Posted by Kim

i have a shirt that i haven’t worn for a long time because it had an oil stain right on the front. for some reason, i seem to get these a lot. maybe i need to start cooking with an apron on?! here’s the stain: spread some dawn on it, let it sit and work … Continue reading

lemon blueberry bread

lemon blueberry bread

has it been a long time or what?  things are settling down after summer and i have quite a few things to post about, it’s a little daunting actually.  what got me to sit down and write a blog post? well, i’m watching julie and julia right now while the little boy sleeps and big … Continue reading

olympic spirit: the dessert (part 2)

olympic spirit: the dessert (part 2)

my sister really wanted to make torch cone-cakes “for the kids.” here’s how you do it: put the cones right side up in the cupcake tin (careful they are tippy – my brother-in-law wasn’t careful and dropped a few on the ground when we were carrying them out. we had to scrape off the frosting … Continue reading

olympic spirit: the dessert (part 1)

olympic spirit: the dessert (part 1)

we needed a cake for the olympic birthday party and found this super cute swimming pool cake that was just perfect!  its detailed but each piece is simple!  we are all about candy on our cakes in this family so there was little to think about when we saw the pin!  look how cute (my … Continue reading

olympic spirit: decorations

olympic spirit: decorations

for my sister’s birthday, we had an olympic party!  at first, the games were just for the kids but most of the adults joined in the competitions as well! this is the first of a few posts from the olympic party! the decorations we covered foam wreaths with crepe paper to make the olympic rings.  … Continue reading

oreo truffles

oreo truffles

get in my belly!  these oreo truffles are to.die.for.  i’m sure you’ve seen these on pinterest and i think almost every blog that gives dessert recipes has the same recipe!  so here it is: (who knows who invented it!) 1 package of oreos 8oz package of cream cheese melting chocolate (white or dark) mash the … Continue reading

gone fishin’

gone fishin’

i have been completely m.i.a.  our summer has been so busy…disneyland, beach, visitors, and now i’m teaching summer school.  i have so many pins i have tested that i need to type up, so hopefully i can get all these awesome ideas to you soon! the night before we drove to disneyland, i was scouring … Continue reading

creamy tomato soup

creamy tomato soup

i do not love tomatoes – but this soup is so good!  its creamy but doesn’t contain any milk. you feel healthy eating it and tastes so good. plus, its kid approved!  my daughter finished off her whole bowl and asked for more! it’s seriously amazing because she says she doesn’t like tomatoes. i served … Continue reading

roasted artichoke

roasted artichoke

i’m kicking myself right now. i really want to review this artichoke recipe i used but i cannot find the blog it belongs to! please, if you know the origin of this recipe, please tell me and i’ll link to it! look at this artichoke i made – yum! i normally just cook the artichoke … Continue reading