Table of Contents
The Story Behind the Book 9
This Is Us 13
Introduction 15
1 Old Dan: We All Have Empty Places 19
Karin's Game Plan: Booner Burgers 29
Roasted Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes 30
2 Time: Never Give Up 31
Karin's Game Plan: Wild Game Chili 41
3 Hope: Overcoming Life's Greatest Obstacles 43
Karin's Game Plan: Alyssa's Elkchiladas 55
4 Lost: Understanding Your Purpose 57
Karin's Game Plan: Elk Loin Stir-Fry 68
5 Fear: Turn Your Fears into Focus 69
Karin's Game Plan: Antelope Tenderloin Appetizer 83
6 Decisions: Living with Your Choices 85
Karin's Game Plan: Permission Brownies 96
7 The Big Eight: Waiting 99
Karin's Game Plan: Garlic Pepper Venison Jalapeno Burgers 111
8 You: Getting the Most out of Life 113
Karin's Game Plan: Italian Elk Sausage Pizza 124
9 Dirt: Dream Big 127
Karin's Game Plan: Grilled Turkey Breast 140
10 Karin's Quest: Failing Forward 143
Karin's Game Plan: Smoked Backstrap 154
11 No Limits: Enjoying Where God Has Placed You 155
Karin's Game Plan: Wild Turkey Garlic Meatballs with Zucchini Noodles 167
12 Pop: A Tribute to David's Dad 169
Karin's Game Plan: Garlic Basil Roasted Pheasant 178
Conclusion 181