The Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival

Summer is slowly coming to a close. I decided to take advantage of the gorgeous weather we’ve been having by attending the 28th annual Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival held at the Annapolis City Dock in Maryland. It was a perfect day to participate in the festival. Annapolis is the capital of Maryland as well as the … Read more

Fried Green Tomatoes

It’s hard to believe that summer is almost over and I’m just getting around to making a batch of fried green tomatoes.  I’ve always been able to find green tomatoes in the south.  Now I live in Maryland and since it’s below the Mason Dixie line why can’t I find a green tomato at the market … Read more

My New Home

I could see the potential in this house the very first time I laid eyes on it.  I could see this house becoming my new home. After my divorce in 2000  having lived in a rental property for two years my dream was to buy a home for my sons and I.   A four-story, four … Read more

Basil Seafood Pasta

A fresh pasta dish flavored with plenty of basil

I went out to lunch at a local restaurant and the special of the day was this amazing dish called Basil Seafood Pasta.  I’m a huge fan of basil.  The basil pesto with its captivating flavor had me thinking about this dish for weeks.   You’ve got to know right off the bat that I’m a … Read more

Creamy Mushroom Zoodles

Who doesn’t like pasta?  Pretty much everyone unless you are allergic to wheat products or perhaps you’re watching your weight trying to cut down on your carbs.  I now fall into the last category.  I’m forever looking for ways to eat healthy without giving up the flavor.  I’m so excited, I think I may have … Read more

The Charm of St. Michaels, Maryland

The town of St. Michaels, Maryland takes you back to days gone by to a simpler time.  St. Michaels is a gem of a town located on the Eastern Shore in Talbot County. St. Michaels has its own unique charm and grace. Less modernized than most other cities in the state.  It’s a place you … Read more

A Visit To The Queen City

My Visit To The Queen City I have a very good reason to visit the Queen City this is where my first born lives.  Garret is the oldest of my two sons.  He moved to Cincinnati a few years ago chasing his dream job. In addition he loves the Ohio sports teams. Besides that he … Read more

The Fourth of July Holiday Wreath

I was so inspired this holiday to create a holiday wreath for the 4th of July. The local neighborhood craft store is known to have some amazing savings just before the holidays.  The savings can be up to 60% off seasonal merchandise. I’m a budget minded person so I checked my craft supplies to see … Read more

A Special Time In Atlantic City

It was so much fun spending time with my sister Sandra. Our mini-vacation was fabulous! That Saturday we went to New York City and moved on to New Jersey.  We stayed in New Jersey overnight, got up the next morning and had a big breakfast so we could spend the day in Atlantic City. Can … Read more

A New York State of Mind

I was so happy to have my sister Sandra visit me this summer. Since we’ve both retired we have become thick as thieves (spend a lot of time together).  I refer to her as my “partner in crime.”  I’m the oldest and Sandra is one year younger.  Since retiring my “little sis” now makes her … Read more