
Memories of Childhood Easters
I miss my parents most when holidays come around. Today, on Easter Sunday, I think back on the times I spent celebrating the season with my parents at our farm. It was a little slice of heaven where our family retreated from the hectic life at home. Daddy loved to...
What is a GrandMillennial? The History of a Salt Cellar
I spent my Saturday organizing - one of my favorite hobbies and dove into organizing my party closet. I am so glad I did because I sorted and organized my serving pieces and glassware finding things I forgot I had. I thought it might be a fun way to share with you...
Let’s Bake Nostalgia – Sock it to Me Cake! Free Virtual Baking Class
In the 1960s-70s, my mother's favorite cake to bake was the Sock it to Me cake. I honestly think she made it once a week. She served it to her girlfriends who came over for coffee and took it to church and ladies' meetings. I recently came across her handwritten...
Easy Flower Arranging – Let’s Make a Centerpiece for Under $25
I try to treat myself to flowers at least twice a month. Trader Joe's is my favorite place to shop because the prices are very reasonable, and the quality is high. I spent $25 on three bunches of flowers and then made two floral arrangements. There are three easy ways...
Vintage Inspired Lamb Cake with a Modern Twist
Growing up, I remember my Mother making a lamb cake in a Nordic Ware cake mold. To Daddy's delight, she covered it with seven-minute whipped frosting and a lovely coating of fluffy white coconut. She served it on top of her beautiful milk glass cake pedestal covered...