Spring planting season has arrived. Our one tomato has been in place for a couple of weeks, surrounded by a beheaded milk jug to protect it from the fierce prairie wind. Bytes and I rearranged the raised 2×4 foot planting beds that are about waist high. One will hold peppers and another lettuce and carrots. […]
Orzo Pasta Salad with Tomatoes and Variations
Chilled Orzo and Tomato Pasta Salad is a great way to keep cool on a hot day. This delicious side dish tastes even better after the flavors have melded, so make it a day or two in advance for your next picnic or family get-together. So I read while looking for new pasta salads to […]
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Things are opening up a bit in our county — enough that we feel comfortable running errands in person. Going to the store for groceries instead of always ordering online. Buying flowers at the pop up nursery in the mall parking lot. The farmer’s market. All the little things that used to happen regularly each […]
Grilled Chicken with Lime Marinade
A simple lime marinade makes this a quick and versatile grilled chicken recipe that consistently delivers. To save time, you can double or triple this marinade recipe and keep it in a tightly closed jar in the refrigerator. Use it for quick lunches or dinners throughout the week. Do NOT reuse marinade, however. Once it […]
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I saw my sisters yesterday!! It has been almost sixteen months. So wonderful to be outdoors in the sunshine at a quiet park and just talk. Of course, we had a table full of fruit and chicken and cupcakes (to celebrate all the birthdays we missed). And chips of course — what’s a picnic without […]
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Really chilly weather — even down below freezing a couple of nights. Everyone is anxious to get outside in the garden. One of the grocery stores had seedlings of herbs, and other chilly weather tolerant plants. People were swarming around the displays — looked like a human anthill. I dived right in and came home […]
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!