Tortellini Soup

My husband and I moved from Saint Louis to South Alabama. We lived in the area for 29 years, and while it was a wonderful home for our daughters and us, South Alabama is home to both of us. But, it’s been cold! When we arrived with the moving truck, it was 81 degrees in … Continue reading Tortellini Soup

Grilled Balsamic Rosemary Steak, Bacon, Potato & Mushroom Kebob

Who loves a good shish-kebob? It’s one of my favorite dishes, and I once did an article for the magazine, and the entire dinner was on a stick, including dessert and salad! I learned while prepping for this meal, you can put anything on a stick to eat, and everyone gets their own, so it’s … Continue reading Grilled Balsamic Rosemary Steak, Bacon, Potato & Mushroom Kebob

Mini Whoopie Pies

    Summer is winding down, and I'm trying to absorb every little goodness that goes with it before old man winter starts knocking! I was fortunate enough to share my love for cooking in a local publication StreetScape Magazine. Admittedly I was a bit nervous because I'm no professional chef! But, most great cooks … Continue reading Mini Whoopie Pies

Hey…..I Saw You In a Magazine

Hello everyone and happy summer! Have y'all been as busy as I have thus far? And where did it go? School will be starting for some of the schools here in a few days. As I said, we've been busy with various things, graduations, a bit of travel, house guests, dinner gatherings under the Willow … Continue reading Hey…..I Saw You In a Magazine

Home…It Really Is About the Heart

Hello, and I should say to myself, welcome back! Life has been crazy busy lately and unfortunately my blogging has been neglected! I have a dream that eventually this will become my full time job, however there are those people out in the world that like it very much when the bills are paid, so … Continue reading Home…It Really Is About the Heart

Fine China and Fond Memories

I was cleaning out the closet in the laundry room the other day, you know the dreaded closet that is the catch-all for items you just want to put somewhere. Anyway, I looked to the top of the closet and there they were--neatly stacked boxes that held my fine china. Yes, my fine china was … Continue reading Fine China and Fond Memories

“Steaking” a Claim for Warmer Weather

I love everything spring. For me, the first hints of spring are a happy reminder the fun will soon begin with friends, great food and lots of laughter under the "Willow Tree." February was cruel in St. Louis. Snowy, icy and cold. As March approached and I looked at the 10 day forecast it showed one … Continue reading “Steaking” a Claim for Warmer Weather

For the Love of Sweets and Oh Yeah, Valentines Day

Who doesn't love a little sweet treat? I have to admit, I'm not a huge fan of sweets, but I like to have a little bite now and then. However, I do enjoy making sweet treats, so when my friend Bridgette asked me to help her by doing some baking, I was more than happy to … Continue reading For the Love of Sweets and Oh Yeah, Valentines Day