This sweet southern scratch-made Coconut Cake with Coconut Buttercream Frosting is moist, tender, melt-in-your-mouth perfection. Last summer, I caught an unexpected bug: the Cake Baking Bug! Specifically, a yen to bake up rich, decadent, double- and triple-layer Southern-style cakes. Traditional, old-fashioned, fancy-pants cakes with layers and frosting and everything. No boxes, no preservatives, no shortcuts. […]
My Guiding Quote & 21 Inspiring Quotes for the New Year
Have You Picked Your WORD for the New Year yet? Yeah – me neither. I’m doing things a little differently this year. For the past few years, it’s been trendy to choose a single Word to express and inspire all your hopes, dreams, directions, and aspirations in the coming year. Good, solid, meaningful Words like […]
Swiss Chews {Flourless Chocolate Crinkle Cookies}
Classic Chocolate Crinkle Cookies (or Swiss Chews as Mom always called them) are crispy on the outside, fudgy on the inside, and perfect for the holidays! All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt. ~ Charles Schultz Crispy on the outside, fudgy on the inside, Chocolate Crinkle Cookies are amazingly […]
Colonial Cream of Peanut Soup {with 21 Topping Ideas}
Cream of Peanut Soup, a mainstay at Colonial Williamsburg's King's Arms Tavern, is oddly scrumptious. We've updated the historical recipe with 21st Century tastes in mind, while retaining the rich, satisfying essence of … [Read More...]
The Best Board Games for Family Gatherings
Our top picks for the best board games for family gatherings, parties, reunions, and multi-generational groups. {Plus gift-giving advice for everyone on your list!} This post may contain affiliate links, but don't worry … [Read More...]
Photographing Mesa Arch at Sunrise: What You Need to Know
As it turned out, photographing Mesa Arch at sunrise was not only a shot of a lifetime, but a life-lesson as well. Full disclosure: Before we arrived on the scene, I had no idea that photographing Mesa Arch at sunrise was … [Read More...]
Eight Weird But Useful Kitchen Gadgets You May Not Know You Need
We've all got a few weird kitchen utensils in that one drawer, right? Thingamajigs that leave other people scratching their heads and asking, "What is this thing for, anyway?!? This post may contain affiliate links, but … [Read More...]
Bolognese Stuffed Eggplant Boats with Balsamic Glaze
Thick, meaty Bolognese sauce makes these Stuffed Eggplant Boats a hearty, satisfying meal – easy enough for a busy weeknight and fancy enough for company. This post may contain affiliate links, but don't worry - they won't … [Read More...]
How to Survive on the Delicate Arch Trail
The Delicate Arch Trail is challenging, and totally worth the effort! Go early, take your time, and bring twice as much water as you think you need. This post may contain affiliate links, but don't worry - they won't … [Read More...]
Bakin’ It Old School: Cafeteria Pizza Recipe
This Old School Cafeteria Pizza recipe captures the essence of all that was good in the school cafeterias of our youth. (Cafeteria ladies not included.) This fall marked a real Mama Milestone for me. After 28 … [Read More...]
7 Stunning Reasons to Visit Arches National Park
Mother Nature is a master sculptor and in no place is that more evident than at Arches National Park. ― Stefanie Payne, A Year in the National Parks: The Greatest American Road Trip When I first set eyes on Arches … [Read More...]
