Autumn mum baskets greet visitors at my front porch Happy Autumn Equinox! With our still-warm weather here in Seattle, I’m struggling with what to wear every day. Mornings and evenings are chilly, so I want long sleeves, but our afternoons are very warm or even hot. It’s not yet time for a coat, and a…
The crisp salad I attempted to serve my three little boys and my teenager. I chose butter lettuce so it would be light colored and relatively flavorless, then added visual appeal with carrots and the sweetest orange cherry tomatoes I’ve ever tasted. I cut the cucumbers into heart shapes to make them more tempting, and…
Colorful storage footlockers from The Container Store QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Need to change or scoop cat litter? We sure do – both of our cats are turning up their noses at both of our litter boxes. Made Labor Day weekend plans yet? Inviting people over, or going somewhere yourself? Finalize your plans and…
Easter Bunny Truffles, from Moonstruck Chocolate Let’s face it – Most of the time, mothering and homemaking is pretty much a thankless job. Even if you have the world’s most unselfish children, and a tender, communicative, appreciative husband or partner, you just aren’t going to hear “thank you” as often as you deserve it. After…
Is there anything more delicious than a tomato sandwich eaten outside in the sunshine, washed down with freshly made iced tea? Now that it’s warmer and sunnier, I’m eating meals outdoors whenever possible. I do wear a coat or sweater in order to enjoy my meal more, but I know more warm and sunny days…