todays picnic

So today, my 4 year old decided he wanted to go for a picnic! He must of heard it at school or maybe on the TV, I am really not sure? All he knew was, he needed a blanket and lot of different foods(his words!) So I suggested that we have it conveniently on the screen porch. I had him set up the blankets (yes..he insisted on multiple, one was not enough) while I whipped up some pan fried peanut butter and jelly sandwiches inside! Yummm! I found the recipe in my Dean Brothers cookbook and had to make them.

take 2 Tbls of sugar and 1-1/2 Tbls of cinnamon, mix together in a small bowl.

Make the peanut butter and jelly sandwiches as usual but butter the outside of the bread like you would for a grilled cheese sandwich.

Sprinkle the buttered sides with the sugar and cinnamon mixture.

Fry on a skillet until golden brown. Enjoy!

Mother's Day

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Mother's day has come again, a day where many Mother's are shown love and appreciation from all the loved ones in their life. But I think it is also a day for mother's, to slow down and reflect on how lucky and blessed they are to have such an important role in someones life.

Farmers Market Baskets

These bone china farmers market baskets from "Jayson Home and Garden" are the most stylish summer accessory for any home! They somehow bring to mind, breezy summer days picking fresh berries along side a secluded country road.

I think they add character and a little whimsy to any kitchen, whether your style is modern, traditional, or maybe even a little country!

go to jaysonhomeandgarden.com

images from jayson home and garden

enjoy the weekend!

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in the mood for some entertaining....

So I feel in the mood to entertain. Martha shows this codfish cooked in herbs, wine, and lemon which is complimented by potatoes drizzled with malt vinegar- a lighter variation on the British tradition of fish and chips. Anybody up for fish? go to marthastewart.com for this recipe, or browse through the many others that look just as appealing!

Cinco de Mayo

and here are some pieces available for your own home....
Lillesand bed frame $249.00 from ikea.comMexican Otomi bedspreads $325.00 from laviva-home.com

Red Linnarp bookcase $249.00 from ikea.com (you can add the glass doors for an add. $100)

European chair $599.00 from wisteria.com

vintage floral pillow cover $29.00-$39.00 from potterybarn.com

Handcarved vintage column lamp $299.00 from wisteria.com

Spanish inspired ceramic tapas dish ware (comes in blue or green) $39.00 from wisteria.com

I would suggest hanging the plates on the wall for a little charm!

Happy Cinco de Mayo!!!

for today