry and I were looking forward to sharing our ministry there.

Last Saturday I spoke at a Women's Luncheon entitled, "How to cope when everything is falling apart." That was the subject I felt entitled to as I had experienced it and wanted to share how to get through it. As I shared God's Word and words of encouragement, I saw many tears of hopelessness turn into smiles and the women prayed and committed their pain to Christ.

"Larry and Gloria, you were amazing! It was wonderful to have you with us here at Boulder City Assembly. Gloria's encouragement to the ladies at our brunch... which personally struck some deep chords in my heart ... was so very welcomed. Larry's simple and direct invitation for Christ in our lives was amazing. Thank you and may God continue to bless you with His protection and provison."

Harriet Markland

Church Secretary

"Our November Women's gathering was blessed by the awesome ministry of Gloria. She sang, before bringing forth compassionate, caring, encouraging, lovingwords and showed us how God is faithfulin the good times and rough times. God really ministered to each lady through Gloria. There were laughs and tears, but what a blessing we all experienced. God Bless you Gloria, as you continue to do God's will and please come back again. How great it was to see you and have some great fellowship."

Karen Vlieger

Then on Sunday morning we sang and Larry presented a simple gospel message of hope and The Way. What a joy to see a couple of prodigals come home! The tears of one mom and dad watching their 20-something son recommit his life were just precious. Several others responded to the altar call because they felt they needed a fresh touch and encouragement from God. That altar scene blew the sunset strip scene to pieces - as we saw God's peace and comfort envelope all those who prayed.

"We as a church were very blessed to have had the Lundstrom Ministries here last Sunday! We are grateful for their affirming and encouraging evangelistic ministry.

Gloria was the special speaker for our Ladies and Young Ladies Brunch on Saturday. Her love of Christ and her love for each was so apparent as she presented her message in such an uplifting and strengthening way through the Word and music. Gloria's wonderful instruction for altar workers and counselors on Sunday morning prior to their ministry was so right on and welcomed.

On Sunday, their energy and ability to connect with the congregation was refreshing and evident. Then Larry's simple, and uncompromising message of salvation was direct and powerful. The altar call was effective with several coming forward for salvation and then several who came to rededicate their lives to Jesus Christ.

For believers it was a blessing to bring back that memory of when we first invited Jesus into our lives; and, for those who are struggling with the circumstances of life it was re-affirming that He is with us "through" this season; and, for those who made that first-time decision it was truly a time of celebration.

Thank you, Larry and Gloria, for your faithfulness to the call of God on your lives to win the lost to Jesus."

Rev. M. Duane Jordan

Boulder City Assembly

Boulder City, NV

Some of the youth Larry had the privilege of speaking to

We are always thankful for God touching lives

Yes...it was a wonderful weekend of ministry and it never grows old to see lives changed.

This Thursday we head off for Prescott Valley, Arizona for next Sunday's service. If you are in that area, please come and join us. Have a wonderful week!

Gloria

QUOTE

"I love to think of nature as an unlimited broadcasting station, through which God speaks to us every hour, if we will only tune in."

~George Washington Carver

CHUCKLE/REFLECTION

Q. What kind of man was Boaz before he married Ruth?
A. Ruthless.

Q. What do they call pastors in Germany ?
A. German Shepherds.

Q. Who was the greatest financier in the Bible?
A. Noah He was floating his stock while everyone else was in liquidation.

Q. Who was the greatest female financier in theBible?
A. Pharaoh's daughter. She went down to the bank of the Nile and drew out a little prophet

Q. What kind of motor vehicles are in the Bible?
A. Jehovah drove Adam and Eve out of the Garden ina Fury. David 's Triumph
was heard throughout the land. Also, probably a Honda, because the apostles were all in one Accord.

Q. Why didn't they play cards on the Ark ?
A. Because Noah was standing on the deck.

Did you know it's a sin for a woman to make coffee?
Yup, it's in the Bible. It says . . 'He-brews'

PIC OF THE WEEK

A beautiful horn of plenty that was arranged at the Women's Luncheon...great job ladies!

