One of my coworkers soon became a very dear friend. She is Jain, which means she respects even the smallest lifeforms, like an ant. She is such a fascinating lady and I learn so much from her. A while ago, her mother was visiting from Kenya around Diwali (the Indian festival of lights) and the […]
Fragrant Black Tea Foot Bath
The days seem to zip by in a blur. I forgot what it was like to enjoy the moment. So I took a few days off work to catch my breath. Daisy is a young lady now. So keeping her entertained is more of a challenge when she was little and a nice foot bath […]
Chocolate Chip Rickies
Chocolate Chip Rickies are named after the baker who inspired them. These chocolate chip cookies are fun to bake with the kids and quick to disappear! The master mind behind the secret formula that inspired my version is a lovely gentleman named Rick. I haven’t known Rick long, but he is a remarkably generous person. […]
Homemade English Muffins
Daisy: Please don’t tell me you gave away the English Muffins.Me: Why? Are they good?Daisy: Ya-AH. Me: Better than store-bought?Daisy: A million times better! Recently, in an effort to get athletic, I’ve been walking to a nearby bakery in the mornings for fresh bread. It’s like dangling a carrot in front of a horse. I’m motivated […]
Yummy Cocktails
The Cocktail Hour: Dragon’s Kiss
Dragon's Kiss Cocktail came about one Friday night when I stopped by the grocery store on my way home from work. Brain-dead and ready for the long weekend, my stomach was grumbling like a caged beast. What usually happens in situations like this one is that I push the shopping cart up and down every ...
Did you say Chocolate?!
Chocolate Chip Rickies
Chocolate Chip Rickies are named after the baker ...
Coffee Bean Cookies
Back in the 1970's, ladies would take turns ...
Brownie Cookies
I missed my nephew's birthday this year, but he's ...
