Every year, the older I get, the more I appreciate Advent. Every year I love the grief and the hope more, the reminders of joy, the candles, the sometimes somber hymns. I loved Advent as a little girl because I loved sitting with my family and lighting the Advent candles, every week another one until … more
I have to say that part of the lack in posts recently comes from two reasons. First of all, I’ve tried to make a few recipes and re-make a few others to post, and nothing was ever working for me in the kitchen. So I decided not to worry about it for awhile. Second of … more
I think if there is one talent I have in life, it is planning and logistics. There are few things in the world more beautiful to me than a well thought out itinerary that can be smoothly executed or a calendar that is completely organized. I love lists and schedules and plans. When everyone else … more
Here is the truth: I love Valentine’s Day. I know that sometimes isn’t a very popular opinion, but I’m just going to get it out there and own it. I know that people complain about Valentine’s Day because of the pressure for flowers and chocolate and special gifts. But I really don’t care about all … more
I wasn’t going to admit to it, but in the back of my mind I think one of my New Year’s Resolutions was Find The Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe. I never said this out loud, even to myself, because this has been a goal for years and the perfect recipe has always eluded me. … more