Wow, I actually took a break from blogging. I guess I do like being around family. Ha ha ha.Well seeing that I have been away for a while, it has been hard to get to blogging knowing there are alot of pictures of fun events and eats. Where to start? Even though I was away for 2 weeks visiting family and very busy, I still enjoyed some cooking and hanging out with friends and family.One of the … [Read more...]
Chocolate Chip Candy Cane Cookies {Gluten-free}
It is officially cold and snowy and wintery.Did I say I was excited for winter and snow?I think I did. And I regret it.Everytime I step outside, even if I am all bundled up, I still feel the cold wind.I do not exactly dislike Michigan it is that I thought I was mentally prepared for it. Ha!I looked at the weather in Texas and realized it is a balmy 75 degrees. Such a change from the 19 … [Read more...]
Double Chocolate Cherry Walnut Cookies {Gluten-free} and Cookbook Winner
Happy Friday! Some of you already have a lot of your Thanksgiving planning done. I got busy last night and brainstormed on ideas and finally headed out to the store before the mayhem begins early at 7:30am this morning! I beat the crowds and I hope I did not forget anything.I am so excited to see nearly 250 comments on the So Delicious Coupon Giveaway. I cannot express to you how much I like this … [Read more...]
Lemonjello’s and Oatmeal Raisin Walnut Cookies
I finally get to talk about one of my favorite coffee shops in Western Michigan! Lemonjello's is located in the heart of downtown Holland, Michigan and is right across from Hope College. Even though I do not live in Holland, this isa place I find myself all the time. It is the perfect environment for friends and family to meet over coffee and yummy … [Read more...]
Maple Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies
I have not posted a dessert recently but I thought I would go with something that was healthy but that did not lack in flavor or taste.When I saw this recipe on one my favorite blogs, I knew it was time for me to make another gluten-free cookie. When Ryan asks me like he is feeling like a cookie, I tell him I am making something new and not his regular recipe. I was not in the mood to do any … [Read more...]