RECIPE

Swedish Cranberry Apple Dessert

Cranberries (fresh or frozen)

Tart apples

1 cup plus 3 tsp. sugar, divided

1 tsp. cinnamon

1 cup flour

1 egg

2/3 cup butter or margarine, softened

½ cup walnuts, coarsely chopped

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line bottom of empty pie pan with one layer of cranberries. Peel and slice apples on top of cranberries until dish is two-thirds full. Sprinkle apples with mixture of 3 teaspoons sugar and cinnamon. In bowl, combine flour, 1 cup sugar, egg, butter, and walnuts. Spread stiff batter over apples. Bake 45 minutes.

HOUSEHOLD HINT

Use a whole bar of Lava soap on flat top-style stove burners. It removes burned food stains. Use the soap bar as a scraper.

October 25, 2011

We held our third service of this tour in Laurel, MT on Oct. 16 which was our 46th wedding anniversary. What a thrilling way to celebrate...with the altar lined with many making commitments for Christ. Larry and I never tire of that precious sight. It was good to be back for the second time with Pastor John and Catherine Farnes at Family Christian Center. They have such a love for the lost and hurting.

October 25, 2011

Greetings from Dillon, MT. It's a crisp 33 degrees, there is sparkling sunshine and a brilliant colorful display of fall leaves. With the mountains as a backdrop it is breathtaking!

We held our third service of this tour in Laurel, MT on Oct. 16 which was our 46^th wedding anniversary. What a thrilling way to celebrate...with the altar lined with many making commitments for Christ. Larry and I never tire of that precious sight. It was good to be back for the second time with Pastor John and Catherine Farnes at Family Christian Center. They have such a love for the lost and hurting.

Larry and Gloria blessed our church with heartfelt ministry! The Gospel was shared in a challenging, unapologetic way... yet the grace in Christ remained the "showcase item" of their presentation. There was also humor, prayer, worship, and encouragement to follow Christ with all of your heart. It was a blessing to have them here and to see them both back into their ministry (after Larry's surgery) sharing their faith with openness, love, and music. We were blessed!

In His Service,
Pastor John Farnes

Family Christian Center, Laurel, MT

Larry and Gloria's ministry blessed, enriched and challenged our lives as we enjoyed their music and sharing of their lives. Interspersed with familiar songs and also several new ones were testimonies of God's goodness and love. Larry's message offered the gift of salvation which several responded to.We have known the Lundstroms for many years and have rejoiced to see God's continued blessing on their ministry.

Len and Anita Ventling

It was wonderful to see so many friends that we've met through the years and get reacquainted. After the Sunday service we journeyed back to Bozeman, MT and nestled back in our motorhome, rejoicing over the wonderful weekend of ministry.

ANOTHER HICCUP...I WANT TO SET THE STORY STRAIGHT.

I'm amazed that I can send a letter through the postal service and it may take 3 -5 days or it may take a detour en route and get lost-but I am even more amazed how quickly news travels via phone, email and Facebook. To clear up the questions and stories-here is my story.

Monday morning, Oct. 17^th, while pouring a cup of coffee I felt a weird sensation of numbness in my right hand that traveled up my right arm. At first I thought I may have slept on my arm wrong as I couldn't lift the cup. I ignored it for a few minutes, then it happened again only this time more intense and it traveled up the right side to my face. With the numbness and the difficulty in trying to talk, I knew it had to be more serious. In fact I had a notion that this was more serious than I had hoped. I alerted Larry and he rushed me 30 miles away to the emergency room at Deaconess Hospital in Bozeman, MT. They rushed me through the system and began to help as I was quickly diagnosed with high blood pressure and a TIA or impending stroke, trying to manifest "The Big One". They immediately began running tests. I was admitted into the hospital and administered the anti-clotting drug intravenously. This started a 5 day stay in the hospital.

God granted me the finest doctors, neurologists, cardiologists, nurses and staff. Fearful of an impending stroke they literally ran tests during through the night---MRI, and the next day another MRI, brain scan, brain wave, heart tests-etc. And they all turned out good, but the symptoms kept resurfacing on my right side and face so they kept me flat on my back for four days while I was being administered drugs. On the second day the doctor looked at me and said, "You're a mystery. Your tests show you are okay. You look too good and you're too happy, but something is definitely happening in your body that we can't find and it's scary. We've run all these tests and we don't know what to do next."

