“How far that little candle throws his beams! So shines a good deed in a weary world.” ― William Shakespeare Candles are warm and bright reminders of the goodness that surrounds us, even when things feel dark and cold. …
Homemade Laundry Detergent
A household item I use on a near-daily basis is laundry detergent. Even though I buy the detergent on sale and try to use a coupon or two I was surprised to find out my family spent $200.00 a year …
Kitchen Stories
“Mom, will you make the gravy?” The question came during a holiday gathering a few months ago at my daughter’s house, which included children, parents and two sets of grandparents, as well as my son-in-law’s parents, who were visiting from …
Baked & Bursting Butternut Squash
Toddlers and preschoolers are notoriously picky eaters. The First Foods Book is chock full of recipes for baby on up. This baked butternut squash is a dish the whole family will love. It’s bursting with yumminess, as well as the goodness …
Gingerbread Biscotti
Here in Washington State, nothing holds us together like good, strong coffee. It’s the love language most of my mom friends speak the loudest. You’re having a hard day? Here, let me drop off a white mocha for you! Let’s …