Busy week – but the lovely weather made it all doable and even enjoyable. We’ve caught up on the yard work — about where we planned to be in June. Got several projects pushed along another notch toward completion. That includes the pantry organization. I can’t really call it reorganization because it was never organized […]
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Love this time of year with flowers in full bloom and noting changes to make in the garden for next spring planting (NO big tomatoes, only cherry tomatoes for salad). It’s cool enough to be outdoors all day without fearing sunburn or heat stroke. Preparing the house for winter with a deep clean, decluttering and […]
BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Grilled cheese sandwiches show up on the lunch menu, not frequently but regularly, at our house. Barbecue chicken grilled sandwiches – a whole new level of lunch goodness! It is also a very versatile recipe, easily customized to your family’s taste. Make your own delicious barbecue pulled chicken by following the steps above. The sauce […]
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It’s fall. Not officially on the calendar, but tomato plants are being pulled from gardens along our walking path. Apples were harvested from the two mini orchards, new trees and shrubs were planted in the right of way, a couple of patios have new fire pits. At 3 o’clock the neighborhood is flooded with kids […]
Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars are perfect anytime of year, for any occasion. Like Wheel’s recent birthday. He now loves dessert — a fact that amazes me since he never did before. Take it or leave it and most times he would leave it. But a moderate sweet tooth has definitely made its appearance! I think […]
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Perfect weather this week and we’ve been taking advantage. A trip to the State Fair, tackling some outdoor projects, taking evening strolls along the suburban brook and admiring the spectacular sunsets. Wheels wanted a swing this summer but we can’t fit one on the deck and didn’t want to give up green space for a […]
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!