Up until Saturday noon they kept me on some ultra strong meds to keep the episodes from coming back. They released me from the hospital with these instructions, "If you feel it invading your right side again or anything, rush to the nearest emergency room." They have faxed and sent ahead all my records to the Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ to be followed up on by specialists. That's the good news! The bad news is I can't get in until late February. When Mayo told me that on the phone I chuckled, "By that time I could be dead 4 months and 2 weeks, funeral cake eaten, flowers dead and the will distributed." They just kind of quickly laughed and said, "I'm sorry, but we are booked up." Although the good news is if I have to, I can go to the emergency room and they would have to take me.

After being on my back for 4 days, they let me get up on Friday and walk...how sweet it was. I was concerned about the weakness on my right side as they were and I wanted to gain strength as quickly as I could. I am definitely not a bed bound person! With permission to walk I put on my peach housecoat, over the "designer" hospital gown and scrubs, my slippers and headed down the long hospital corridor. I was ecstatic to be up, to be alive, to have the symptoms becoming

better, and I wanted to get my strength back on my right side. Anyway, as I walked down the hall I passed a nurses station and my nurse and staff commented, "You are doing great! You are moving like you're in a marathon." I kept my pace and continued down one corridor, than another when out of an administrative office walked a stately dressed business executive. She saw me booking it down the hall and with concern asked, "Honey, where are you going?" I kept my stride, smiled and said, "I'm looking for Starbucks!" She raced towards me, tapped me on the shoulder, "Honey, let's get you back to your area." (No.1 ...I found out there is only one Starbucks coffee in the entire town of Bozeman, and it is in the Barnes & Noble bookstore. Since it was the first day of hunting season for elk, deer and bear, she probably thought I really had a problem and that maybe I was referring to a Star-buck animal!) Anyway, she gently grabbed me by the arm and said, "Honey, we're going to go back to where your room is." She gently took me by the arm and corralled me back to my corridor where she addressed my nurse and said, "She's out for a walk". And they laughed, "Yes, she's on a marathon walk!" Then the executive blushed and said, "You better put a walk-about button on her housecoat so they know that she's okay and has permission to be out." They all just laughed because what I didn't know at the moment was that in one wing of the hospital was an Alzheimer's unit and she probably thought I had escaped. Anyway, it was a funny moment!

Thank the Lord, they released me Saturday afternoon and now Larry is watching over me and trying to keep me in line! This statement I heard years ago keeps coming back to me, "When we marry we marry out of passion-but what keeps us together is compassion!" I'm thankful for Larry's compassion at this time.

Larry snapped this photo yesterday to prove to our precious friends, family and partners, that yes...I can still smile and I'm on the mend. I appreciate your prayers.

Gloria

QUOTE

Romans 15:4
For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.

CHUCKLE/REFLECTION

A child came home from Sunday School and told his mother that he had learned a new song about a cross-eyed bear named Gladly. It took his mother a while before she realized that the hymn was really "Gladly The Cross I'd Bear,"

PIC OF THE WEEK

Hunting opened last weekend. Larry snapped this picture, can't tell if it's head is off or...his head is coming up through the pickup box, HA!

RECIPE

Easy Elk Chili (Substitute ground venison, buffalo, or lean beef for the elk in this hearty chili recipe.)

Ingredients:

1 pound ground elk

2 cups chopped yellow onion

1 cup grape juice less one tablespoon and substitute the one tablespoon with one tablespoon vinegar

1 ½ cups water

1 tablespoon chipotle chile powder

2 teaspoons ground cumin

2 teaspoons dried oregano

½ teaspoon salt

2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained

2 (14 ounce) cans less-sodium beef broth

1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained

¼ cup reduced-fat sour cream

¼ cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese

2 tablespoons chopped green onions

Prepare elk and 2 cups onion in a Dutch oven; cook over medium-high heat until lightly browned, stirring to crumble. Add grape juice/vinegar; bring to a boil. Cook 3 minutes. Stir in 1 ½ cups water, chili powder, and next 6 ingredients (through beans); bring to a boil. Partially cover, reduce heat and simmer 2 hours (add more water if mixture becomes too thick). Ladle about 1 cup chili into each of 6 bowls; spoon 2 teaspoons sour cream over each. Sprinkle each with 2 teaspoons cheese and 1 teaspoon green onions.

Elisa Bosley, Cooking Light

October 2006

HOUSEHOLD HINT

Hard brown sugar???? Place in a paper bag and microwave for a few seconds, or place hard chunks in a food processor.

