This Sunday Supper was a delightful choice for a late summer meal! Everything came together quickly and was given two thumbs up by the crew. I love the flavors in both the main dish and the dessert and I will absolutely make them again! Lemon Fusilli with Arugula Barefoot Contessa At Home 1 tablespoon good… Read More
There is just a small group of kids that move from our elementary school to our middle school. That alone was a hard adjustment for John entering 6th grade. With Whit starting middle school virtually, I dreamed for weeks about a way to help the small group of kids that were in his shoes find… Read More
After a little break, I’m back with another Empress cocktail for Friday happy hour. This one is beautiful, simple and refreshing. Empress & Elderflower This spring-inspired take on our signature serve is delightfully refreshing with its subtle floral notes and bright citrus garnish. INGREDIENTS 2 oz Empress 1908 Gin 3 oz Elderflower Tonic Water Grapefruit… Read More
UPDATED MARCH 2022 It’s hard to believe, but it’s been FOUR whole years since I did an updated tour on our den. No lived in room is every truly complete, and I’ve tweaked things here and there over the years. If you’re anything like me, you realize things like this as the days go by…… Read More
It’s international dog day and we are loving on our Elsa Belle with extra snuggles, a car ride, belly scratches and some homemade treats! I never dreamed my only daughter would be covered in fur and walk on for legs, but I wouldn’t change a thing. Here are my favorite art pieces of our top… Read More
I’m sure I’ve shared this previously, but Mother was a lifelong educator. She taught elementary school when we were little and then attended night school for three more degrees before eventually retiring as deputy superintendent of the public school system. I grew up spending dinners listening to debriefs on her days at school, afternoons waiting… Read More
UPDATED FEBRUARY 2022 Beaches & Cream Soda Shop is a delightful little restaurant tucked away at the Beach Club Resort on Disney’s BoardWalk. When you step inside, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to the Atlantic seashore. You will love the darling Disney-inspired art, pastel candy colored booths and chairs, and listening to oldies on… Read More