Monthly Archives: September 2008

Here’s an example of my 7 year old granddaughter Emma’s art work.  She sent me four pages of drawings, which when the pages were flipped, animated her BFF Sponge Bob.  My very talented brother, Andy, computerized the images for your … Continue reading →

We’re making Lady Ashburnham relish and pickled beets today. Andrea’s grandmother, Little Nanny taught me how to make pickles and relish.  Andrea and I use the same recipe but I add one chopped red pepper. As it is my Dad’s favourite relish I’m making … Continue reading →

I can not imagine being bored.  The days fly by so quickly, before I know it another week is gone.  Often on a Saturday, we have a pot luck supper with two other couples.  This allows us to try recipes and make … Continue reading →

Twelve years ago on a cold February night, my son John found a small kitten shivering alone in an alley way.  He snuggled this little bundle of fur inside his jacket and brought her into our home and our hearts.  Porsche … Continue reading →

Through this blog I’ll share some of my favourite recipes. My  Nanny Verner and my godmother, Nene, taught me how to cook.  Nanny had sixteen children (including one she adopted shortly before my birth).  She taught me how to make a … Continue reading →

We have a “vintage” 1972 trailer parked on our retirement property.  As it sits on the edge of 3.5 acres of pasture land surrounded by a mountain of trees, it is an enticing spot for critters……….especially field mouse.  I read … Continue reading →