I do realize that it isn’t strawberry season anymore. So let me explain. Evan LOVES strawberries. And when I spied them on sale at the end of the season I got just a little overzealous with my purchase. He happily raided the strawberry container in the refrigerator for about 4 days, and then some of …
Sometimes I think that Chad might be from another planet. And I’m not talking about that Men are from Mars crap.
Mealtimes have felt EXTRA boring for about a week now… I’m in a rut. I mean, I think we all know I have breakfast down pat. Lunch is no problem… I just eat soup because no one else will and I LIKE IT. I have no problem at all feeling creative with desserts or …
Growing up, my sisters and I had a favorite book. I’m not sure my brothers ever cared much about it, though I KNOW it lived in the giant book basket that was perched next to the hearth, and I’m sure my mom must have read it to them. My mom read us lots of books. …
Sooooo… this cake feels like an end of summer party. I think it’s because of the sprinkles. And the freezing. I actually made it way way way back in August for my brother-in-law’s birthday. My family is slightly obsessed with funfetti.
My oldest son is in the 7th grade. That sounds really strange to me when I say it out loud. Because I can remember the 7th grade, and it doesn’t seem far enough away for me to have a kid that’s 12. But anyway. Andrew, my biggest little boy, is right smack in the center of …
It’s Labor Day! Let’s not work. My little boys are still sleeping and I’m curled up on my sofa, bare feet tucked beneath me, coffee in one hand, typing with the other. Chad tried to work this morning. He got out of bed, donned that familiar uniform, laced up his work boots, and headed out the door. …
The Best Big Fat Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies! If you are craving chocolate chip cookies with the perfect crackled top, soft insides, and loads of chocolate chips, this recipe is IT!! Do you want to eat one of these cookies? I do. IN FACT, I would eat this entire plate full of cookies right now if …
There are some things I never, ever get tired of. morning coffee. getting magazines in the mailbox. finding a mix CD in the car that I haven’t listened to in ages and the anticipation that goes with figuring out what’s on it. spicy chicken. I know it’s only been a couple of days since I unleashed …
A simple summery tart filled with fresh blueberries, honey, and butter. This Rustic Blueberry Tart has a cornmeal crust that comes together quickly and simply. You could also use your choice of berries and fruit! This blueberry tart is like one last hoo-rah before the summer ends. Starting tomorrow I will be immersed in apple …