Today’s the big day. Family. Friends. Food. Football. Naps. More food! But most of all, thanks. Thanks for all the things in your life–the good, the bad, and yes, even the ugly. They all make you who you are today. And I’m not saying that everything in your life is perfect or great or maybe … Continue reading Being Thankful
Everyone should make time in their lives to walk through a park on a cool, crisp autumn day. It’s truly a sight to behold–colors of gold and green and red and brown; everyone slightly bundled, with a crisp chill in the air so as to keep you bundled; leaves rustling; laughter; hand holding–to me it’s … Continue reading Forget The Roses…
Okay, so I don’t think it’s any great secret out there that I love coffee. Some might say it’s less like love and more like a neurotic compulsion, but they’re just jealous that my devotion to this little bean runs so deep and that I won’t speak to anyone in full sentences until I’ve had a cup or … Continue reading Cawfee Tawk!
So the following conversation happened when I opened my crockpots (SHAMELESS PLUG: naming contest still going on–I’ve had some great suggestions, but it’s not too late to put your 2 cents in!). Ahem, where was I? Oh yeah: conversation (loosely transcribed): ME: thank you! I can’t wait to use it CHRISTI: what are you going … Continue reading Crockin’ Chili!
First, let me apologize and TOTALLY blame George R. R. Martin for lack of posts this week. Since both my most and least favorite characters are seemingly dead, it’s back to work! In addition to Lucille, I got another really cool birthday kitchen gadget: a crockpot. Two actually, in a set, a big one and … Continue reading What A Crock!
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Day 1: The Scavenger Hunt “Whoa, that’s a wicked nice camera.” Using a hand to shield his eyes from a sun that hadn’t yet risen, he aimed the statement at me and the Nikon tethered to my neck, oblivious to the fact that his dog’s leash had just become tangled… Continue reading Weekend Wanderings: Portland, ME
My mostest favoritest cookies in the world are molasses cookies. Which may sound disgusting, especially if you’ve ever tried molasses. Unless, of course, you were my Grandpa who loved molasses and like to eat it on everything. I adored my Grandpa, but I have to admit to questioning his taste buds when it came to … Continue reading MY Molasses Cookies
I thought it only fitting that the very first thing I made with Lucille was my Granny’s Cream Puffs. I make them every year for my birthday because when I was growing up my Granny made them for my birthday. Momma was the master cake baker and decorator, but I always, always, always only ever … Continue reading Granny’s Cream Puffs!
If you will permit me to be a little sappy (and if you know me, then you know that is a very rare thing!), I have truly amazing friends and family. Actually, as far as I’m concerned my really good friends are also my family. And none of them–friends and family alike–ever cease to amaze … Continue reading Lucy! You Have Some ‘Splaining To Do!
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