Posted in June 2012

Doug’s Favorite Pasta Salad

Doug’s Favorite Pasta Salad

This recipe is one of our go-to recipes for summer.  It’s very versatile and so yummy for a cool, refreshing lunch or dinner.  We have been known to make an entire meal out of it! Clockwise, from the top: 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved 1 yellow bell pepper, diced 1 cucumber, seeds removed-then dice it … Continue reading »

Homemade Dog Treats

Homemade Dog Treats

Toby loves peanut butter.  I know most dogs do, but he really thinks it’s the best.  And since the milkbone treats give him the WORST breath, I thought I would try my hand at homemade treats! You’ll need: 1/4 cup all-natural unsalted peanut butter 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 cup water 2 1/4 cups whole … Continue reading »

My Daily List

My Daily List

I’m taking a cue from my friend and our fabulous wedding photographer, Nancy Ray, today. I am a creature of habit. I openly admit it, and my husband will attest to this as well.  I even order the same thing when we go to the same restaurants.  I could eat the same Moe’s burrito with … Continue reading »

The Dog Park

The Dog Park

We are lucky to have two dog parks within a 10-minute drive from our apartment.  Last weekend, we took Toby to the K-9 Korral at Harlinsdale Farm-the same place that Doug and I took our wedding photos just shy of two months ago! He didn’t seem too gung-ho about the other dogs at first, but … Continue reading »

Blackberry Cobbler

Blackberry Cobbler

I picked up a pint of locally grown blackberries at the Farmer’s Market last weekend.  They are Doug’s favorite, so I thought I would surprise him with a homemade blackberry cobbler! Y’all. This is my go-to recipe for dessert.  I almost always have the ingredients on hand.  You will not believe how simple it is! … Continue reading »

The Farmer’s Market

The Farmer’s Market

One thing I love about where we live is the proximity of the nearest Farmer’s Market: about 5 minutes (by car). This past Saturday, I ventured out there while Doug took some friends fishing.  Such a great feeling to buy produce that was grown just down the road and to know that we are supporting … Continue reading »