It is October. Some of the trees in our neighbourhood have already given in to the inevitable and shed their leaves in one fell swoop, while others are beginning to change from green to red and gold. While I grumble about winter, I do enjoy the glorious display of trees in … [Read more...] about Watching Downton Abbey is as Satisfying as Carrot Ginger Soup
Downton Abbey recipes
Whip up a Lovely Lemon Tart with Your new Mixer
A few days have now passed since Sunday's double whammy. I am still processing the events. UK Downton fans had high hopes for S4E1, US fans for Emmy wins. There was sadness on both sides of the pond came away sad. UK fans needed time to grieve for Matthew so big splash to kick … [Read more...] about Whip up a Lovely Lemon Tart with Your new Mixer
Labor Day Lavender Blues
The US and Canada celebrated Labor Day yesterday. The long weekend marks the unofficial end of summer and the last day of freedom for many children who are back to school today. As adults we also feel the blues of carefree days by the lake basked in sunshine. The days will be … [Read more...] about Labor Day Lavender Blues
Summer is Perfect Time for Servants Serviceberry Pie
No sooner than the cooler weather had me pulling out my light sweaters, we experienced a resurgence of summer in our part of the world. I won't be fooled, though, summer will be ending soon, for me marked by all the back-to-school sales. We did enjoy a wonderful summer day … [Read more...] about Summer is Perfect Time for Servants Serviceberry Pie
Think Pink with Classic Downton Rhubarb Summer Cocktails
"Better get outside, there's only two more days of summer." That is my mantra every August to help encourage myself and my co-workers to get outside at lunch because soon it will be too cold to sit outside in the sun. Soon the days will get shorter, cooler and all the fresh … [Read more...] about Think Pink with Classic Downton Rhubarb Summer Cocktails
