I decided to share my post for cocido de cordero before the coming week. The countdown to the birth of our Savior has begun and with the excitement of Christmas just around the corner I decided to share an entire week filled with giveaways to all of my readers! I also just set up a fan page for facebook which I plan to use specifically for discussion and dialogue. A place to discuss topics such as traditional recipes, cultural differences, homemaking, homeschooling, the balance ... continue reading...
Happy Thanksgiving!
I wanted to send everyone a Happy Thanksgiving, even to those not celebrating with us in the States! Thanksgiving is definitely a time to gather with family and thank God for all that he is doing in our lives.One of my life verses I'd love to share... Philippians 4:6-7Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds ... continue reading...
Monday’s with Mami – Almejas Con Arroz
This is my Abuela Rora and Tita Carlota. Two of my great aunts in Spain.They are my inspiration! We usually speak every other week or so. Conversation centers on my boys, sisters, family and food!In a loud, concerned, almost piercing voice, my tita's usually ask, "Y LOS NINOS? ESTAN COMIENDO?? TENEIS QUE ALIMENTAR!!! AY MIS NINOS... AY MIS NINOS... PORQUE TENEIS QUE ESTAR TAN LEJOS?! (and the boys? are they eating? oh my boys... oh my boys... why ... continue reading...
Homemade Compost – Save your fall leaves
Last week, my pops, Nehe, and I, unloaded my compost bin and refilled it with fallen leaves. It was perfect weather outside and we certainly took advantage of it. Last year my dad built me my first compost bin. He filled it himself with all of the leaves that had fallen in his backyard. He filled the entire bin to the brim! After the winter, you could noticeably see that the leaves had compacted. I started saving all of my veggie scraps and chicken droppings to add to the compost bin, ... continue reading...
Guest Post: Rebecca Subbiah from Chow and Chatter, Nantes Market
I was so excited when Rebecca from Chow and Chatter asked me to guest post on her blog. Of course I said yes with the only condition that she guest posts on mine :) Many of my readers know Rebecca and her blog. She's British, a registered dietician, wife, mother, freelance writer and friend. She has a kind heart and a love for all things cuisine! Her love for cuisine, health and diversity is apparent by the many dishes she creates and the bloggers she features. I ... continue reading...
