Reluctant Entertainer

When You Run Low on Dessert: Dole Baked Bananas!

This night, when my son was home from college, we had a full-course meal. But one thing I didn’t think about as we were sitting around, chatting about Martin...

Beans

Paul’s Bush’s Spanish White Beans & Swiss Chard: A Men’s Dinner Club Dish

If you happened to read this post, we participated in an evening with earthy Spanish fare, with the men cooking the entire meal. And I’m telling you “all” of...

Dole Pineapple Juice: The Sweetness of Sisters and Pears!

If you’ve ever canned fruit, you know that it’s a big job. It’s no easy task and it takes a lot of time. My sister came over in October...

Recipes

The Festivities Continue: Easy Crostini Options!

I hope everyone has had a wonderful holiday season! I feel so blessed to have my son home from college, and to have spent some amazing times with friends...

Decorating

Classy Memory Plates: Heirlooms and Stencils

When my mother passed away, I inherited a large box of some of her Christmas decorations. After a few years of lugging this box in out and out of...

Hospitality

Traditions: When is it Time to Change?

I’ve been reading articles and stories about how other women minimize the stress of the holidays. Even television shows hit on this, sharing simple timesaving tips and ideas. Wrapped...

Latest Recipes

When You Run Low on Dessert: Dole Baked Bananas!

Paul’s Bush’s Spanish White Beans & Swiss Chard: A Men’s Dinner Club Dish

Dole Pineapple Juice: The Sweetness of Sisters and Pears!

The Festivities Continue: Easy Crostini Options!

Classy Memory Plates: Heirlooms and Stencils

Traditions: When is it Time to Change?

Don't miss a thing!