This whole post goes back to the philosophy that what we need is always found naturally. Commercial beauty products are full of so many unwanted ingredients that do not belong on our skin. Just taking the time for myself for a little pampering is always a welcome moment, but knowing that what I am using… Continue reading Kitchen Face Masks
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Throat Soothing Tea
This is one of my favorite recipes to make when I have a sore throat or when a cough has irritated the tissues of the pharynx. This tea is made from the roots of the herbs so a decoction method is used. Teas are made either by infusion or decoction. Infusion happens with the leaves… Continue reading Throat Soothing Tea
Gingerbread Magic
Gingerbread is an iconic smell and taste of Christmas time. Its flavor can be found in a wide range of baked goods and is characterized by a mixture of ginger, clove, nutmeg, and cinnamon. With its warm and spicy notes, gingerbread is the equivalent of wrapping yourself up in a quilt made by grandma. Therefore,… Continue reading Gingerbread Magic
Pepperoni Pull-Apart Bread
Here's a twist on pizza. It mostly uses the same ingredients, but my kids love pulling off the bits of pizza bread for dinner. It's so fun! This is a great recipe to make on a lazy Sunday afternoon when time is of no consequence. And shenanigans overtake your kitchen. Ingredients 2 packages of pre-made… Continue reading Pepperoni Pull-Apart Bread
Magnificent Mango Cake
Because I have lived most of my life in the Northeast, mangos have an exotic fruit connotation in my mind. One of my friends at Penn State was from Hawaii. (What a change in weather climates!) She described how her family had a mango tree in their backyard. This was mind blowing for me as… Continue reading Magnificent Mango Cake
Episode III of Apres Ski What’s For Dinner Creation Success
I enjoy coming up with my Apres Ski creations, but haven't taken the time to document them. I have never been a "Pantry Chef" but have always admired those who can pull off a gourmet meal from whatever scraps are in their kitchens. I hope to develop this skill through the Apres Ski dishes. This… Continue reading Episode III of Apres Ski What’s For Dinner Creation Success
Smells Like Thanksgiving in Here
1 Thus the heavens and the earth were finished, and all the host of them. 2 And on the seventh day God ended his work which he had made; and he rested on the seventh day from all his work which he had made. 3 And God blessed the seventh day, and sanctified it: because… Continue reading Smells Like Thanksgiving in Here
Family Reunion
Welcome, family! My parents were visiting from Pennsylvania and my sister flew up from Florida, all for a Chuck E. Cheese birthday party for my daughters. My girls decided to have a joint party with this famous rodent of pizza so a date was chosen about half way between their birthdays in September and January. … Continue reading Family Reunion
Soccer and Waffles
On a chilly fall Saturday, my daughters and I planned a breakfast for lunch of waffles and bacon. My 7 year old had a soccer game at 10:00. They decided around 9:12 am they wanted waffles for breakfast which was a little to close to kick off. I was able to hold off their desire for… Continue reading Soccer and Waffles
Sage and Be Well
So while the deciduous trees burst with brilliant Autumn color above, my herbs have surprisingly flourished. The decreased rainfall over the summer repressed their growth, but the fall precipitation and enjoyable temperatures have them all sprouting green. Their appetizing leafiness has inspired me to pull back out my recipes focusing on fresh herbs which I… Continue reading Sage and Be Well
The Pink Lily Pad and Two Tadpoles 