This Moment 3.30.12

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This Moment 3.23.12

{this moment} - A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. (From Soule Mama...love this tradition so I am striving to do this as well...I need to take more time to savor and it will be such a treat to look back and remember these moments)

Philly Foodventures

I recently ventured up north to Philadelphia for a work conference. In the past, I have been stuck in hotel no man's suburbland while traveling for work. This time around, my co-worker booked a room in a prime location in downtown Philly. Close to the convention, close to the Liberty Bell, and close to great food spots= Perfect 
Every morning while I was there I walked over to the Reading Terminal Market for coffee and pastries. After morning sessions I walked over to the Market for lunch. If I could have eaten dinner there I would have done that too...I know that sounds boring, but that place is amazing and overwhelming. Fresh delis, produce, baked goods, dairy...food everywhere. It is truly is a slice of heaven for foodies. I had a cheese steak inside a pretzel one day. YUM. I ate delicious Amish baked sticky buns and purchased my favorite truffles...champagne and caramel. Chocolate and cinnamon rolls truly are the way to this girl's heart. This was my first visit to Philadelphia so I was determined to try the real Philly cheesesteak. We went to Geno's (featured on the Food Network) and Campo's (across from Christ Church). I also shared a meal with a college friend and her family. Wonderful times. Needless to say, I consumed a ridiculous amount of calories. The food was worth every single calorie and it was awesome to see historic places up close.

me dorking out at Independence Hall

my first official "Philly" cheesesteak

the city

This Moment 3.16.12

{this moment} - A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. (From Soule Mama...love this tradition so I am striving to do this as well...I need to take more time to savor and it will be such a treat to look back and remember these moments)

Craft Hope

One of my 2012 resolutions is to do some charity crafting. I want to make something special that will positively impact someone's life. No idea what this project will be, but I plan to craft blog stalk Craft Hope for some inspiration and motivation. It is always so absolutely amazing to read about their projects and see photos of beautiful items given and made with love for total strangers.
What a wonderful use of crafting skills and social media! If you haven't looked at their website or Facebook page, check them out. Craft Hope reminds me of one of my all-time favorite quotes: Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. --Margaret Mead

In 2012 my happy crafty creation will brighten someone's day...and hopefully give hope and love to another.

Banana Bread!

If you are like me, your kitchen always has bananas waiting to be eaten...it seems like I buy too few and run out quickly, or buy too much and end up with a few overly ripe bananas. Usually I have good intentions of using these bananas...and get too busy with life to bake using these bananas.

I realized a couple days ago that my current bananas were dying...and decided to try a new recipe. This loaf recipe is from the Magnolia Bakery cookbook.

Chocolate Chip Peanut Banana Loaf







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This Moment 3.9.12

{this moment} - A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. (From Soule Mama...love this tradition so I am striving to do this as well...I need to take more time to savor and it will be such a treat to look back and remember these moments)