Keeping it real & finding balance in everyday life
This is an updated version of an article I wrote three years ago for a our local quarterly (zone 6b) Master Gardener Newsletter. Garden centers will soon be filling up with Chrysanthemums. They come in pinks, reds, rusts, deep plums, pure white or white blends, garnets, purples and, of course, yellows. They are absolutely beautiful… Continue reading All About Mums
A friend of mine brought this delicious dip to a meeting one evening, and served it warm with "tortilla chips with a hint of lime". Yummy! I don't usually care much for any thing that has "Buffalo" in the name, but this stuff was addictive! It wasn't nearly as hot and spicy as I had… Continue reading Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip
These oatmeal muffins are super easy to make from scratch, with ingredients you probably already have in the pantry. It's always nice not having to buy anything special. They are quick enough to bake for breakfast. Or maybe bake a batch to enjoy with friends over coffee. Serve warm with a little butter...oh, yum! My… Continue reading Easy Oatmeal Muffins
We had a nice little break in the weather last week, but it's now back up in low 90's with high humidity. The combination has been oppressive for me, so I have spent very little time outside. The heat has taken a toll on most of the container plants, too. We're 3 1/2 months in on… Continue reading Container Garden Week 14 Update
I'm sure you've heard the jokes about the "ring n' dash" mode of disposing of excess zucchini? Bag up a bunch of humongous zucchini, deliver to an unsuspecting neighbor's porch, ring the door bell and run...fast! I'm thankful we haven't had to resort to that. Our container garden has been doing well this year, without us… Continue reading Chocolate Zucchini Cake with a Cake Mix
