Have you been sick this winter? There is so much going around that it is hard not to be exposed to something. I have several family members that have had bad colds this year, but I managed to dodge those bullets. Part of the reason why I don’t get as many illnesses is that I take an active role in trying to stay healthy. I have created a cold-fighting arsenalRead More →
Before spring weather makes it’s debut, I like to fill my house with flowers. My paperwhites are blooming and I have faux spring branches all around. One other thing I like to do pre-spring is to buy some potted flowering plants. Have you ever noticed how unattractive those little containers are? You know the plastic ones that they sell potted plants in at the garden centers. Over the years, IRead More →
Do you want to have an awesome garden this year? If your answer is yes than now is the time to start mentally planning for the garden season. Although it’s too early to be working the soil, it’s not too early to plan. So if you are relatively new to gardening, how do you go about planning for the gardening season? You can plan your garden in three easy steps. Read More →
Not long ago I picked up a 2 pound bag of meyer lemons at the store for a great price. But, I have been too busy to do anything with them. So I thought that it was time for a recipe with lemon in it. Before I get to the recipe, we should talk about the lowly lemon. I love lemons, let me count the ways. Lemon’s bright flavor canRead More →
Can I let you in on a little secret? I love flowers of all kinds! It is certainly not possible to find flowers in my yard right now. And I am waiting for my paperwhites to bloom, but that’s going to be awhile. I regularly buy flowers from the grocery store when I need a pick me up. But in the early spring I love to have forced branches toRead More →
Are you ready for another soup. Since it’s February it time for a new Soup of the Month! This month I am showcasing Potato and Smoked Sausage Soup. Since it’s still the winter season, soup is a great option for cold nights. The seasonal produce has not changed much since January. We are still looking at Broccoli, Cauliflower, Brussels Sprouts, leeks and potatoes. Many people do not enjoy broccoli andRead More →
I don’t know if I have mentioned this before but I am a procrastinator with a capital P!!!! How about you? Do you struggle with this disease too? If you can name it, I have put it off. So today I’m confessing that I still have not planted those paperwhite bulbs that I told you about. I am going to plant them now. I know that they are ready andRead More →
As the end of January rolls around, many of us struggle with a little bit of the Winter Blues. How do you know if you are experiencing the winter blues? Are you struggling to get up in the morning? Do you feel tired throughout the day? Do you just not look forward to any activities? Are you constantly filling up on sweets and refined carbohydrates? Do your thoughts focus onRead More →
After the excess of the holidays, it’s good to pare things down in our lives. Keeping home decor to a minimum and more neutral is calming. Like a blanket of snow it just soothes everyone. You can also keep your meals simple, uncomplicated and comforting. Soups and stews make a great choice for easy winter meals. Simple roasted meats like chicken and beef don’t take a lot of time andRead More →
Do you find crafting as enjoyable as I do? It’s great to come up with an idea and then work with your hands to create something new! I will usually get craft ideas from looking around on Pinterest or reading magazines. Sometimes I find ideas in home decor and garden books. Certainly, the craft stores like Hobby Lobby and Michaels are a good place to get ideas. Lastly, I oftenRead More →