Taking a Moment to Smell the Roses
Today I looked outside and saw that I still have some rose blossoms on my bushes that I just planted this past spring. I can’t help but smile whenever I see my roses. They brighten up dreary days, and even sunny days too. So I went outside to admire their beauty and inhale their fragrance,...
Blueberry Taro Lava Rock Muffins
Lovely to behold– the lava rock muffin. “Scrapbook of Memories: Pu’uhonu o Honaunau, Place of Refuge, Big Island of Hawaii” In old times, if you broke any laws, your only hope was to make it to here and be absolved by the kahuna (high priest) of your wrongdoing. Only problem was that you had to...
Giving Back
Yesterday I took over some of my Kahlua Leopard Mochi to the Asian Community Center‘s Craft and Bake Sale Fundraiser. Laurel’s been doing some community service by helping out in the office. Some of the things ACC offers older adults are a wide range of classes, the Meals on Wheels program, and a Respite program...
Maple Vanilla Sweet Potatoes in Mini Pumpkins
This idea has been swirling inside my head for a while. Pumpkin and sweet potatoes whipped together and piped into mini pumpkin shells. Piped high to look like soft serve ice cream, but packed with nutrients and just a touch a sweetness. This time of year, the markets are filled with all sorts of...