Oct 12, 2011

Greetings from Belgrade, Montana! What a breathtaking view from the motorhome as we sit nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains frosted with snow.

But...this beauty does not compare to the scene at the altar last Sunday morning and evening at Dry Creek Bible Church outside of Bozeman, Montana.

ON THE ROAD definitely describes our lives! Since 1965, Larry and I have been on the road for over 300 days a year, living in a motorcoach with our three children. We can say like that old song goes....the highway is our home!

*you can place the mouse over the pictures to see the captions

October 12, 2011

Greetings from Belgrade, Montana! What a breathtaking view from the motorhome as we sit nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains frosted with snow.

our backyard

But...this beauty does not compare to the scene at the altar last Sunday morning and evening at Dry Creek Bible Church outside of Bozeman, Montana.

Larry and I, and our children, ministered here 35 years ago. This little country church congregation was running in the 20s, and on that morning, 35 years ago, when Larry gave the invitation for those who wanted to ask Jesus to be Lord of their lives - 18 responded! Now, fast forward, last Sunday...October 9, 2011...we were invited back to Dry Creek Bible to minister again. When the invitation was given, there were 33 decisions for Christ. When I asked one of the altar workers how the counseling was going he grinned, "We are overwhelmed with joy!" One by one, several walked up to us and commented, "This reminds me of 35 years ago. Back then after that altar call the church exploded with excitement and enthusiasm. We grew so fast that we added onto our little church building 3 times. The congregation grew from 20 to about 250. Our church had never experienced anything like this before Larry and Gloria came, and since then...until today, October 9, 2011, when 33 people responded to the invitation." Excitedly, many proclaimed, "We expect to explode again!"

Need I comment....it was a thrill to be back in ministry. It was Larry's first service since the surgery on July 14^th. I guess I could describe it using a deep South expression, "It was as refreshing as sweet tea on a hot summer day." It was a special joy for me to see Larry back in the pulpit and see the smile on his face when he got up to minister. God truly anointed him and touched him. Yes...we know we are back where we belong, "Reaching the lost and encouraging the hurting."

It was also such a special joy to be able to meet Pastor Don Johns and his wife Kathleen at Dry Creek Bible Church. What a delightful sweet spirited couple who love people and love to encourage.

Yes, there's no better way to celebrate our 46^th wedding anniversary coming up next Sunday October 16^th, than to be able to be on the road, leading people to Christ (we'll be going at a slow pace as Larry continues to recover).

to have and to hold...

I still rejoice when thinking of the October 16, 1965 day when Larry and I got married. I am so thankful that He gave me a wonderful husband and friend. On my counter I have a little card that is entitled, "The Covenant Marriage Bill of Rights". I think it's something that every couple should keep handy and remember, let me share it with you:

The Covenant Marriage Bill of Rights

I HAVE THE RIGHT...

...to encourage you daily.

...to build you up, not tear you down.

...to affirm you every time you succeed.

...to encourage you every time you win or lose.

...to comfort you when you hurt.

...to protect you when you are attacked.

...to pray for you without ceasing.

...to defend you from every weapon formed against you.

...to esteem and honor you.

I HAVE THE RIGHT...

...to pick you up when you fall.

...to speak life to you.

...to love you unconditionally.

...to respect you in front of others.

...to find out your needs and meet them.

...to diagnose your hurts and heal them.

...to serve you at any time.

...to ask God to give you wisdom.

...to bless you.

Gloria

QUOTE

"Everything--a horse, a vine--is created for some duty...For what task, then, were you yourself created? A man's true delight is to do the things he was made for."

-Marcus Aurelius

CHUCKLE/REFLECTION

Anniversary One-liners

-A man inserted an 'ad' in the classifieds: "Wife wanted". Next day he received a hundred letters. They all said the same thing: "You can have mine."

-Young Son: Is it true, Dad, I heard that in some parts of Africa a man doesn't know his wife until he marries her? Dad: That happens in every country, son.

-It doesn't matter how often a married man changes his job, he still ends up with the same boss.

PIC OF THE WEEK

Adorable miracle baby: this little one was born several weeks early but is doing great.

What a pleasure it was to meet this little miracle!

