Monthly Archives: July 2009

Rough and ready

  Many decorating decisions are based on color. For me, decorating is all about texture. And it just so happens that my love of rough, rustic textures commonly colors my home with neutrals and natural schemes. I like it rough. What is it about … Continue reading

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Knee-bucklin’ good summer dessert

  Farmgirl’s Blueberry Buckle In large bowl, combine: 3/4 cup sugar 1 large egg 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature In separate bowl, combine: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. … Continue reading

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Nothin’ but blue skies …

  Some days, the storms of life seem to follow us around. The day can feel oppressive and turbulent.  And then … waaaayyyy up ahead, a patch of blue sky breaks through the storm. So we plod on until …     … the … Continue reading

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