Mini Pecan Pies

Mini Pecan Pies

Bob and I were invited to a Christmas party in New Town. I was happy to learn that I could bring a treat! I decided t…
Thanksgiving 2014

Thanksgiving 2014

We left Saint Charles around 7:30 with cups of coffee and hot chocolate in hand.  Also in hand:  homemade noodles, home…
Birthday Wishes

Birthday Wishes

Before Facebook, I would receive a good number of birthday wishes from my students, parents and family.  A few of my fr…
Happy Halloween!

Happy Halloween!

Today the temperature went way down, after having some wonderful fall temps this past week.  The poor trick-or-treaters…
Birthday Tailgate

Birthday Tailgate

For many years we have had a birthday tailgate party for Ashley.  Her birthday, being at the end of October, has been t…
Homemade Catsup

Homemade Catsup

We have had a great crop of tomatoes this year.  Bob planted an heirloom (Purple Cherokee), a beefsteak, a plum and a c…
Lacy Eggs

Lacy Eggs

Back when my sister and I were little, our mom would make us fried eggs for breakfast.  I can't speak for Tammi, bu…