RECIPE

Caramel Popcorn Balls

¼ cup butter

½ cup light corn syrup

1 cup brown sugar

2/3 cup sweetened condensed milk

1 tsp. vanilla

5 cups popped corn

In a saucepan, combine butter, corn syrup, and brown sugar. Bring to boil. Stir in condensed milk and return to boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Pour over popped corn and stir to coat. With buttered hands, form into balls. Place on waxed paper to set. Makes about 15 popcorn balls.

HOUSEHOLD HINT

Make your own furniture polish: 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar and ½ cup olive or vegetable oil. Apply with a soft cloth and polish away!

October 4, 2011

On October 2nd, friends of the family helped Larry load the equipment and personal belongings into the motorhome and off we went. Cruising down Interstate 94, Larry turned to me and grinned, "Honey, this feels so good to be back on the road." Of course he received loving rebuke from me, his trenchmate. "You know the doctor's orders and the new rules and regulations for taking care of yourself...so we can stay out on the road...right?" He smiled and assured me, "yes".

October 4, 2011

Have you ever heard the song..."on the road again"? Well, that is the song we are singing now!

On October 2^nd, friends of the family helped Larry load the equipment and personal belongings into the motorhome and off we went. Cruising down Interstate 94, Larry turned to me and grinned, "Honey, this feels so good to be back on the road." Of course he received loving rebuke from me, his trenchmate. "You know the doctor's orders and the new rules and regulations for taking care of yourself...so we can stay out on the road...right?" He smiled and assured me, "yes".

We decided to leave a bit sooner than originally planned as we need to escape the first snowstorm in the mountains as we pass through them on our way to Arizona. So, starting our trip, we slowly headed to Bismarck, North Dakota, for our first stop and then ventured on to the Bozeman, Montana area for our first service in three months. We are so very excited. Larry's speaking voice is good and strong but the surgery was hard on his vocal chords which has caused some strain for him to sing. He's still having a hard time with it. We continue to ask for prayers for a continued healing of his vocal chords so we can still sing together. It is very much a part of the ministry God has given us.

Again, Larry and I want to thank you from the depths of our hearts for your concern, friendship, support and prayers that have helped us launch into another leg of our journey. We ask for continued prayers as we get "broke back in" to road ministry as well as for traveling mercies, health and His guidance. Our plan is to arrive in Arizona the end of November...many miles between here and there.

Gloria

QUOTE

Always good to remember:

"A cheerful heart is good medicine."

- Proverbs 17:22

CHUCKLE/REFLECTION

A few "favorite" driving habits...

- Happily cruising down the middle lane of a motorway with either indicator flashing, but going nowhere.

- Indicating to move into a lane that you're already half way in.

- Sending sprays of wiper wash right over the top of your car and washing the one behind.

- Overtaking then pulling in front and slowing down.

- Sharing whatever is on your car stereo with anyone within a mile radius.

PIC OF THE WEEK

RECIPE

Apple Crumb Pie

5 cups peeled, thinly sliced apples (about 5 medium)

1 (9 inch) deep-dish pie shell, unbaked

½ cup sugar

¾ tsp. cinnamon

1/3 cup sugar

¾ cup flour

6 tablespoons butter

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Arrange apple slices in unbaked pie shell. Mix ½ cup sugar with cinnamon; sprinkle over apples. Mix 1/3 cup sugar with flour; cut in butter until crumbly. Spoon mixture over apples. Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until apples are soft and top is lightly browned.

HOUSEHOLD HINT

Place an apple in the bag with the potatoes to keep them from budding.

September 21, 2011

HELP...I can feel it...autumn is biting at my heels. The temps are dropping fast here in South Dakota. The wind displayed its 40-50 mph strength all night long. Thankfully, however, it was just wind and NO SNOW! Let me see, it seems this year we had a full blown winter, a hiccup of spring, and a short heat blast of summer. It makes one wonder what fall is going to be like. I am sure I will soon find out. This is the first time in almost 46 years of ministry, we have been around "home" this long due to Larry's recovery.

September 21, 2011

Let me see, it seems this year we had a full blown winter, a hiccup of spring, and a short heat blast of summer. It makes one wonder what fall is going to be like. I am sure I will soon find out.

This is the first time in almost 46 years of ministry, we have been around "home" this long due to Larry's recovery. He was at therapy yesterday and the therapist gave him a good report as to where he should be physically at this point in time. Believe me...he wants to get on the road! He is smitten with "EF" (evangelistic fever)! He still has many restrictions on him as it has been only nine weeks since surgery so the necessity to be careful remains.

