The Chocolate Crinkle is a cookie as traditional as can be.  Just google it and you will find hundreds of recipes.  And, after pouring through dozens and dozens of cookie recipes to decide upon this week’s Christmas Cookie Countdown choice, … Continue reading →

This photograph was taken while on an evening walk with my friend tonight.  Beautiful sunsets are a frequent occurrence when you live at the edge of the Pacific.  Each and every one of them still take my breath away.  Tonight’s … Continue reading →

Aaahhh, the feeling of coming home.  As wonderful as it is to travel, there is nothing quite like that feeling of familiarity – the comforts we create for ourselves – our own bed and shower, moving about in a space that we … Continue reading →

One of my dreams for Jael was that she would follow in the footsteps of all the cooks and bakers that came before her on both sides of her family tree.  Whatever the gene that ignites the passion for all … Continue reading →

Some of my most cherished memories – as far back as I can remember – are of celebrating Halloween.  As children – my brothers, sisters, and I, begged our treats in costumes most often handmade by my mom.  Sometimes they … Continue reading →