We arrived prepared, flashlights in hand, ready for darkness to cloak the land. Anticipation filled our souls, seeking fulfillment, but mostly the thrill of it all. I’m talking about a corn maze! Not just any maze, but a five-acre maze that weaves you through the corn stalks, hoping not to get lost. Five of us,…
It’s not too late to crochet this fun autumn plant poky, or fridgie, for all your fall festivities! The kids will adore this scarecrow with yarn-straw poking from his pants, head, and arms. Crochet “patches” adorn his pants and shirt, while a miniature straw hat is perched on his head, creating the most adorable scarecrow…
When the temperature drops, a good, hearty bowl of stew is on the horizon. Using the last of summer’s bounty, this Zucchini Stew is perfect, jam-packed with vegetables. Onion, green bell pepper, carrots, potatoes, cabbage, tomatoes, and garlic. Fresh seasoning, Parmesan cheese, and spices complete this hearty stew. Flavor is imparted by browning the vegetables…
What I love about Mexican food is that it’s so forgiving! Fish can be dredged in something as simple as flour, adding chili and garlic powder, and it would be delicious in a taco. I love biting into crispy fish, so with the addition of crushed crackers, flour, and Panko, it’s just the way I…
It’s October, the unofficial start of the holiday season. Many of you are gearing up with plans for decorations to gift-giving. This month, I’m featuring Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas patterns to get you started. Scarecrow Basket Topper This adorable crochet scarecrow will add a touch of autumn to your home this fall. Complete with a…
It’s been super busy around our neighborhood. It’s that time of year for elections for board members of the MOA/HOA for our community. Several of us are now running for positions that are opening up. It’s been hectic to say the least! Over the past couple of weeks, we planted five trees: two on our…
We enjoy having something different for breakfast, and I often waffle back and forth between scrambled eggs, quiches, omelettes, French toast recipes, pancake recipes, waffle recipes, and, well, you get the idea. One of the breakfasts I always enjoy is Mexican-influenced. From breakfast burritos to quesadillas, or migas, I love them all – I’ve been…
Happy first day of Fall! The trees are starting to turn color here, and before long, they’ll be a vibrant gold. I’m excited and a bit sad; I’m excited for fall, a bit sad that summer is coming to an end. I’m excited for the upcoming holidays, and I look forward to autumn festivals, Oktoberfests,…