Our plans are to leave on the road around October 1^st. Our first service will be in a little town close to Bozeman, MT, which is 800 miles from here. We will then go to the Billings area. Due to Larry's limitations, we will call ahead and request help to lift gear and set up. The churches are so kind to help accommodate us.

We will carefully and slowly be ministering in a few services en route to Arizona.

Wow...this Mom is going through another emotional roller coaster. It is a great one, but wild! Our daughter, LaDawn, who Larry, LaDawn and Myanna

lives in Minneapolis, has just been promoted and transferred to Nashville, TN, for Verizon Wireless. She and her daughter, Myanna, will leave October 1^st. Her son, Dante', will continue to remain in the Minneapolis area as he attends a community college in Inver Grove Heights. The thought of her being so far away is very emotional for me, but we are on the road a lot and now she will be close to her two siblings, Donovan and LaShawn and her husband, Liam. They will all be in the same city. She has prayed and waited for this opening for years and God has shown her favor. She is excited but at the same time overwhelmed by the two week turnaround to pack, move, locate housing, secure schooling for Myanna and on and on the list goes. Please remember them in your prayers during this time of transition.

As most of you know, I have nine brothers. They are all very, very special and we enjoy close relationships with each other. Four of them came to our home last week for a day and blessed us by giving our yard (which was taking on likeness to Sherwood Forest) "a shave and a haircut" as a rural South Dakotan would call it. The trees and bushes were totally out of control. They brought all of their gear along with a pickup and flatbed and proceeded to clean it all up. Thanks, Glen, Bill, Dale and Rick for working so hard!

I brought my mother to the house so she could sit on the deck and watch her sons do their thing as well as spend precious time eating around the table. I rewarded them all with a big turkey dinner with all the trimmings. I so seldom get to see my brothers so it was truly special and fun to have them here for the day. Larry has felt so trapped not being able to accomplish this task this summer. You should have seen his smile and look of joy once it had been completed.

Our daughter, LaDawn, made a fast dash home to see us and her Grandma Julie because Nashville is about 1800 miles

from us (oooh...that hurts). Anyway, I had Grandma Julie, who is almost 96, at our home for the afternoon. After dinner, we sat around the table. Larry had retreated to his office which just left us "girls" there. The joy of those precious moments engulfed me when I realized the four of us represented four generations....Mom (almost 96), myself (67), LaDawn (40) and Myanna (13). Mom was sharing about loving God, answers to prayer, and God's faithfulness. She challenged us, encouraged us and in turn, we laughed, listened and shed tears. It was one of those "lifetime" moments that we will cherish forever. It was so comforting to have the covering of my mother with us. The time around the table was a Deuteronomy 6 playback... "Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up" Deuteronomy 6:5-7.

She has truly lived those verses. How wonderful it has been to have a great woman of faith pouring forth into our lives. It has been (and continues to be) such a joy and privilege to have her with us all these years....such wisdom and insight flows from her.

Let me encourage you, if you have Godly grandparents or parents...allow them to pour forth into your lives. Seek them out and receive the "gold" they have to offer. They have walked a lot of miles, crossed a lot of valleys as well as scaled mountaintops. Remember, when they know Jesus Christ as their personal Savior, they are not old---they are gold. It is all free to us...what a gift!

May you be blessed and we will talk to you again in a couple weeks...from the road...Lord willing!

Gloria

QUOTE

"While we try to teach our children all about life,
Our children teach us what life is all about."

~Angela Schwindt

CHUCKLE/REFLECTION

A grandma told her 4 year old granddaughter that she was growing up too fast and needed to slow down. "But it isn't my fault, Gramma," she replied. "It's my mom's fault. She keeps giving me all those birthday parties."

A 3 year old came into the kitchen and asked Grandma, "Old lady, would you help me wipe my hands?" Grandma was taken aback and the child's mother asked her why she called Grandma that. The child answered, "Well, she calls me 'young lady."

Grandma asked her granddaughter if she knew what her whole name was. Proudly she stated, "Mary Louise Johnson Come Here."

PIC OF THE WEEK

RECIPE

Pecan Pie

1 unbaked pie shell

1 cup pecans

3 eggs

½ cup sugar

1 cup corn syrup

1/8 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla

¼ cup butter, melted

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread pecans evenly in pie shell. Set aside. In a bowl, beat eggs; add sugar, corn syrup, salt, vanilla, and butter. Pour over top of pecans. Bake 50 to 60 minutes.

