My friend Sheila made these carrot cake cupcakes for my birthday a few years ago and several people commented on how it was the best carrot cake ever. I would have to agree. She graciously shared the recipe with several of us which originated from an old church fundraiser type cookbook with tried and true recipes like your grandma used to … [Read more...]
Sibling Love
I love the innocence and the genuine display of admiration in this photo. It depicts a moment of sibling love. Siblings seem to forget about these early moments as they get older and younger siblings often become annoyances. It's times like these that make mother's everywhere smile. My friend JJ shared this photo of her daughter … [Read more...]
Motherhood
Motherhood is a simple joy. This post is a little longer than normal, but I wanted to share part of an essay I wrote two years ago for a magazine contest. It didn't get chosen so I'm recycling it and sharing it with you all. The question was, "When did you realize what the word love means?" I've said three little words numerous times … [Read more...]
Spring Projects
I've been compiling my list of Spring projects. These are two ideas I found on pinterest that I would like to accomplish this Spring. I thought I'd share them in case one of them sparks your interest as well. Chances are you may even complete them before I do. However, I'll be sure to post photos when I get around to actually doing … [Read more...]
Strawberry Stuffed French Toast
Hi! I’m Chelsea from Whatcha Makin’ Now? and I’m so happy that Dawn asked me to guest post for her. I mainly post dessert recipes that are quick, easy, and could be made in an evening after work or fast on a weekend. I do try to mix in real meals from time to time too; we can’t always just eat dessert. It's almost Mother's Day so I thought I … [Read more...]
Seaside Smiles
These are a few snapshots I took with my IPhone of things that make me smile in Seaside, Florida. It's a charming small town and I have other photos I'll share, but my battery is running low on my laptop. I realized early on that I didn't bring the right charger. Photo 1- The sign "Paradise … [Read more...]
Simple Joys
I am currently residing in Seaside, Florida for a getaway weekend with my husband. The beach is one of my favorite places on earth. It's a simple joy to walk the beach and listen to the sound of the ocean. It's very peaceful to me. This is the view from our quaint little balcony where I sit typing this and enjoying my … [Read more...]
Cloth Napkins and Tea Towels
Do you like my new cloth napkins? I purchased them at Cost Plus World Market. I've never owned cloth napkins, but for some reason I'd been thinking about buying them. Maybe it's from watching a lot of Downton Abbey lately. I don't entertain a ton, but I love the idea of it and collecting all of the fun stuff that one … [Read more...]
Recipes for Cinco de Mayo
I love the flavor of coconut and I also enjoy margaritas. I silently oohed and ahhed to myself when I came across this recipe my friend shared on facebook for coconut lemongrass margaritas. They are made with coconut tequila. I had no idea there was such a thing. You can read all about how to make them on Shanna's blog pineapple and … [Read more...]
Lousy Apologies
photo via Apologies and forgiveness can be really difficult sometimes. It's much easier to hold a grudge or be mad at someone. However, bitterness eats away at me and leaves me with a heavy heart. I'm having a hard time practicing forgiveness right now. This apology letter I came across which was obviously written by a young boy makes me … [Read more...]