I have been crazy busy this last week with working on a design consulting gig I was honored to be asked to do. This would be my first paid design job but I have given my friends over the years much advice on how to update and refresh their place for an update or a sale, pick paint colors, choose flooring, countertops you name it. … Continue reading Blueberry muffin – scone
I am going to share this recipe with you that I originally posted about 5 years ago. Yeah I know I can’t believe I have been writing a weekly blog for about 6 years now. I honestly didn’t know how long I would stick with it. I didn’t know what my objective for a blog would be. I see bloggers come and go, I see … Continue reading Raspberry Squares
I totally intended on trying another recipe in my slow cooker this last week but every night seemed to have something going on so I didn’t have time to prep and I am really not interested in making and cleaning a mess so early in the am. So instead I made chicken & dumplings on the stove top. It is definitely a warm comfort meal … Continue reading Chicken & Dumplings
I have been making this particular chocolate cake for as long as I can remember; at least since I was in middle school. I am not entirely sure where it came from but I believe it has been around for many many years. If you are looking for a great recipe to teach a child try this one. It mixes easy in one bowl … Continue reading Crazy Chocolate Cake
There are a couple of types of bar cookies the typical chewy type like brownies and blondies. Then there is a very nice alternative that is more like a pastry shortbread type that is tender, buttery and crumbly. Sometimes you want something sweet but you don’t have the time or patience to make individual cookies. I will admit I do make more cookies than bars … Continue reading Square the other cookie (Raspberry Squares)
Sorry this is a day late, we have been without internet for 4 days UGH! Today like the last 30 years has started off with a pancake & sausage breakfast to support our local Rotary Club. Let’s just say I would rather just donate money than actually attend and that is all I will say about it. My in-laws have been going to this … Continue reading Happy Easter – Carrot Cake – Cream Cheese Frosting
Last weekend my refrigerator was severely overloaded; my house was full of people and I had a lot of “different” ingredients leftover after it was all said and done. I really hate throwing food away so I try to use up whatever is left over before it goes bad. I love finding a recipe, buying the ingredients, making and eating whatever it may be. I … Continue reading Being Frugal – It’s a good thing
