As I sit here and write up the first blog of the new year & looking ahead to 2021 it’s hard not to look back over the past year. Often as we begin a new year many of us make resolutions & secretly hope we can keep them. I can almost guarantee that everyone is…
It’s always fun to dig out Favorite Thanksgiving recipes from our favorite cookbooks & old recipe cards that we have used so much in the past. Even though Thanksgiving might be a rather different get together this year as you have been accustomed to in the past with maybe a smaller group you can enjoy…
Ever order fabric online based on the design and color? I came across a fabric I loved and ordered it online. Online shopping has really opened up a whole new way to shop. Many small businesses have an online presence. This helps me so much a well as others who might not live close to…
As fall approaches in most parts of the country apple season begins. As many of you know the varieties are endless depending on what you are looking for. Apples make a great snack and are easy to add to that lunch box. While apples are commonly eaten out of hand, many types of apples are…
Fall or Autumn officially happens on September 22. It is based on the Autumn Equinox. There are many things you can do in the fall of the year & I would love to share the 7 best fall activities to do in this beautiful season. According to the Old Farmers Almanac, one definition of fall…
Want to bake something with zucchini and chocolate? I know every cookbook has zucchini recipes along with many recipes on Pinterest if you do a search. Why not add a couple more to your collection with these delicious chocolate and dessert recipes using zucchini. First what is a zucchini ? According to The Spruce Eats;…
Some of the links below may contain an affiliate link which earns me a small commision at no extra cost to you! Getting ready to go back to school? We can all agree that last school year was not something any of us could have planned for right? Even though the previous school year did…
Would you like to bake up a little taste of summer? Why not go to your local farmers market and purchase some fresh peaches! Peaches are beginning to arrive at the local farmers market stands with their peak season running from July through August. One great tip to tell if peaches are ripe is with…
How are guidelines followed ? 5 Food safety tips we should all know! During the last few months, we have come to realize the importance of food safety whether it be in our own homes or at restaurants and cafes. As restaurants begin to slowly open with COVID 19 restrictions being lifted we need to…
Hello & thanks for reading my blog/newsletter! As February started just a couple of months ago one of the big projects was started. The hardwood flooring had been delivered and the local contractor was ready to begin the project. After we bought this house one of the first things we decided on was removing the…