Entertaining

  • Happy Birthdays

    My Madeline turned 12 this week.  Due to our crazy schedules this time of year, instead of a grand party we opted for a simple family dinner early in the evening before running out the door.  Madeline helped out planning… Continue reading

  • Elegant Dinner on a Budget

    It’s time for New Year’s Eve celebrations to commence as 2010 comes to an end.  Some of you may already have plans while others may be a whole lot like me, and still trying to decide what you want to… Continue reading

  • Easy Hamburger Buffet

    I don’t know about you, but after days and days of rich food (which I will get to later), I was ready for a simple meal when it came time for the last of our Christmas celebrations over the weekend!… Continue reading

  • Setting Our Christmas Table

    It’s so much fun to look through old etiquette books or cookbooks and seeing all of the beautiful ways to set a table.  Everything has it’s place which creates a practical setting when you sit down to dine.  While tradition… Continue reading