Whatever you need to tell yourself… “I couldn’t find the matching sock this morning,” “the machine ate my last parking quarter today,” “got home and the wine bottle was less full than I remember” {time out – go to the store right now to replenish the vino. this will still be here when you return}… … Continue reading
Memory is a funny thing. Some folks store memories in such a succinct manner, I wonder if they have access to some mental card catalog I’ve yet to discover. Others, such as myself, store memories in an order that more closely resembles the inside of my purse… random receipts, a kid’s sock, some old lip … Continue reading
These loaves are worth the time, attention AND calories. Now is the part I would typically go into the “everything of value stems from time and effort” commentary. I will spare you the deep thoughts and instead, offer up some easy-to-scan-through memories. I would not be able (or dare) to tell you how many slices … Continue reading
Fall has begun here in the northeast and although my initial reaction is to frown as I know it precedes the dreaded winter (a season I loathe), a smile immediately appears as thoughts of apples, sweaters, hot cider and crunchy leaf piles swoop in. I was intrigued by this recipe both because I had a … Continue reading
It is one of her favorite things to do… help out in the kitchen. And by help out, I do not mean sweep the floors, wash the dishes or even scrub the countertops. I am referencing the very things that create the messes we clean up. I must admit, it is with fault that there … Continue reading
We seem to have hit “that” stage. You know, those phases you chat about with friends, family and just about anyone out there that will listen (or look at you, breathe like they are alive and make you feel as if they are listening)? Their return always involves the phrase “been through THAT stage before,’” … Continue reading
Simplicity. It’s a peaceful word, wouldn’t you say? This one word immediately conjures up feelings of clean, calm, organized and uncluttered…a bright beach side room with sheer curtains dancing in the breeze. In terms of sweets, the vanilla cupcake with vanilla buttercream frosting embodies every one of those terms. A moist and airy white cake, … Continue reading
More than anything, they are beautiful. Beyond the aesthetic value of this cookie, they are a tasty delight to say the least. I came across this recipe months before I attempted them and waited for the perfect time to give them a go. The fillings for Pesche Dolci {Italian Wedding Cookies} vary from region to … Continue reading
So, this is it. Ring the bell. My first post. I’ve spent a long time thinking about creating my own space…over-thinking it if you really need a dose of honesty. Along with most every one of you, life has dealt me ups and downs, yet has never failed to teach me throughout. It it our job to take those lessons and … Continue reading
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