Ever-Lovin’ loves almost anything pumpkin- pies, cakes, muffins, bread.  You name it pumpkin ______ (whatever), and he gravitates toward it.  It is not a seasonal thing for him.  Any month of the year (even in the dog days of summer), he will choose the pumpkin pie at the cafeteria.  (He thinks pumpkin pie is a […]

(To the tune of She’ll Be Coming Around the Mountain)  Humor me.  It almost works. Tired and wea-r-y travelers were we. We had driven across two states you can see. Searching for our destination We drove with determination. And thus we reached the cabin hungry. To our surprise and delight, The Mrs. had prepared a […]

At Casa Flamingo, there is always a party.  Cathy and Caitlyn entertain easily and with such grace.  Someone is usually out by the pool.  I envy how they do it.  Last time we were there, Caitlyn was making stuffed jalapeno peppers on the grill. (I can not believe that I can not find a picture […]

Yummy Butter Cake This recipe for Yummy Butter Cake has been around a LONG time, and Paula Deen has certainly put it on the map with her bazillion versions of it. I have also seen it titled Neiman Marcus Cake or Cheesecake Bars. Forever in my memory is the first time I ate Yummy Butter […]

Maids of Honor Tarts My friend the Queen of Teas, mentioned that one of her favorite sweets in London was Maid of Honor Tarts.  I had never heard of these, but for the Royal Tea, I wanted to find out.  I was so fascinated by the name – Maids of Honor Tarts.  It is so […]

Here is the icing I use for Granny’s Sugar Cookies.  It is easy, and do I love cream cheese.  It is so easy to make in the food processor, but not much trouble to mix by hand.  Add the milk one tablespoon at a time until you get the right spreading consistancy.  You do not […]