Flour Bakery’s banana bread recipe is the best banana bread recipe I’ve ever tried. It makes a deliciously moist and flavorful loaf. I think that the secret to its moistness is the addition of a little creme fraîche or sour cream.… Read more
Author: Dottie
It’s the weekend!
My wonderful father-in-law passed away this week and we are mourning his passing and celebrating his life. Walt lived a full and extraordinary 94 years. He spent his life teaching science to kids, volunteering at his church, building things, gardening, square and round dancing and traveling. An entomologist, Walt also collected bugs—we had to be careful when we opened a stray container around his house. For as long as he was able, Walt visited nursing homes on the weekends and performed religious services for those who couldn’t make it to church. He was the best hugger ever! I’m happy that … Read more
Favorite Things
Favorites from a walk in Rockport, MA. View through the windows on opposite sides of a house to the beautiful harbor beyond.… Read more
It’s the weekend!
We’re headed to Connecticut to visit my husband’s family this weekend. On Sunday I’m taking my mother-in-law to start her Christmas shopping. Yes, I just said that.
Enjoy this last weekend of October. Are your costumes are ready?
- I want to make some mac and cheese with this cauliflower cheese sauce.
- I’m a sucker for any article about how French women dress.
- If you’re looking for new white tops, check out some of the white blouses I found this week.
- Need a birthday present for a young Lego fan? The Women of NASA Lego set is available next
White Blouse with Bow and Bishop Sleeves
If there’s one wardrobe item that needs regular updating, it’s a white blouse. I’m currently coveting this Bow Blouse and Mahsa’s other gorgeous blouses made of elegant raw cotton and silk.
This blouse has so much drama with a big bow at the throat and statement bishop sleeves. Mahsa describes the blouse as, “channeling the wasp-y white cottons of the Victorian era.” With the ruffle at the cuff and the lovely oversized bow, I am reminded of the romantic look worn by men during the regency. With this blouse, think Elizabeth Bennet wearing Mr. Darcy’s shirt, only a bit a … Read more