Have you ever been convinced – absolutely sure – that something is going to go one way just to find out you were wrong?  That’s what happened the morning I made this coffee cake.  I have had this recipe snipped … Continue reading →

Today is a bit of an odd day; peculiar to say the least.  My Sweet Girl – my only Girl- my only child – turns “21”!  The thing that is making it so strange is that she is 3000 miles … Continue reading →

What’s old is new again – and since I’m in love with everything retro and vintage I am very happy about that.  In the past couple of years there has been a wave of dessert and baking books with a … Continue reading →

Birthdays were pretty special events when I was growing up.  They were usually simple family celebrations and a cake and candles were always at the center.  Occasionally we were allowed to invite a few of our neighborhood friends, however, elaborate … Continue reading →

Lately I have been thinking quite a bit about the meaning behind the word “tradition”.  I am a fanatic, a stickler, somewhat of a maniac about tradition.  I find comfort just knowing that whatever life is bringing my way, however … Continue reading →