Just added to the Main Meal Recipe Page - scroll to the bottom - enjoy!
No Resolutions!
This is old news to many, but for the newly subscribed readers – I rebel against New Year’s Resolutions. Even though it is not my own tendency to be easily discouraged, I have witnessed way too many of my friend’s lose all motivation and be impacted negatively by the whole process. It usually does... Continue Reading →
Great Fence (and planter) project – DONE!
December 30th was a day of off and on showers so I had to take a break from staining. I did take the time for a typical longer Sunday morning trail run. Couldn't join Renee in her 105 minute run at Lake Hodges, but I did throw my new Camelback on for a trial outing... Continue Reading →
Fence Staining Project Rain Delay and Minestrone
First, the recipe - yes, it was good enough to share! Added to the Main Meal Page too. Slow Cooker Minestrone Origin unknown - this basic recipe serves 6 - I didn't want a bunch of leftover open containers of ingredients so I doubled it froze 1/2 1 lb ground beef 1/2 onion chopped 1... Continue Reading →
The Great Fence Staining Project of 2012
I crack myself up with that title. The total square feet of the fence I need to stain is just under 200. Hah! That's nothing which is why I was so willing to do it myself this week. Taking advantage of a couple of dry days between the usual intermittent winter rain storms here, I... Continue Reading →
Recipe Pages organized!
First, yes, there has been a change (yet again) in main theme for the blog - the header picture is the old Point Loma Lighthouse at the Cabrillo National Monument. We visited there with some out of town friends on the 26th. But, on my To Do list for the holiday break was to more... Continue Reading →
Pre-Christmas partying
This was the week of parties. It started out Tuesday when I took my department at work out to lunch at Pacifica Del Mar. A friend of mine recently bought into the restaurant and has turned it into a really lovely spot. Been hearing so many good reviews and was finally able to have a good excuse... Continue Reading →
S’mores Cookie Recipe
Adapted from Always with Butter Ingredients 11 Tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1 cup brown sugar, packed ½ cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 ½ cups flour 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips - IMHO these are optional. Or, use... Continue Reading →
I’m talking about it
We interrupt the December theme of ornaments and recipes for this dark shot of reality. It's political, but it shouldn't be, so I have to get my thoughts out here. Friday's tragedy in Newtown Connecticut was devastating. The nation has reacted in sadness and with empathy for the families who have suffered and unimaginable amount... Continue Reading →
Premier Cheesecake Cranberry Bars
My first attempt at this recipe. As part of my holiday baking tradition I like to mix in a new recipe or two each year. This year, I am going for THREE news ones (yes, I picked another one after making that recipe list earlier). Anyway, here's me live blogging this adventure. There will be... Continue Reading →
Trees & Flowers & Birds! 