Monthly Archives: May 2012

Snow Pea Salad with Shallot and Tarragon

You guys, it is getting hot here. This is no big surprise, but after a breezy week on the farm and several days spent in the cool of our north-facing apartment, I have been a little overwhelmed when I head … Continue reading

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A Little Garden Update

As I mentioned before, my miraculous plants were all still alive after our trip, and for this I thought they deserved a pat on the back and a front page picture! I just planted these herbs on Easter Sunday, mostly … Continue reading

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A Week in the Country

Our trip to the farm last week was so special, and I want to share a little bit of it with you, from wonderful meals to wide expanses of sky, from giant tractors to frogs hopping through the grass, from … Continue reading

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Back Home

Wow, last week was beautiful. Eric and I had such a wonderful time with family at the farm, and we also had a delightful rendezvous with my parents in St. Louis, culminating in the first time I’ve actually seen my … Continue reading

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Adventures in Baking Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread

I am on a mission this spring. I want to master the art of baking hearty whole wheat sandwich bread. I love fresh bread so much, and I know that if I can figure out to bake our favorite kind … Continue reading

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Redlands and the Great Ice Cream Quest

One of my favorite things about our getaway last weekend was that we took a slow and meandering path home. We strolled around a lake in the mountains, and we spent a lovely afternoon in the little town of Redlands. … Continue reading

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DIY Yarn Wrapped Bracelets

I made these bracelets last week, and I am in love with them. They are really easy, and they make great use of a few items of which I have a serious surplus. One of them is this pretty yarn. … Continue reading

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Quinoa Cherry Cookies

It is no secret that quinoa is one of my favorite foods. I would put it in just about anything, and this recipe is proof of that! I don’t bake cookies too often (my love for cakes and scones keeps … Continue reading

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Mod Squad

I have this cute patterned jacket that I found at a clothing swap, and I have discovered that it magically turns any look into an insta-60s ensemble. Not a bad piece to have in your closet! I love the wide … Continue reading

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Heading to the Farm!

I’m really excited to say that on Sunday Eric and I are heading home to his parents’ farm for the week! It is such a beautiful and special place to me: the place where my sweet husband toddled around in … Continue reading

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