HOUSEHOLD HINT

Crumple newspapers and like the veggie compartments of your fridge for fresher and crisper veggies.

September 8, 2011

Greetings from Sisseton. We just wanted to post a quick note and update. We are home again. We have consistently traveled for the past two months-not in evangelism, I wish it were, but it has been non-stop doctor appointments, therapy, etc. I am happy to be home for a week or so again.

September 8, 2011

Larry is gaining strength daily and working hard at his therapy, but it bothers him that his energy is below par. I keep reminding him to be patient and to remember, he had two major surgeries at one time and that was only seven weeks ago...although it seems like months. I encourage him to be patient as it will take time. He wants to do a lot of stuff and he can't so this is hard for this tall Swede.

Yesterday I found him sitting in the chair paging through his ministry and booking calendar. He looked up at me and said, "I'm anxious to get going, but I don't know if I have the strength." I readily agreed, "I don't think so, not quite yet." His voice is getting a little stronger and we are praying that he will be able to sing once we are back on the road. Thank God he still has his sense of humor and his joking. If he didn't have that I'd be worried.

Just as these hay bales reflect the signs of a harvest completed, we are so excited to once again gather a harvest of souls!

We are ever thankful for the love you have shown!

We thank you for holding us up in your prayers. It means more to us than you'll ever know. Our times of encouragement have been when we have been able to sit down and read your cards, letters, and emails. You brighten our days.

God bless you. We'll keep in touch.

Gloria

QUOTE

_{"I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest."

- John 4:35 (NIV)

PIC OF THE WEEK

"Walk out into the fields and look at the wildflowers. They never primp or shop, but have you ever seen color and design quite like it? ...If God gives such attention to the appearance of wildflowers-most of which are never even seen-don't you think he'll attend to you, take pride in you, do his best for you?" Matthew 28

RECIPE

Refrigerator Pickles

7 cups sliced cucumbers, unpeeled

1 cup diced onions

1 cup diced green peppers

Put in a large bowl and set aside.

2 Tbsp salt

2 tsp celery seed

2 cups sugar

1 cup white vinegar

Bring to a boil. Pour hot mixture over the cucumbers, onions and peppers. Mix well. The mixture will produce more juice as it sits. Put in refrigerator. Let stand 24 hours before eating.

HOUSEHOLD HINT

Save lemon and orange rinds. Store in freezer and grate as needed for pies, cakes, bread and cookies. Or the rinds may be candied for holiday uses.}

August 24,2011

What a beautiful fall-like day in Rochester, Minnesota! We're here for a series of checkups for Larry.

On Monday we drove to Abbott Northwest in Minneapolis for Larry's follow-up checkup with the surgeon. I was so happy that his incision had just closed up 3 days before his appointment. That is a great milestone so we don't have to tip-toe around worrying about infection. His energy level is low and his fatigue level is high. That makes two of us...and I didn't even have surgery - ha! Larry's in good spirits as usual, he just gets frustrated with low energy. The surgeon is pleased at Larry's recovery...but they keep reminding him of one word, "patience". It's still a full time job making sure and reminding him he can only lift 10 pounds this month.

August 24, 2011

What a beautiful fall-like day in Rochester, Minnesota! We're here for a series of checkups for Larry.

On Monday we drove to Abbott Northwest in Minneapolis for Larry's follow-up checkup with the surgeon. I was so happy that his incision had just closed up 3 days before his appointment. That is a great milestone so we don't have to tip-toe around worrying about infection. His energy level is low and his fatigue level is high. That makes two of us...and I didn't even have surgery - ha! Larry's in good spirits as usual, he just gets frustrated with low energy. The surgeon is pleased at Larry's recovery...but they keep reminding him of one word, "patience". It's still a full time job making sure and reminding him he can only lift 10 pounds this month. It was five pounds. The other day he moaned, "I can lift this...it's not that heavy." And I nag, "No, it's more than 10 pounds." Then I chuckle and chide, "Listen...don't worry...I have a long list of pushing and lifting and lots of work for you to do when you are well...so enjoy the vacation." He just chuckles and gives me that look of "Oh no, she always has a come-back answer". You know what... he's right! This Norwegian wife always has an answer...it may not be the one he wants - but yes, I always do have an answer.

