I know what you’re thinking … gross, right? That’s what I thought when I saw a recipe for Lettuce Arugula Soup. Didn’t we learn as children that anything green tastes terrible? I thought this soup sounded so disgusting but yet, I was intrigued and had to try it. Fate laughed in my face as I fell in love with…
This light, healthy Vegetable Frittata is a great way to enjoy some fresh, tasty veggies. Most frittatas are cooked on the stove and in the oven, but not this one. It cooks up quick and easy on the stove top. Pin It The light fluffy eggs provide a pleasing contrast to the flavorful vegetables. Grab…
Town and Country Living is a blog about living where the city ‘burbs meet the cornfields of Illinois. Living here affords me the best of both worlds … Town … and Country. Lucky for me, my daughter and her new hubby don’t live too far and invited us for lunch. I was truly hoping Bridget would make…
Come for a walk with me, won’t you? It’s frosty outside and we’ll hear the comforting crunch of snow under our feet as we stroll down historic Pouley Road. Thanks for strolling down historic Pouley Road with me. Let’s head inside and warm our tootsies by the fire, shall we?
Is it a muffin or a cupcake? Looks like a muffin. Tastes like a cupcake without the frosting. But actually, I like to think of this tasty morsel as the muffin version of chocolate chip cookies. My mother used to make Cocoa Pink Cuplets all the time when we were kids … Back in the…
Recently I’ve been given 2 awards that are to be passed on to other bloggers. So this post is all about spreadin’ the blog love. One thing I’ve learned in my short time of blogging is that there are a LOT of talented bloggers out there. So many crafters, cooks, decorators, writers, photographers … Go…
My hubby rescued these cute little tables from his Aunt Marian’s home when she passed away. They’re full of charm but had seen a bit of life and were in need of a fresh scrubbing. It started with a coat of white paint, which lasted for months. But that seemed too stark. A little bit…
I’m in love. Butterflies in my stomach and feelin’ giddy all over. Annie Sloan Chalk Paint is the next best thing to sliced bread. I’ve been reading about this paint all over blogland and finally tried it out on my dining table and chairs. I mentioned in a previous post that I’m making some changes…
“Rockin’ around the Christmas tree, at the Christmas party hop.” Thank you, Brenda Lee, for making this holiday song such a classic. Tis the season for sharing gifts, food, and most importantly … love and joy. Unfortunately, Christmas can be stressful and even sad for many. I think it’s important not to get too freaked out…
What really sold me on our house when touring it for the first time, was the claw foot tub in the downstairs bathroom. I had always wanted one and there it sat, in all its glory. Upon further exploration, we found another one in the upstairs bathroom. One day soon, I’ll take photos of each…
When I think of bedrooms, I always think of blue and white. Blue is such a restful color while white lends a crisp pop. Our bedroom isn’t cluttered … rather, it displays a minimalist decor point of view. I’ve tried to include some softness to keep it from looking too cold, but I like that it’s…
I’ve been on a homemade soup kick these days … so easy to make and a great way to eat your veggies. But what’s truly fulfilling is plucking vegetables straight from your very own garden and whipping up a little magic to create a fresh, organic soup. But here in Illinois, the growing season is shorter than I’d…
An Indian summer served up the perfect day for my daughter’s country wedding at Davis Farm in Big Rock, Illinois. This was a true DIY wedding with lots of burlap, daisies, and sunflowers. Friends catered, baked the cake, and arranged the flowers. Mother, daughter, and son-in-law lent their creative touch with invitations, programs, chalkboard signs, hanging lights and paper lanterns….
Whenever I need a little pick-me-up, I make the short drive to my hometown of Geneva, Illinois. Quaint and idyllic, the town was settled on the Fox River in 1835 and carries a heavy Swedish influence. In fact, the town’s biggest festival (held in June) is appropriately dubbed Swedish Days and attracts thousands of tourists. Residents…
