It's here. The first month of school. I am excited and sad at the same time. Our summer was full of friends, love, vacations, sun and swimming. I know that school mornings are the last place you want to throw in a "what do I make for the kids" moment, so I am going to share with … [Read more...]
My Acme Juicer
It's the little things in life that make it so amazing.... Like my Acme Juicer. Given as a wedding gift 11 years ago, it still works like it's brand new. Sorry about the blurry picture, but I was trying to juice and click at the same time. This one has an easy "On-Off" … [Read more...]
Quick Favorites for Dinner
When time seems short and the family just can't wait any longer, I go to my few old standby's. We always have eggs and I always keep frozen sliced rolls in the freezer, ready to pop into the toaster for a quick "tasty as fresh" crunch. Usually this means either Sliders or … [Read more...]
How To Milk a Coconut
So many coconuts and so little time! How on earth do you get that decadent nectar from a brown dry coconut (as opposed to the young white tipped coconut)?! Here's how... Take a wine opener (yes, a corkscrew one!) and twist it into one of the soft "eyes" of the coconut. When … [Read more...]
Naturally Colored Easter Eggs
I did this with my daughter last Easter…the colors are soft and pretty. To make the stripes, wipe off the dye just after removing from the color bath. You can also soak over night in the refrigerator, just make sure the entire egg is covered with the dye water. I adapted the … [Read more...]