Journal on a photo

Next time you have a picture with a lot of “white space” (like sky, ocean, a big green field…) try journaling directly on it.  This instantly draws the eye to your subject and leaves more room for embellishments.   Here are three ways to do so:
1.  If you have photo-editing software this is fairly easy.  Simply open your photo [...]

Fab Online Holiday Shopping Sites

Did you brave those crowds on Friday morning?  Did you get up for the 4:00am store openings? (*gasp!*)  If you did, more power to you, and I hope you found many a bargain!  Me? I was warm in my bed, knowing full well I’d rather shop on-line later in my pj’s from the comfort of my [...]

20 Thanksgiving Photo Opportunities

It’s almost here!  I love Thanksgiving, and though we are supposed to have a storm of snow here on Thursday (eek! already!) I am looking forward to the meal and the family that will come with it. 
Just as soon as the day arrives, for all our planning and cooking it will be over before you know [...]

Turkey after-party

Thanksgiving dinner was magnificent,  rave reviews came in from your houseful of company, and no one even noticed you didn’t make the pumpkin pie from scratch this year.  The dishwasher is humming, the leftovers carefully packed away (but within easy access for sandwiches later), the football game is over and  guests are stirring from their naps. 
So now [...]

Pumpkin Cream of Wheat

A tasty and healthy breakfast for Autumn 
This recipe was first brought to my attention by a dear friend and fellow Weight Watcher.  It’s from the Biggest Loser Cookbook, which I also highly recommend if you’re watching your calories.  Lots of good stuff in there.  While some of it is a little simple, to me that’s [...]