Taking the ordinary to the extraordinary one small change at a time.
I love my Halloween Christmas ornaments. I used to host a Halloween party every year. The street I lived on was crazy for Halloween and I am not exaggerating when I say we received hundreds of trick-or-treaters every year. Because I lived in a studio apartment, I would host my one party of the year... Continue Reading →
So I broke my foot. I done broke my foot good. I broke it more than two weeks ago. I broke my foot and have learned soooo much. I have had profound epiphanies regarding my issues with co-dependence. I have had constructive and profound moments with family and friends. But for now, all I can... Continue Reading →
Ever since I made biscuit doughnuts at my sister’s home in Tennessee (well, and then again at my own home) I have been dying to deep fry again. Gotta strike while the obsession is hot right? So after making the doughnuts I had a whole lot of used canola oil that needed to be recycled.... Continue Reading →
Hey! Yeah, been a while. I have been busy completely overhauling my life. I have done it at least three times since October. Seriously, it is exhausting. But we can catch up later. For now, let's talk money. I have a feeling you will agree with me that there is one true constant in my... Continue Reading →
No crafty or foodie post today. I am in Georgetown dog sitting for my friends Craig and Jack. They are vacationing in Zanzibar. Yes, Zanzibar is a real place and not some mythical land like Xanadu. I went to Indianapolis a few weeks ago. Practically the same thing. Miss Maggie is the lovely lady I am watching. Maggie... Continue Reading →
I have often thought about where our traditions come from. Where do they start and how do they evolve? But do we really need to know everything? I don’t think so. I mean, a little mystery in life is good. I once asked my Mom where she thought the Easter Bunny came from. It was... Continue Reading →
Living A la Mode 