I was so out of my league! Sometimes we do things that, as Forrest Gump would say, “Just don’t make no sense.” And I am guilty of such an act, mostly because I ignored the numbers and severely overestimated my abilities. I have written about the fact that I performed in a community theater production […]
Start the New Year off on the Light Side with Sloane Taylor’s Easy Baked Chicken Breasts…
Every cook in this busy world needs a fast yet tasty dinner ready in minutes, not hours. Here is just the recipe you are looking for. You may want to increase the proportions for this mouthwatering dish since it freezes well. Photo by Vitchakorn Koonyosying on Unsplash Easy Baked Chicken Breasts Non-stick cooking spray […]
My Meandering #Authorlife…
Bet y’all are glad to put 2020 to bed, and start 2021 with clean sheets. Actually, we were lucky and blessed in a way as our lives weren’t so disrupted. True, we had to hunker down when everything (except certain stores) closed for a few months due to Covid-19, but our health, safety, and much […]
A Recipe and Read for the Holidays: Pizza Bread and Children’s Book ‘Blitzen Learns How to Fly’ by Tina Ruiz…
Nothing goes to waste in my kitchen. If I have leftover Italian or French bread it becomes the base for a dinner. And what a dinner it is – easy – quick – delicious. Can’t beat that if you’re on a busy schedule or tight budget. PIZZA BREAD ½ loaf Italian or French bread 1½ […]
Christmas Brunch Made Easy by Sloane Taylor…
After we entertain Christmas Eve, we tear through the house cleaning up before the kids and grands come for brunch Christmas Day. This meal is wonderful because so much can be prepared well in advance and stored in the fridge until it’s time to cook. Breakfast Soufflé Hash Browns Fresh Fruit Salad Mini Croissants Christmas […]
A Few of My Favorite Things for this Crazy Covid Christmas…
Given this unprecedented year (bet you’re getting tired of that word), 2020 has been an eye-opener for many people. In truth, I believe this year has brought families closer. Priorities changed, and I think for the better. Work has too. Many people now work from home, cutting travel time and saving the environment, as well […]