Fearless Friday, Watercolor Amaryllis
DD and CC gave me this watercolor set for Christmas Even though I’ve got tons of art supplies, it’s always exciting to get something new! It has 50 different colors, comes with several types of brushes, and has a place to mix colors right in the lid It’s travel size, about 8″ x 5″ x … Continue reading
Throwback Thursday, Satisfying Lighter Sides
I have been hibernating lately, I’m not a fan of January cold weather! One thing I’ve been doing is looking back through old posts and I found some recipes in the archives that you might want to consider for your lightened up January menus When the weather is cold, we all crave comfort food, but … Continue reading
Take-out Tuesday, Slow Cooker Tortellini 3 Ways
This recipe is perfect for these cold winter nights, the slow cooker does all the work and you can enjoy this 3 different ways! Depending on the amount of tortellini you add, this can be a hearty soup, stew or a dish like baked pasta Using bottled marinara sauce makes this recipe a breeze to … Continue reading
Home Decor, Winter Vignettes
I have been putting Christmas away this week and transitioning to winter I like to do it slowly and often leave a little Christmas around This Winter Wonderland Tray still hints at Christmas with the red reindeer and berries I like to brighten dreary January with white lights and Winter Sparkle I bring my snowmen out … Continue reading
Fearless Friday, A Simple Design can have a Big Impact
A few simple lines and shapes can be combined to build an interesting pattern and anyone can do this! The secret is repetition Let’s try this “S” border design I saw on the cover of a notebook Start with 1 backward S, then add another S with the large curves touching at the bottom Add … Continue reading
Throwback Thursday, Dessert Bites
I know that many people like to eat lighter in January after a month of December celebrations, parties and gatherings BUT you don’t have to give up desserts, it’s all about the size! These recipes will satisfy your sweet tooth without leaving you feeling guilty! Peanut Butter Mousse Minis taste like a combination of ice cream … Continue reading
Take-out Tuesday, Lighten Up with Lettuce Wraps
This a quick version of Asian lettuce wraps that are full of fresh vegetables and perfect for a lighter meal Place the chicken on a plate and drizzle it with soy sauce and a dash of sesame oil Set it aside and let it marinate while you prepare the vegetables Cucumber, baby carrots, snow peas, … Continue reading
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