His therapy is going well and they are increasing the exercises to rebuild muscle loss and movement of his head, neck and motor skills. He was so happy 5 days ago that he was able to get behind the wheel of the car and drive after being grounded 5 ½ weeks. I kept reminding him, "You keep doing your neck therapy so you can turn your head, and then you can drive." He did it. When I would drive, he would immediately buckle his seatbelt and look like he would love to have a tranquilizer for the trip. Now, when I get in with him, I buckle up and wish the same thing - ha!

We do have one more medical concern, concerning the double surgery on his neck. It has affected his vocal chords somewhat. He can speak and talk in a normal tone now, but when it comes to singing, he is limited. Of course, this frustrates him. We questioned the surgeon about it and they expressed that they were extremely happy with his talking voice and informed us that with this double invasive neck and spine surgery often times the patients don't get their voice back or will only have a whisper or a gravelly voice - so we rejoiced again for God's goodness that his talking voice is strong. He can preach! And that's what was important to him. They think it may take 3-6 months or more for the vocal chords to heal. We are going to believe and ask you to join with us in prayer that God will restore his singing voice and range. We are so grateful for all the prayers, phone calls and cards that friends and partners have sent. We so appreciated our extended family.

On the lighter side:

The night before we journeyed to Minneapolis, I was busy doing laundry, packing, loading the car, finishing office work, mail, etc. I didn't have an ounce of energy left in me when the doorbell rang - I couldn't imagine who it could be. I opened the door to this gentleman standing there and before he could talk I said, "You're back here again?" He responded, "Do you remember me?" I said, "Yes, you are the guy that keeps trying to sell me a headstone for the cemetery...and as you can see...I'm still alive!" I chuckled, "I know I don't look like it and I look terrible, but I'm not ready to buy a headstone." He whined, "But don't you need to plan ahead?" I assured him, "I have the plot and that's all I need for now." He whimpered, "You're sure? We have a family business and I need to sell..." I interrupted, "And I'm tired and need some sleep - so have a great evening. I'm sure you'll be back." And off he went. With that in mind, Larry and I always start the day every day with telling each other, "It's so wonderful to wake up - and to wake up together!" What a gift from God. So many things we all take for granted, but I never take God's love and His faithfulness for granted. He is always there. May you have a blessed week!

Gloria

QUOTE

_{"When circumstances seem impossible, when all signs of grace in you seem at their lowest ebb, when temptation is fiercest, when love and joy and hope seem well-nigh extinguished in your heart, then rest, without feeling and without emotion, in the Father's faithfulness."

- D. Tryon

CHUCKLE/REFLECTION

Garden of Eden

Adam was walking around the Garden of Eden feeling very lonely, so
God asked Adam, "What is wrong with you?"

Adam said, "I don't have anyone to talk to."

God said, "I will give you a companion and it will be a woman." He
said, "This person will cook for you and wash your clothes, she will
always agree with every decision you make, she will bear your children
and never ask you to get up in the middle of the night to take care of
them.

"She will not nag," God continued, "and will always be the first to admit
she was wrong. When you've had a disagreement, she will never have a
headache and will freely give you love whenever needed."

Adam asked God, "What will a woman like this cost?"

God said, "An arm and a leg!"

Adam said, "What can I get for just a rib?"

AND THE REST IS HISTORY.

RECIPE

BBQ Chicken Roll-ups

6 cups coleslaw blend (cabbage slaw mix)
1/2 cup KRAFT Light Ranch Dressing
1 small each green pepper and red pepper, cut into strips
1 onion, thinly sliced
1-1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1/2 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
6 flour tortillas (12 inch), warmed

Toss coleslaw blend with dressing; set aside. Cook and stir vegetables in large nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium-high heat 3 min. Add chicken; cook and stir 3 min. or until no longer pink. Stir in barbecue sauce; simmer 3 min. or until chicken is done, stirring occasionally. Spoon chicken mixture down centers of tortillas. Top with coleslaw mixture; roll up. Cut diagonally in half to serve.

HOUSEHOLD HINT

To keep butter from sliding around on the butter dish, heat the dish with hot tap water, dry off and then put the butter stick on the dish and then into the refrigerator. It will melt just a little of the butter which will freeze when put in the fridge. This way it doesn't slide around the next time you are trying to get some butter.}

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