May 2013
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garden

Happy May. It’s been looking like the quintessential Spring with white butterflies, baby colored buds and birds chirping well into the evening. I’m always amazed that these concepts don’t originate from a storybook, and that nature really is so fascinatingly beautiful. A week ago I finished my first crochet purse. It’s a tote bag made... Read More...
Chicken cutlets can still be dressed up even when you’re avoiding certain ingredients. Traditional breadcrumbs with wheat and gluten can be irritating/allergenic and luckily there are other alternatives to turn to. Almond meal used as “breading” on chicken really gives it a delicious taste. If you haven’t tried this meal yet, you’ll be pleasantly surprised!... Read More...

August Flowers

Rose of Sharon
{ Rose of Sharon & Blue Morning Glories }
Every year we grow blue morning glories which by the end of August are in full bloom looking something like this… This year we also tried a dwarf variety that we kept in bins. By growing ivy on a fence you can give your backyard an earthier and natural feel with zero maintenance required. Fresh... Read More...

Rain dance

Downpour
Today this is what I saw out my back door. This photo reminds me of the saying, when it rains, it pours. This past week has been pretty cloudy and full of thunderstorms. I kind of love it.  It hasn’t been the dreary/depressing rainy weather. I don’t think summer has those. Summer showers usually come... Read More...