Tablescapes, Birds of Paradise
Hurricane Barry chased me off the coast for a week or so, our area didn’t experience any effects except rain, but sincere prayers go out to everyone impacted by the terrible flooding and destruction that occurred and is still occurring… One of the first things I like to do when … Continue reading
Take-out Tuesday, Roasted Shallot and Everything Seasoning Dip
If you like Everything Bagel seasoning, and are a fan of onion dip, I hope you’ll try this twist on onion dip made with roasted shallots 😋 This recipe is from Pattie @ Olla-Podrida The base is fresh shallots Shallots are similar to onions, but with a slightly milder flavor and a hint of garlic … Continue reading
Recipe Box, Summer BLT Nachos & Patriotic Cookie Bars
In the spirit of our patriotic summer month, July, let’s nibble on some red, white, and blue treats! The littles thought the red white and blue icies were very fun, but it was the red white and blue nachos that made the adults smile Actually, they are BLT nachos, blue corn tortilla chips drizzled with … Continue reading
Fearless Friday, Ocean Creatures
I’m concentrating on watercolor this month, trying to keep up with the daily prompts The World Watercolor Month prompt for July 10 was Ocean Creatures I took my inspiration from this book my daughter gave me, Living Coastal, flipping through the pages and drawing what caught my eye with simple … Continue reading
Creations, Christmas in July Life’s A Beach Tree
While putting away 4th of July things, I decided to redecorate my little tree At first I thought I would turn it into a mermaid tree, but as I started looking around, I got a different idea For a little Christmas in July I decorated … Continue reading
Recipe Box, Fresh Strawberry White Chocolate Coffeecake
One day last week I wanted to make a breakfast treat for the littles, and did a quick search on Pinterest and found French Strawberry Cake from Foodtastic Mom This delightful cake can be made quickly with things from your pantry and fridge, plus a pint of fresh strawberries The sugar topping gives it a … Continue reading
Take-out Tuesday, Bbq Pork & Pineapple Pastry Puffs
We have pulled pork frequently at my house, and it’s especially great for a crowd HHjr puts a BBQ rub on a pork butt and then cooks it low and slow all day until it’s so tender he can “pull” it into shreds easily with 2 forks. You can get the printable recipe for pulled … Continue reading
Tablescapes, From Stars & Stripes to Crabs & Starfish!
I hope you all are having a wonderful July! My family celebrated our country’s birthday dining on our traditional favorites, BBQ ribs, corn on the cob, and Summer Squash casserole We had 4th of July Cheesecake Pie And watched fireworks light up the sky over the Gulf … Continue reading
Fearless Friday, “Sea Oats”
I am participating in the 31 day challenge for World Watercolor Month in July, but I am still painting with other mediums too You can see my most recent daily watercolors on the right sidebar and on Instagram here One of my art goals this summer is to learn more … Continue reading
Holidays, Happy Birthday America!
🇺🇸 From sea to shining sea and wherever you will be Be sure to celebrate this day In a safe and festive way! 🎉 🇺🇸🎉🇺🇸🎉🇺🇸
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