The family reunion is in the works. It was postponed last year — due to, of course, Covid. But we are on this year. The information letters went out and the RSVPs are coming in. People are eager to be together. So now what we will eat? Plans are being made. Isn’t that what family […]
Bacon and Three Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers
Bacon and Three Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers are a quick and easy appetizer for any occasion. A plate full of this colorful deliciousness turns the occasion into instant party! The hardest part of this easy dish is waiting five minutes for the cheese to turn golden underneath the broiler. Party in less than fifteen minutes!! […]
I love garage sales for all sorts of reasons. The beautiful grandfather clock that chimes the passing of the hours for which I stood in line for an hour and a half to buy for $85. The thrill of the hunt for something you didn’t even know you needed until you saw it and the […]
Busy Monday 471
We bought two big planters for the patio and I filled them with Million Bells (Calibrachoa)– a flower I’d not heard of until moving back to sunshine and prairie winds. They live up to their name with colorful bell shaped flowers that are hardy enough to take the wind, the heat which also quickly dries […]
Busy Monday
No, not abducted by aliens. Apologies, however, for not letting you all know in advance that Busy Monday was going on a break. I didn’t know either!!! Monday night we looked at the calendar with one appointment for the week. After fifteen months of lockdown with multiple standing appointments each week, we both had the […]
Easy Beef Enchiladas
These easy, versatile beef enchiladas are packed with flavor and sure to become a family favorite. This recipe takes about an hour to come together, as written. However. . you know we’re all about quick and easy at our house so here are some time savers: 1) Prepare double or triple batches of the enchilada […]
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!