Monday, June 22, 2009

Mystery bird...

A friend of mine had this bird at her feeder and sent me the picture to see if I knew what kind he is. I don't know, but I bet you do. Can you help us out?

Also, our star gazer lilies were really pretty this year. They multiply so much I'm gonna have to divide the bed up again this fall but that's ok because they are beautiful.


Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Goodnight Sweetheart...

This is so cute I can't stand it. I think I'm gettin' kinda sleepy too. JP knows how I love a good lullaby!

Monday, June 15, 2009

Lemony Tea Bread...

I found this recipe and made it last week. It is delicious. The only thing I didn't like is that it made a small loaf so next time I'm making a double recipe!

Lemon Tea Bread

1/4 c. butter, softened
1/2 c. sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp. grated lemon peel
3/4 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
dash of salt
1/4 c. milk

Glaze
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3-4 tablespoons confectioners' sugar

In mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add egg, lemon peel, beat well. Combine flour, baking powder and salt, add to creamed mixture alternately with milk.
Transfer to a 5 ¾ in. X 3 in loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until toothpick comes our clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pan. With a toothpick put holes in the top so the glaze can get all in that bread. Combine glaze ingredients and drizzle over warm bread.
Eat and enjoy. This bread is so good with coffee. Like I said, next time I'm going to double and either make 2 small loaves or try to make one regular size.
Blessings from the holler.

Friday, June 12, 2009

Women are born that way...

You see, we're born with more words than most men. So she's just getting a good start on using hers. You go girl.

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Must be Jelly cuz Jam don't shake like that...

I made the most unusual jelly today. Rose petal jelly. I followed TennZen's Rose Jelly recipe it is beautiful and it tastes good too! I had to test it you know. Quality control and all that. I want to say a special thank you to TennZen for the recipe and encouraging me to try something new.

Before.

After.