Author Archives: simply0637

Make Tonight a Pizza Night

This was first posted August 18, 2011. With everything happening we have been wanting healthy and relatively quick meals and this pizza recipe hits on both! Blog writing is time consuming and I am trying to not overload myself at … Continue reading

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Apple Squares – So Good!

This post was originally  posted on October 18, 2011. I decided to re-post this recipe – why you ask  or maybe you are not asking. there are a couple of reasons.  I closed on my house and any spare time … Continue reading

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Apricot And Raisin Bread

I recently purchased a new bag of Bob’s Red Mill whole wheat flour and on the side of the bag was a recipe that after reading – I had to try.  I called Stella in to the kitchen and asked … Continue reading

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Hopes And Dreams So Close To Becoming Reality!

This Monday, if everything goes as planned – I will be the owner of a house and land!  After looking at many properties in the area, hopes and dreams are so close to becoming a reality.  It still seems surreal … Continue reading

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Kids Can Cook – Wholesome Chocolate Chip Cookies

Stella wanted dessert but I had not baked in awhile, so I told her she could make something if she wanted.  We had just bought some chocolate chips at the store and she decided to make some cookies.  Taking the … Continue reading

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Monticello – Need I Say More?

Last Friday I went with Stella on her school trip to Monticello.  I think I was more excited about the trip than Stella and counted down the days.  The alarm went off at 4:30 and we were out of the … Continue reading

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Nutrient Dense Carrot Oat Muffins

Happy Earth Day!!!! With all our activities and with me still getting used to how long it takes to get to town and other places – I find myself running late more often than is usual for me!  With that … Continue reading

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The Infinity Scarf Is Done

Well I started an infinity scarf in February, but with the move, new job, etc – I just finished it! And just in time for next year – yeah!!! A friend of mine had one and she always looked so … Continue reading

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Vegetable Crustless Quiche

I have never really been a quiche person – mainly because of the cheese and what it does to my stomach.  Since moving to Virginia it seems that a quiche is a staple of a dinner or lunch invitation and … Continue reading

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A Blue Ribbon At The Science Fair

Less than 2 weeks ago Stella came home and told me that she had a science fair project that she needed to do and it was due on April 4!  First thought that came to me was thanks for the … Continue reading

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