Beautiful snowy postcard scene outside the dining room window — calm and peaceful with heavy snow on the evergreens, birds flitting to and from the feeders, blue sky. Nate the Great and his mommy squeaked in ahead of the storm and will time their departure tomorrow before the next storm. I think that is why […]
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Wheels started cardiac rehab this week. He is doing very well since his new heart valve was put in place two weeks ago and that is a daily joy. The boo for the week – the disruption of the A Pinch of Joy website. While rehabbing and catching up on other parts of life that […]
Chicken, Mushrooms and Bacon in the crockpot
Chicken with mushrooms and bacon makes a tender, juicy and surprisingly flavorful chicken dinner. The chicken breasts are dredged in flour and browned in a skillet to keep them juicy on the inside. The mushrooms, and bacon are quickly sauted and added to the chicken in the crockpot where they simmer for only four hours. […]
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One day we are outside in sunshine making plans for this year’s garden. The next we are shivering in the sleet and wind crossing the parking lot with groceries. The next morning the sky is filled with hundreds — maybe thousands – who can count? – of honking white snow geese making their northern migration. […]
Blueberry Overnight Oatmeal Single Serving
This single serving of blueberry overnight oatmeal is delicious and a nutritional powerhouse. I like to use coconut, vanilla or blueberry yogurt instead of plain to give a little extra boost to the flavor. I use Light and Fit Greek yogurt, but any low carb brand can be used. I also use almond milk, but […]
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As mentioned last week, Wheels has a record of great Valentine gifts. This year’s gift cannot be topped! He had a new “heart part installed” – an artificial heart valve. Doctors started the procedure about 11:30 am last Tuesday and he was out of the hospital by 3 pm on Wednesday. He is doing very […]
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!