Longwood Gardens

Nice when a place you frequented and loved as a kid and with your kids when young, is still around and as beautiful as ever. Both my son and I love nature, flowers and the changing of the seasons. Although this past winter season was more than any of us asked for,we did experience history with a record breaking snow fall. Well that's behind us and we are going to visit Longwood Gardens right after Mother's Day. What a perfect way to spend a day. The place is breathtaking for all ages and has a wonderful restaurant as well. Can't wait to enjoy this beauty with my boy!

Melissa and Doug

Who are they? Well, they are one of the best toy companies I have found. There puzzles, learning toys and kitchen play items are the best. Mostly wooden and can be found in any store and sometimes discount stores. I love to give them as gifts. They are creative, unique and lasting. Create a few memories in a little one you know with a surprise. I am about to with the little girl next door,the wooden bear dress up! So cute,I can play with it!

There's No Place Like Home

As Dorothy so touchingly said it in one of the most famous movies of all time, when you love your home, family and friends it is the most special place on earth. No matter where we travel or what our experiences are, home defines who we are and will always give us that special place to reconnect in good and tough times. I guess all I can ask for is that my grown children still find home the central spot in their hearts and when we gather it is priceless. Thanks to my daughter I have a small reminder on my refrig each morning of all that home means to her:)

Strong as the Tree

A tree to me represents beauty, strength, growth and protection. It is always changing yet remains sturdy and constant. Friends are like that when you find the good ones, true ones, solid ones. We all have friends who face hard times,illness or sadness. To support and be a friend is to in turn have a friend. Recently a friend has been going through some difficulty and I realize to give that person your compassion and kindness is what I have always received from my friends. The gift of friendship is like the gift of a tree. They are all different in size, color, personality but the roots and branches reach out,embrace and protect.I wish to send this out to my friend today for she needs The Maple Tree and it needs her.

Words to Live By

As Matthew 6:33-34 reminds us, " 'But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added to you. Therefore do not be anxious for tomorrow; for tomorrow will care for itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.' " If we keep our eyes on Him, it seems that everything else falls into place.

Easy Easter Coconut Cake

1 package yellow cake mix
1 can Eagle brand condensed milk
1 pint heavy cream, whipped stiff
1/2 cup flaked coconut

Bake cake according to directions in a 9 x 13 pan. When done poke holes in cake and pour can of milk over all. Let cool completely. Spread whipped cream over cake and top with coconut..Refrigerate till ready to serve. Can be made a day ahead...Delicious!

Just love them

They define Easter candy for most of us. It seems in the passed years a cult following of "Peeps" has come about...Blogs and everything from Peep decor to Peep sushi...Crazy but fun! Happy Easter, family and friends..I am so blessed!