A classic spinach, bacon combination with a wonderful new lemony twist for the dressing. A winner! Donna brought this to a ladies lunch and was generous enough to share the recipe Spinach needs cool weather to grow so it is most available fresh from September through November and again in the spring from March through […]
Hot Fudge Sundae Cake
Apple Valley Sue sent this recipe saying “This Hot Fudge Cake is the best recipe. You can make it in 10 minutes. Put it in the oven right just before you are ready to serve the meal and you have a hot, delicious dessert.” I did and it was! Thank you for sharing! Being curious […]
25 ways to wear a scarf
Scarves are a great fashion statement — and a necessity for those of us who live in cold weather areas. Here are 25 different ways to tie a scarf to fulfill both fashion and necessity! Wendy from Wendyslookbook shows an amazingly entertaining and easy to follow presentation in a short amount of time. More detail? […]
How to ride a Segway
What better birthday gift for Wheels than more wheels?! This time they were only rented, but what an awesome morning! We drove the fifteen miles to Downtown Columbus and met our tour guide, Dave. He outfitted us with helmets wired with speakers and marched us outside He unleashed his Segway from the outlet where it […]
Blushing Peach Pie
“Peach pie is my favorite.” Wheels didn’t tell me that until we had been married for at least eight years. Apparently, Wheels believes new information keeps marriage fresh because he springs this kind of stuff on me every once in a while. Come to find out his mom and sisters made wonderful peach pie that […]
How to Steam Corn in Your Microwave
A while back I was picking out a few roasting ears from the giant grocery bin. The woman next to me was furiously shucking her corn and loudly complaining because the store hadn’t provided a trash can for her husks. I picked up the pile of silk and green discards she threw in front of […]






Welcome! I’m Charlene. I love to share quick and easy recipes, whatever I’ve learned in our last DIY project – anything that helps make life easier, better and more fun!! I hope you will find inspiration and add a pinch of joy to your day!