Apple harvest is in full swing, now is the time to put all of favorite apple-based recipes to the test. Use this pie filling in your repertoire of recipes without uncertainty Planning filling only requires some time and it tastes fantastically homemade. Apple slices or pieces cooked in simple cinnamon sauce has the perfect amount … Read more
“I sometimes rack my brain for past experiences that I’m positive are in there somewhere and draw a blank. It’s frustrating, but the blank still marks a spot – a spot where a memory used to be and might, if I eat the right cake, reappear. What makes memory magical is its imperfections and its … Read more
Let’s cut to the chase. This is chocolate cake. It’s not masquerading as something revolutionary or a new take on a classic. It’s straight up chocolate cake, honest and good. Because that’s what chocolate cake should be. There’s something refreshing about a cake like this. It’s exactly as you see it. No guises; no pretentiousness. … Read more
Apparently, Atlanta is like the only place in the eastern half of the country that hasn’t had actual, stick-to-the-ground snow, despite having had two “snow” days already (including today). I suppose it’s only natural that we would be overly cautious given the complete sh*t show that resulted from last year’s infamous snowstorm. The day that … Read more
When I was little, my mom taught me how to needlepoint. My child mind remembers her needlepointing this large, elaborate floral pattern and thinking it was the coolest, prettiest thing. So she got me a small bunny pattern to try myself. The bunny wore a blue shirt and held a carrot. I always thought it … Read more
Breakfast is sort of my thing. It’s my favorite meal of the day, I love making it, and I’m good at it. So, please excuse the past couple and next couple of breakfast food posts here. I just lurv the breakfasts, and I’m sort of on a roll. This has been my go-to banana bread … Read more
These spring weekend mornings with their dreamy light have completely mesmerized me lately. Even when overcast, the rays of sun stream purposefully through our front windows, awaking the plants, kitten, and us. Kitten lays in the rays, warms his belly, and I revel in the silence, peering out the window as if expecting to uncover … Read more
I have been doing some major nesting lately. I’m not pregnant; I just have this itch to make everything tidy and organized and homey. Dale has been working nights, and I swear it has made me hyperaware of all the things I have wanted to do/fix in our house. It’s been coming along since we … Read more
Oh hey! Welcome to my new space! I hope you like it. I was really in need of a change, and I am happy with it so far, although it’s definitely still a work in progress. But I didn’t want to wait any longer to post something new, as it has been a minute. I … Read more
Everyone loves cupcakes! You just need this recipe for vanilla cupcakes. It has a fluffy, melting texture and is very handy to make. This easy vanilla cupcake recipe is packed with vanilla flavors and is perfect for any festival. Airy and moist, it’s topped with a simple vanilla buttercream frosting. After trying this recipe, you’ll … Read more