It’s always fun to discover raw talent, especially when it’s practically in your own back yard. Today I’m excited to introduce you to the work of artist Rob Brown of Happy Dogs Studio in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. Originally from Kentucky, Rob works full-time as a respiratory therapist. In his spare moments, he…
Ratty Ole Bathrobe
There were other things I planned to write about today. My Ratty Ole Bathrobe just wasn’t in the mix. But like you, I can’t predict what’ll happen in a day. That’s the fun. Like a magnet, my pen’s attracted to the action. When Jon returned from Nepal last fall (a poet: me!) he brought souvenirs. Good ones…
Sausage Pepper Pasta Toss
Here’s a main dish recipe you’ll keep at the front of your recipe box: Sausage Pepper Pasta Toss. It’s a good one for a quick and easy, tasty weeknight dinner that everyone loves. (Kids too!) And only five ingredients. We often had this for dinner growing up, and I’ve been making it for my guys for years….
Another World
Folks, it’s bone chillin’ cold here in New England these days. This afternoon, the thermometer read a whopping 23 degrees. Now it’s 14 and dropping. That might not seem wicked cold to you, but it’s a dry cold, if you know what I mean. Ha. (“It’s a dry heat” always gets me.) Another World by allie…
Cacophony of Silence
He arrived home through the side door at lunchtime, quietly clicking it behind him. I felt his eyes as I emptied the dishwasher. “You hear that?” “Hear what?” I said, straining to listen, noiselessly stacking plates. “You don’t hear it?” I shook my head. “You can’t miss it. That beautiful sound. Silence.” Cacophony of Silence by allie taylor Ahhhh yes….
Mexican Shredded Chicken
I really do enjoy creating pretty, fancy recipes in the kitchen. Like this Raspberry Almond Cake for my sister’s birthday. Reminds me of a Dr. Seuss, Cat in the Hat hat. 🙂 I’ll have to share the cake recipe with you soon. But let’s talk about Mexican Shredded Chicken. While it isn’t fancy, it’s that go-to recipe I…
DIY Monogram Wreath
Let’s make an easy DIY Monogram Wreath today! Depending on where you live, the Christmas wreaths are already put up til’ next Christmas. Funny how in the north we keep Christmas wreaths up longer. I remember having all my Christmas decorations down and put away by January 1st when we lived in the south. Everyone…
Micawber
A squirrel that delights in visiting the Met, aspiring to open his own private art gallery? That would be Micawber. A fun picture book for kids ages 3-99, I gave Micawber to my favorite little artist Charlie, several years ago. Micawber delights on several levels. Illustrator C. F. Payne’s artwork is gorgeous and expressive. Payne’s illustrations…
Jewish Coffee Cake
I was really thinking about us going on a field trip today, had a few places in mind. And then there was a beautiful children’s book I wanted to tell you about. But guess what won out? This Jewish Coffee Cake recipe. We took a vote at our house. It’s really cold out, and everyone wants to…
Chicken Enchilada Soup
Chicken Enchilada Soup has to be one of the most satisfying and flavorful soup recipes in my recipe box. It’s also the one I’ve passed on most through the years. Chicken Enchilada Soup is perfect for these frigid days we’re having. Wish I could say I wrote the recipe, but I didn’t. And I don’t…
