Toddler bagpiper costume
I didn’t really have time this year to hunt down a cute AND affordable Halloween costume for Mr. Boy, so I decided to make one myself. I had actually thought of making him a play bagpiper … Read More
Living
Budget chandelier makeover
Last week I spruced up some ugly recessed lighting fixtures, and today I finally tackled my bland dining room chandelier. The dining room light was one of the many things I hoped to replace soon after … Read More
An easy makeover for ugly 1960’s recessed lighting
Our house was built in the early 1960’s, and it has a serious identity crisis. In some ways it looks very traditional and could date back much further than when it was built. But then there … Read More
Dark Chocolate Dump Cake with Fudge Frosting
What’s the Story? I never knew my great grandma Meyers, who died shortly before I was born. But to this day my mom loves to share her memories of visiting the farm and the wonderful food … Read More
Remembering 9/11
My family visited the World Trade Center for the first time in 1999. I remember being fascinated by all the different languages I heard being spoken by fellow tourists as we made our way up the … Read More
Sausage and Potatoes Stephen
What’s the Story Cooler fall weather makes me want to bake things. This hearty recipe is fabulous for cold days, and I love that the colors of the ingredients remind me of autumn. My mom developed … Read More