Purple Handmaid

My first wool felted doll. I made her for my mom, for Mother's Day. I was inspired by the dolls at Sanderling Waldorf and Lyric's teacher, Ms. Jennifer, showed me how to start it. I've started my second one, but not working as diligently as I did my first time around--maybe it's the summer heat...or the packing that needs to be done for our upcoming move....or chasing around a toddler....

A Perfect Day

Yesterday was perfect. Miles, Lyric and I went to the beach in the morning. Miles caught a few waves, whilst Lyric and I built sand castles, err, actually I was building, Lyric was demolishing. It was so much fun. Lyric was a bit weary of the water rushing up to his feet as he tried to fill his bucket with water, but we worked as a team, and had great success.

After that we went to the Beach House and had brunch. Then back home, where Miles and Lyric napped and I snuck off to lay by the pool and relax in the warm sun. Then Miles and Lyric joined me at the pool. After some swimming, we went to El Callejons for our usual faire. Perfect day all around. I love summer.

African Stew

Come, and join me for some African Stew. hot. creamy. sweet. comforting. It's a hit! I just made it for the second time. The first time around, it didn't last more than 2 days before it was gobbled up by the goblins. Gone. I made a bigger batch this time. Sweet potatoes and almond butter, chickpeas, rice and kale, in a veggie broth, make this superb and unique. Let me know what time you'll be here, and I'll have a bowl waiting for you! See you soon....

3 more blocks

You've seen the color's before, but my stitching has gotten better. These are stuffed with poly-fiber stuffing, rather than rice. Each class donated a basket with different themes. Our class has the "new mom" theme, and each basket put together is for the Silent Auction Fundraiser tomorrow.

Bye Bye Betty

Not to point fingers, but I thought only Betty Crocker and Duncan Hines knew how to make the best cupcakes. As of today, I learned how wrong I am. These little "Lemon Gems", are 100% vegan, and 100% delicious. I know, I know, you're thinking I'm exaggerating, but I am being 100% truthful. These also are the first vegan baked goods that I've had success with. Yes, the frosting looks a little runny, and that's because- it is.. but cupcakes are always a messy treat, so a little extra drippy goo won't hurt anyone.
These little gems, from Vegan with a Vengeance, have the perfect amount of lemon-y flavor and sweetness. The are refreshing. I have already eaten 2, and don't have a tummy ache (which I can't say about my "used to be favorite" cupcakes). I cannot wait for Miles to get home, so I can show them off, and dazzle him with yet another vegan cooking success. Oh, last night he tasted the coconut-corn soup, and maple-mustard glazed potatoes and green bean dish-- I'll just say, the glazed potato dish is going down as a family favorite. He loved the soup too, but not enough to mark it down in "Kenney" history.

Around the Block and Back

These "Earth" blocks are being donated to Lyric's school (Sanderling Waldorf) for a Silent Auction fundraiser. I made them with wool felt and poly fiber filling. With the importance of keeping our earth clean and green, I think they will be a hit. Great for little hands to play with, and a great addition to any room.

Proof is in the Picture

Here is the coconut-corn soup, mighty tasty and soothing. I could make it spicier, but I opted out this time, because I thought Lyric might enjoy it too. (Which he did!) Miles loves spicy, so I can add spice to his before he tries some, which will be sometime tomorrow, or the next day--hopefully there's some leftover.

Here is the Maple-Mustard Glazed Potatoes and Green Beans-- another major hit in my book. I am having a good streak here finally. I must be getting better.