The summer-like days have moved on and rain and gray have slipped into their place.  I don’t mind.  It’s feels as close to winter as the weather here ever feels.  I especially appreciate the gloom and precipitation when I can remain … Continue reading →

A heart shaped box filled with chocolates makes me smile.  It has always been my favorite gift to receive on Valentine’s Day.  Not just chocolates, but chocolates nestled in a red box, preferably decorated with cherubs and frilly lace.  And … Continue reading →

What to do with an abundance of over-ripe bananas?  Well, make banana bread, of course.  I usually have a banana every morning for breakfast, but ever since my go round with the flu, they just haven’t sounded a”peel”ing to me. … Continue reading →

The Chocolate Crinkle is a cookie as traditional as can be.  Just google it and you will find hundreds of recipes.  And, after pouring through dozens and dozens of cookie recipes to decide upon this week’s Christmas Cookie Countdown choice, … Continue reading →

Aaahhh, the feeling of coming home.  As wonderful as it is to travel, there is nothing quite like that feeling of familiarity – the comforts we create for ourselves – our own bed and shower, moving about in a space that we … Continue reading →