Need some inspiration for the upcoming Easter holiday? Or are you like me? Next week I’m on the list to bring snacks to Bible study. This versatile carrot cake recipe is simply delicious! Yes, it is a scratch cake but very easy to make. Carrot cake is a family favorite. So much so that I … Read More about Meg’s Carrot Cupcakes and Layered Cakes Too!
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Treats, Not Tricks: A Granddaughter’s Sweet Birthday Dinner Tablescape
It could be a dilemma! Having a Halloween birthday. Our youngest granddaughter’s birthday is on Halloween. Last year we hosted her birthday. Her mom was on a mission’s trip so Jim and I volunteered. yHalloween tablescape was formal and sweet using the coors of white and pink. Often on special occasion and family dinners I … Read More about Treats, Not Tricks: A Granddaughter’s Sweet Birthday Dinner Tablescape
Mom’s Simple Spaghetti
Mom, known as Sister in her community was a good cook. Her spaghetti was the best. We loved it. Let’s be clear, my mom was a small town girl from the Arkansas Mississippi Delta. She and her family ate traditionally county food. Her family farmed. country girl’ food horizons expanded Mom was a country girl … Read More about Mom’s Simple Spaghetti
Three Rooms to Inspiration Easy Fall Decorations
Do you like easy but looking really good decorations for the season? I sure do! I’ll take you through our middle room, kitchen and powder room that is decorated simply for fall! My youngest granddaughter was my helper. decorate for welcome and Pretty Who is my helper? Miss O who always wants to decorate! She … Read More about Three Rooms to Inspiration Easy Fall Decorations
Add Charm to Your Home Before Fall
Welcome September! Late summer may present a challenge for your seasonal decorating. Even though it is now September, it is still a few weeks before the cool crisp temperatures are consistent and the leaves being to change. Are you are like me? I don’t want to put ‘fall’ out until the leaves begin to change … Read More about Add Charm to Your Home Before Fall
Summer Murder Mystery Train Adventure
Jim and I are constantly on the hunt for fun adventures and experiences to have with our grandkids. Sometimes our younger daughters are part of the adventures too. Why experiences? Simple. They are fun for all of us! So many adventures, so many choices! all aboard for Local Adventures All aboard for the Murder Mystery … Read More about Summer Murder Mystery Train Adventure
What’s Been Happening With Me?
Or should I say ‘Welcome Back Linda?’ Yes, it had been several months since I have posted. Why? Like many of us life just happens and can be both exhilarating and exhausting. winter days pass slowly into spring This winter, the days passed slowly into spring. The unusually bitter cold temps gave me a reason … Read More about What’s Been Happening With Me?
Celebrating Easter Together
Easter Sunday gathering Easter is a glorious occasion. For my family, we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. Most years we typically are able to spend some time together during this celebratory time. This year we were able to go to church. Last Easter, it was a cold dreary day with clouds and rain. No church. … Read More about Celebrating Easter Together
Emerald Elegance: A Stunning Gold & Green St. Patrick’s Day Tablescape
Gold and green make an emerald elegant tablescape for Saint Patrick Day. Gold is for the leprechauns and green for Ireland, the Emerald Isle. It is also the adopted home of Saint Patrick. Aren’t the colors perfect and so pretty for the spring season. March 17 is Saint Patrick’s Day making it a special day … Read More about Emerald Elegance: A Stunning Gold & Green St. Patrick’s Day Tablescape
Tips for Spring Faux Floral Arrangement plus Cute Bunnies
I love this vignette for the spring season! Bunnies and pink florals. For Easter. Are the flowers faux? Absolutely! traditional urn for a tradti0nal look The tradtional urn was a thrift prize that was passed to me by Rosemary of My Home and Travels. It suits my home style which is a mix of farmhouse … Read More about Tips for Spring Faux Floral Arrangement plus Cute Bunnies