Tag Archives: Post by Shan
bourbon bacon pecan brownies
Savory and sweet, these are by far the manliest brownies I have ever made. A shot of bourbon, crunchy pecans and yes, bacon. I had to work up my courage to try them because I know that bacon in sweets … Continue reading
fruit salsa and cinnamon chips
My therapy lately has been books, particularly anything written by Shauna Niequest. First I read Cold Tangerines, followed by Bread and Wine, and now I am starting Bittersweet (which relates all too well to my life right now.) I loved … Continue reading
frosty rose lids
A small beauty of our hometown is the peonies that can be found on every corner at the beginning of every June. They mark the start of summer, a new season in full bloom, and they certainly are gorgeous. Delicate … Continue reading
{23 weeks} unspeakable love
“There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are messangers of overwheming grief… and unspeakable love.” -Washington Irving 23 weeks, and another ultrasound. … Continue reading
our little green thumbs
The girls have both taken such an interest in gardening this spring, and we are having fun with it. They have each potted little flowers, and slowly watched them grow and bloom in the sun. The funny thing is, Brandy … Continue reading