Father We Thank Thee By: Ralph Waldo Emerson For flowers that bloom about our feet,Father, we thank Thee.For tender grass so fresh, so sweet,Father, we thank Thee.For the song of bird and hum of bee,For all things fair we hear or see,Father in heaven, we thank Thee. For blue of stream and blue of sky,Father, we thank Thee.For pleasant shade …
The Vardo The biography of the gypsy cavalcade wagon, also known as a vardo, is deeply intertwined with the wayfaring culture of Romani society, they commenced from northern India and journeyed to Europe around the 10th century. The use of vardos became widespread among the Romani in the 19th century, serving as both a means of passage and a caravan …
How do I love thee? By Elizabeth Barrett Browning Let me count the ways I love thee to the depth and breadth and height My soul can reach, when feeling out of sight For the ends of being and ideal grace. I love thee to the level of every day’s Most quiet need, by sun and candlelight. I love thee …
Bleu’ Alchemy Cottage Vintage Traditionalist
Organic Sourdough Roadted Garlic Boule
This morning, I finished making Organic Sourdough Russian Rye Bread with Sugar Cane Molasses and Toasted Coriander. Using my leftover sourdough starter instead of giving it a toss being conscious of waste, made from @grandtetonfamily organic Einkorn berries fermented for seven days. This bread and its recipe from @vanessakimbell of @sourdoughschool has filled my entire home with the deep and …
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Bleu’ ~ Blue: A color that prophetically has celestial and heavenly power, blue symbolizes spiritual dominance and heaven-be-stowed rulership. It also signifies unimpeded growth, unlimited potential and indomitable opportunity. Blue signified God’s appearance, and also symbolizes the perpetuity of eternity’s government. Alchemy: A form of chemistry and speculative philosophy practiced in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance and concerned principally …
I decided to combine my love for baking/cooking with my love for painting 😊. I believe the weather played a bit of a role in today’s bake as my Macarons were not as puffy or feeted. It was storming here all day today with tornado watching 🌪⛈️🌬🌞🌈. Macarons With Strawberry (from my garden) White Chocolate Ganache If you get the …
Tricolor Saltwash with Amy Howard at Home paint of Aviary, Aubergine and Drama Queen. Topcoat of Almond Daze. Venetian plaster from Amy Howard at Home, stencils from Royal Design Studio and gilded paint of Rose Gold from Wise Owl Paint.
Pansy, Wild, Heart’s Ease, Johnny-Jump-Up ~ Modesty, Loving Thoughts, Your Occupy My Thoughts, Think of Me, Happy Thoughts, Reflection, Loyalty, Merriment This post is in memory of Queen Elizabeth II. May we learn from the quintessential example of how she lived her life, how she treated others and her fondness of all that relates to the garden. An Island Garden …
“The longing for sweets is really a yearning for love or “sweetness.” Marion Woodman Cookbook “Zoe Bakes Cakes” By Zoe Francois https://zoebakes.com/ I give this recipe a five out of five stars! Raspberry Angel Food Cake 1 1/2 Cups Superfine Sugar – Divided 1 Cup plus 1 Tablespoon Cake Flour 1 Tbsp Corn Starch 1 Pinch Kosher Salt 6 oz …
Thinking about you this weekend Mom and Pops! The only man I knew who could make grilling out a twelve hour event LOL Nothing like barbecuing by flashlight while looking for earth worms to fish with the next day 💋❤️ Yellow Mustard Honey Brown Sugar Apple Cider Vinegar Ketchup Worcestershire Sauce Garlic Powder Onion Powder Salt Black Pepper Chili Powder …
Good Morning Beautiful! Up at dawn, the dewy freshness of the hour, the morning rapture of the birds, the daily miracle of sunrise, set her heart in tune, and gave her Nature’s most healing balm. ~Louisa May Alcott, “In the Strawberry Bed,” Work: A Story of Experience, 1873 Signup For My Newsletter! Giveaways coming soon!
Phase one of the herb, fruit and vegie garden accomplished! Bay Laurel, Dill, Parsley, Rosemary, Lime, Cinnamon, Anise Basil, Marshmallow, Horseradish Root, Lemon Verbena, Lemon Balm, French Tarragon, Angelica, Lavender, Lambs Ears, Foxglove, Belladona, Winter Savory, Garlic, Sweet Williams, Pansies, Roses, Curry, Orange, Rose and Lemon Thyme, Chocolate Ghost Peppers, Cayenne Peppers, Big Boy Celebrity and Cherry Tomatoes, Figs, Rose, …
Strawberry garden really coming into it’s own right now! Strawberry Macarons anyone? Do you remember the Shire, Mr. Frodo? It’ll be spring soon. And the orchards will be in blossom. And the birds will be nesting in the hazel thicket. And they’ll be sowing the summer barley in the lower fields… and eating the first of the strawberries with cream. …
Chocolate Pumpkin Cheesecake FOR THE CRUST: 1 (9 0z) package of famous chocolate wafers or other dark chocolate cookie 5 tablespoon (75 ml) melted butter FOR FILLING: 2 (8 oz) containers (460g) of whipped cream cheese 2 whole eggs 3 egg yolks ¾ cup (150 g) of sugar 1 (15 oz) can (420g) of pure pumpkin puree ¼ teaspoon (1.25 …
This guest post is by Susana Romera. Extra virgin olive oil is imposing itself with increasing force in all balanced diets. Thanks to its recognized value as a pillar of the Mediterranean diet, olive oil is being the protagonist of the best international cuisines. Increasingly, the quality of olive oil is reaching the end consumer. ESAO, the Olive Oil School …
I just have to say….. this is by far the best pastry I have ever made. I totally reeks of summer! My mouth is salivating just thinking about how wonderful this lemon tart tasted, from its light buttery crust to the magnificent burst of citrus lemon flavor that it packs in your mouth. Seriously it will make you almost pucker …
Raspberries + Sugar + Water + Lemon Juice Boil + Sieve = Delectable Raspberry Syrup Add Red Raspberry and Simple Syrup to Champagne glass, splash with Champagne. Enjoy!
Glyphosate is an herbicide used to kill weeds. It’s the active ingredient in Roundup and other weed killers, and can cause a variety of side effects. Recent lawsuits have claimed exposure to glyphosate in Roundup has led to certain cancers, including non-Hodgkin lymphoma. What Is Glyphosate? Glyphosate is the active ingredient in Roundup and several other commercial weed killers. Its chemical name …
Roundup is a popular residential and commercial weed killer made with glyphosate. Farmers, landscapers and agricultural workers have used it since 1974. However, some studies have linked heavy glyphosate use to an increased risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma and other cancers. What Is Roundup? Roundup is a popular weed killer containing glyphosate as its active ingredient. Initially registered in 1974 by Monsanto and …
Valentine Confections in the 19th Century In the 19th Century, exchanging sugary confections was a popular example of the strong regard and devotion that one may have for another. These treats alluded to the feelings that someone might have in their heart and the affection they felt towards them. Valentine Confections A Symbol of Love These dainty, delectable delicacies may …
Phil The Groundhog Today we can be exceptionally glad that Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow. This means that there will be an early spring and only six more weeks of Winter! The History of Phil The heritage of Groundhog Day began in Punxsutawney Pennsylvania in the year1887. Created by local business owners and woodchuck trappers, known regionally as …