settlers peace

Where was I going with that?

This has been a week of missed exits, thoughts and ideas. My thoughts have been all a jumble and my attention span even worse. I think it is the pressure of graduation preparations that someone has no interest in participating in. S. has no time for such common social practices as senior pictures, ordering invitations and such. I'm blessed with her goofy antics every time the camera comes out, and I have to say that I think that her announcements will be a true reflection of her personality. Why, oh, why do I allow the pressure of traditional photos haunt me? They would certainly not reflect the spirit that she contains, and what reason would I have in trying to normalize her? We are each meant to stand out, but it is so easy to forget that and opt to be a part of the crowd. I am so thankful that she demands to remain true to herself. Let's embrace the spotlight that we have been granted, shine our light, lighting the way for others, maybe we, too, will become more secure in my own uniqueness.

This little quilt rather resembles my paths lately. I started the string balls as part of another project and then fell in love with them on this piece of Kona Crush fabric. Love the texture! It is hand quilted with a hand dyed thread and big stitches.

Here's to embracing each moment!

 

 

What's in your recipe box?

In my frustration to find something to prepare for dinner, I realized the chaos in my recipe box. No organization what-so-ever. Recipes on cards, torn from boxes, printed from the computer, and jotted on notepads. As I started sorting, no doubt a delay tactic in cooking, I found several repeated recipe cards. I'm fairly certain that someone must have asked for the recipe, I obligingly wrote in down then slacked in the delivery. Upon its rediscovery, I assumed that it was my original copy and simply stuck it back in the box.

My apologies to anyone that wanted a copy of my Orange Ball recipe. Of course, they are probably not even reading this, because I haven't made the darn things in over ten years! But just in case you are curious, here it is.

Orange Balls

1 - 12 ounce box of Vanilla Wafers, crushed fine

1/3 cup melted butter

1 cup powdered sugar

1 cup pecans, chopped fine

1 - 6 pounce can frozen orange juice, thawed - do not dilute.

Combine ingredients in order listed. Chill. Form into balls and roll in additional powdered sugar. Store in refrigerator or freezer. Serve chilled.

These are a yummy treat, the intense orange flavor goes well with hot tea or coffee. It's only due to my gluten issues that I have not made them in years.

Enjoy! I think we'll grab take out tonight, and work on a menu starting tomorrow.

 

I Send You Roses

S. asked me the other day "Why are the roses the only thing living in the garden?"

"Well, I happen to love antique roses. They are known for surviving through years of neglect, I just didn't expect the neglect to happen so quick."