Good morning! How was your week? Do you have some exciting plans for the weekend? I am headed to Chicago for a little family time, a little shopping, a walk or two on the Prairie Path and of course a burger from my favorite place, Portillo’s. I cannot wait! This week I have been dreaming of…
Good morning! I am taking a poll this morning, is there anyone out there who is sick of winter? Me too. After another 8 inches yesterday, terrible traffic and more record cold temperatures I feel as if I am in the land of perpetual winter. When is it ever going to end? I know I…
Good morning and Happy Valentine’s Day! I hope this morning finds you warm, cozy and with electricity. It has been said but I will say it again, this is one strange winter, and I cannot wait until it is over. This week my Friday Favorites are all about friendship, love and of course Valentines day….
A French onion grilled cheese sandwich is the best thing since sliced bread. It’s everything you love about French onion soup in a sandwich. Â French Onion Grilled Cheese Sandwich When old man winter arrives I am all about warm and tasty comfort food and often times that is a steamy bowl of soup….
Good morning! I hope that your week was fabulous. Mine was a little crazy, no make that a lot crazy so this week all of my favorites about about soothing the soul and finding a little comfort. Peanutbutter Pup Candy from Gearhearts Chocolate is always a great place to start to when you are feeling…
Good morning! As a diversion today from all of the snow and cold I thought I would share a few of my favorite photos of the Eiffel Tower or La Tour Eiffel as the French refer to her, from my last trip to Paris. Here are a few “fun facts” about the Eiffel Tower: *…
Soup is not only easy to make but a comforting meal on cold days. After all it is the perfect comfort food. One of our family favorites is Broccoli Cheddar Soup. It is warm, creamy, cheesy and delicious, what more could you ask for in a soup? How to Make Broccoli Cheddar Soup To make this…
Good morning! I am sure that after the crazy weather this week all of us could use a few days of rest, relaxation and a minute to regroup. I know that I will be doing just that as we are in for another weekend of snow and cold. To say that I LOVE Paris would…
15 Super Bowl dips, snacks and sweet treats to enjoy during the big game. Make and enjoy these snacks with a crowd or by yourself. Chocolate Brownie Cookies from Once Upon A Chocolate Life Today I still have food on my mind because I am trying to find something to make for the Superbowl. I am…
Skating pond from my youth Good morning! A happy, happy Friday to you. I am sure that I am not alone when I say the the cold and the snow has completely worn me out. I am weary of the cold, and dressing like a sled dog musher (I will spare you a photo of…
Hello! Happy frigid, as in -25 below with the windchill, freezing Thursday. This sort of weather makes me crazy because it is so cold you: a. Do not want to leave the house. b. Feel as if you will never be warm again. c. Want to eat everything, especially warm comfort food like soup, macaroni…
