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Author Archives: simply0637
The First Hike Of The Season
The first day of Spring was March 20 – but with our weather you would not think so. On Thursday, April 4 the weather changed and we were under a winter storm warning. We had sleet, freezing rain, snow and … Continue reading
Coconut Macaroons – A Favorite
Over the holidays I made paleo coconut macaroons and while they were good they were not exactly what I was looking for in a macaroon. Really I wanted my macaroon to stay together better and to have an airier texture. … Continue reading
Kids Craft Corner – Big Baby Gets A New Dress
I have written about Big Baby before, but to give just a little bit of history – Big Baby was given to Stella for her first birthday and she has been a favorite doll ever since. Big Baby was Stella’s … Continue reading
Chocolate Banana Bread
For some reason of late I have been craving chocolate – not sure why. Now don’t get me wrong I love my chocolate – and maybe I am craving more lately since I know that I cannot just walk out … Continue reading
Uhauls’ Lack Of Customer Service
Moving is never an easy thing to do – the packing, the logistics, leaving of friends and familiarity, the learning of a new home and location. Nerves are already on edge and emotions tend to come to the surface easier … Continue reading
My First Attempt At Borscht
With yet another winter weather system heading our way – I figured I needed to make a big pot of soup. Also with the fluctuation in temperatures – the last of my root vegetables need to be used – since … Continue reading
The Delicious Dessert That Follows A Wonderful Meal, Cinnamon Bread
I had a wonderful dinner menu planned for my birthday evening, but circumstances altered those plans and post-poned the dinner. The rest of the week was no better for making the planned menu, so last night I made my birthday … Continue reading
Wire Beaded Necklace
Before leaving New York a friend of mine wanted to learn how to knit with wire. My friend, Carla, is an incredible beader and I wish we had more time so that she could have taught me how to make … Continue reading
What To Do With All Those Soap Pieces?
I was at my aunt’s house and she asked me if I had any ideas for how to use the little pieces of soap that she collects – and I think she is not alone. I hate to get rid … Continue reading
Stella Cooks Dinner….
Upon our leaving from New York, one of Stella’s friends gave her a kids cookbook (Better Homes and Gardens New Junior Cook Book). They decided they could cook together from it using either FaceTime or Skype – love it!!! The … Continue reading
