Summer Rolls are one of those foods that I have wanted to try to make for a long time, but have always been nervous for some reason about using the rice paper. Nervous, yes it’s silly I realize. Maybe it was because I wasn’t even sure where to find them in my market. But I was […]
When we did some remodeling of our home more than 4 years ago, I ran out of steam and cash. I was over making any decisions and needed to take a break. Since then I’ve been looking for a rug and couch for my living room. I am loving these basic two designs, but can’t […]
This is a classic Barefoot Contessa Recipe. I have to credit Ina Garten for teaching me how to cook. I bought her first cookbook in 1999, the year I met my husband. I loved food and cooking before I knew Ina Garten, but my real learning about cooking and baking came from her, a self-taught […]
I’m in NYC this week for a Photography + Food Styling workshop with the inspirational Béa Peltre of La Tartine Gourmande. I am smitten with her photography and am beyond thrilled to learn from her. Not to mention how happy it makes me to be in NYC. I am one grateful blogger. A few links […]
I’m going to my first baby shower in what seems like a forever. Other than books and clothes what are some of the hot new items for mom and babe these days? Here are a few things I’m thinking about for my sweet friend and her new baby boy. Freshly Picked makes the sweetest baby […]
10 years ago, it was a hot August night. I had spent most of the last few weeks walking our neighborhood as much as my body would permit. You see, I was not a patient expectant mom. I was dying to meet you and could not wait any longer. 10 years ago, you came into […]
I love this photo for so many reasons that have absolutely nothing to with this actually being a good photo of us. I love the sparkle in miss Olivia’s eyes as she is about to head off to her first day of 2nd grade sporting her self-selected new haircut. proud I love seeing what I […]