Truffling With Your Affections

Today was the farewell for Mrs. V. The astute reader may remember there was a farewell last fall but only Mr. V. left us for TX at that time. Now their house has finally sold and they will be reunited (*yay!*) but we are sad to see them leave (*boo!*). Once again [...]

Changing Things Up

You may have noticed the blog looks a little different. There may be more changes coming as I’m still not entirely happy with it, so I hope you’ll bear with me and I’ll try not to make the ride too bumpy!

I hope, if it is your tradition, you had a lovely Easter with friends [...]

A Little Green

Ha! After coming across all snooty about pudding mix and Cool Whip desserts, I’m back with pudding mix, Cool Whip, *and* cake mix!

I’ve never been fond of the traditional St. Patrick’s corned beef and cabbage, green-dyed foods, or the drunken rowdiness that is typically associated with the celebrations. It’s also my [...]

Gifts From Grandmother

My Grandmother died a few years ago and sometimes I miss her terribly. She and Grandpap made an interesting team, frequently bickering, rolling their eyes at each other, and giving each other little kisses. Grandmother would putter in the kitchen and liked to try new things. She would send me a [...]

HHDD#18: Hay, Hay, It’s Coconut Chocolate Tarts!

I know, I have been under a rock for the last couple of weeks, but, man, I almost missed Hay, Hay It’s Donna Day too. Fortunately, although I missed seeing this until Friday night, the recipe was super simple and fast so I managed to make mine. I just wish I would [...]