Why Winter

I had a difficult time getting into the holiday spirit this year. I would tell myself that I'm reasonably busy, but "busy" is just a euphemism for low priority, right?

Fluffy Butt Friday!

Product Review: Stony Brook Oils - Recipes Included

The incredible flavor. The outstanding health benefits. The fact that they are 100% non-GMO, expeller pressed without any solvents, excessive heat, or filtration from locally grown squash and pumpkins. These are only a few of the reasons to feel good about using Stony Brook oils. 

Product Review: Revol and Tipsy Apple Pear Dessert Recipe

I recently had the pleasure of baking in a beautiful piece of Revol from their Les Naturels line. This porcelain bakeware is definitely my style.

Daisy Mae

That Feeling Of The Warm Sun On Your Face On A Cold Morning

Max

Indian Summer

It's that magical time of year. I can feel it in my veins. My brain is settling down. It feels as if I've just had a nap. You know, that moment when you just awaken and all is well. The grogginess is gone, but the mind is still.

Scotch And Cigars

I hosted my first two Scotch tastings in one month. One with my brother and his wife, and one with Ashley, from Craving4More , and her husband. I'm sharing both of those special nights in this blog.

Bees And Borage

Did you know that borage refills it's nectar every ninety seconds? It's the perfect herb to plant for bees, as bees are energy efficient and can forage in a concentrated area.

Amaretto Tiramisu

I wondered if this post would ever make it to the blog. It is SO easy to make. It's fast, other than the few hours it takes to set. It requires only a few ingredients, and it's delicious. So what's the problem?

DIY Swing Conclusion

My swing is almost finished. Parts One, Two, Three, and Four are complete. Kevin has built the pergola over the top, and I'm going to plant a vine to climb up and over it. Now it's time for a mattress and some pillows.

DIY Swing Part Four

We are moving right along. Part One was in the developing stage. Part Two started the build. Part Three made a lot of headway. Today, Kevin will finish the pergola and hang my swing.

DIY Swing Part Three

Kevin purchased the frame of my new swing in Part One, contemplated the build in Part Two, and now he's ready to construct. Here, he is cutting the legs off the bed.

DIY Swing Part Two

After we gathered our supplies in DIY Swing Part One, Kevin was ready to get to work. I won't pretend to understand how he's going to put this together, but I've got pictures!

Look At That Swarm!

As we were getting into our car the other day, our neighbor, Bob, asked Kevin if he wanted to see the bees that are living in his lilac bush. We both got very excited, hoping they were honeybees. And they were.

DIY Swing Part One

Our first backyard swing

Have you ever surfed Pinterest? If you haven't, all you need to know is that it is the perfect place for ADD. What starts out as a search for pretty soap-making ideas ends up with beautiful porch swings. Of course, there is no way to determine how it happens. It just does.

Mother's Day

My sole purpose today is to shout out to all of the mothers I know. You are all Superwomen. It should be acknowledged more often, but hey, you get your birthday too, right?

It feeds my soul to open my back door, go to my garden, and pick dinner.

Rain

It's been rainy here the past few days. The quiet sound of rain mixed with thunder and lightning put me in a peaceful place. Like Buddy Guy's, It Feels Like Rain.