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?
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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
Farmhouse Baked Potato Soup for Winter Days
It’s raining today. No snow this winter so far but soul and body hearty soups still chase the damp cold away. This soup is a favorite, right up there with French onion soup. I have meeting tonight starting at 5 PM. These usually last until 8 or longer. Making soup during the day to keepin … Read More about Farmhouse Baked Potato Soup for Winter Days
Sweetheart Cherry Cobbler for Valentine’s Day
Sweetheart Cherry Cobbler is an easy dessert to make on Valentine’s Day for your sweetheart. A day of love for all ages Pretty decorated hearts full of chocolates, maybe roses too are gifts a fella might give his sweetheart. A nice dinner out might be involved. Children look forward to giving and receiving those cute … Read More about Sweetheart Cherry Cobbler for Valentine’s Day
Early Valentine Treat of Espresso and Macarons
Early Valentine treats of espresso and macarons for afternoon breaks are a wonderful break from the usual. Valentine’s is coming soon. Do you have something special planned? Aren’t these macarons pretty? Dainty and romantic too. Homemade macaroons in our kitchen Both my girls like to bake. Amy made these sugary delights 2 nights before she … Read More about Early Valentine Treat of Espresso and Macarons
How to Build a Whimsical Winter Wonderland: Easy Tablescape with Snowmen Mugs & Bottle Trees
Building a whimsical winter wonderland inside is easy and fun! Just envision it on your table. There is whimsy about a snowman! After the Christmas holidays, I kept the snowmen mugs out along with the handcrafted snowman on a pole. The bottle trees also stayed out. When the snow season passes, they’ll all be packed … Read More about How to Build a Whimsical Winter Wonderland: Easy Tablescape with Snowmen Mugs & Bottle Trees
Baked Brie with Red Pepper Jelly
Baked brie with red pepper jelly is sooo good! This is a delicious combination that takes your appetizers to the next level. I use Stonewell Kitchen red pepper jelly. Serve with speciality crackers or thin toasted French bread slices. fall, football, thanksgiving and christmas too Starting with fall, there are many opportunities to gather with … Read More about Baked Brie with Red Pepper Jelly
Easy to Make for a Holiday Treat…S’Mores Cookies
Baking at Christmas time is happening in our kitchen. What bakers make can be intricate and splendid. In my opinion, very baker needs a few easy to make recipes in their holiday collections. This is one of Meg’s recipes. She often comes over to bake, making our kitchen smell wonderful! By the way, there is … Read More about Easy to Make for a Holiday Treat…S’Mores Cookies