Category Archives: Kitchen

A peek from our January travels – we could see the ferris wheel on the Island in Pigeon Forge from our hotel.  The first of the month found us on a little get away to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. It was colder there than here a few days, and we had snow, which is an interesting experience...

Welcome to the first month of the year. We did it. 2024 is gone, and we have jumped into a new year. I’m always eager to plan ahead, but it’s nice to reflect on what has happened. One thing 2024 taught me was to surround myself with people who walk with you through tough seasons....

Happy New Year! I hope you all had an enjoyable holiday spent with loved ones. We had a blessed Christmas season. Ours started by going to see the Jolly Holiday Lights at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, an already favorite summer place of mine. Topped with Christmas lights and the nostalgia of seeing the same lights...

I have loved pancakes since I was a little boy, not only because pancakes taste great, but because for me, they remind me of my father. Some of my most vivid memories of my childhood are of my father making pancakes for my sister and me. One of his frequent flourishes was making Mickey Mouse-shaped pancakes....

Farm Life in Black and White…where the miracle of food begins From our table to yours this holiday season As I write this on a cold windy December night/early morning six sleeps before Christmas, the guys are welcoming a load of calves to the farm. I must admit I am thankful I did not have to go...

This time of year is one of my favorites. I love the lights, the way my kids are so enchanted by the decorations, the music, and the snow. I love the traditions my family has – hanging of the homemade stockings up our stairs and the special ornaments going up on the tree. I love...