Most of my recipes (especially this one) are more of a guide to a meal that I made and loved and thought you may love too. The beauty of it is that you can omit the ingredients you don’t like and fill it with flavors you DO like. There is no exact quantity. For two servings, this is how I made the above (and sprinkled with parmesan cheese!)…
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Can you guess the artist? This might be an easy one for some of you. Another gorgeous painting I snapped a photo of with my phone - on display at the Detroit Institute of Arts! I highly recommend visiting – wear comfy shoes – no need to pack a lunch they have great eating places within the museum. So smart. They even have these cool stools that fold if you get tired and need to sit a minute. We walked for hours and hours. Had the best time. #cantwaittogoback
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I love taking a quick photo while out walking. We’re so fortunate to live where there is so much beauty. This bird was closer and flew (beautifully) to this location – just him and his shadow. I think he was having a big time. What a peaceful scene with the old trees, the marsh, the swing…
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Doesn’t this house have a grand feel to it? The painted brick looks like it was built many, many years ago – yet freshened up and raring to go. This is a possibility for infill in an existing older neighborhood with similar style homes. Not that homes have to be exact, but their size and scale matters – just so it blends nicely with the existing homes.
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A nice hot bowl of chili on a cold winter day. Is there anything better? It warms your innards, makes the house smell wonderful all for very little work (if you ask me)! And, you have leftovers – #winwin I searched high and low for a recipe with normal ingredients, not a packet of anything or a can of beans in a seasoned sauce. I found one, changed it very little and I think you’ll love it.
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Clyde Aspevig. I featured Clyde back in 2012 and that post has remained one of the most popular on artfoodhome.com ever since. Clyde’s style of painting is timeless, stunning, gorgeous AND interesting. He’s a wonderful human, and so modest to boot (which for some reason always matters to me). Clyde has a passion for his surroundings and it shows in every single brushstroke!
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Our kitchen sink has two windows which I love. It makes doing dishes more pleasant when you have a view. But something was missing, and I knew just what it was! I plucked these flowers out of a bouquet that Fred had given me, strikingly beautiful. When they were towards the end of their lives, I took them out of the water, wrapped with pretty string and hung upside down. Now they’re gorgeous dried flowers!
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Well, this image fits this week. It’s crazy, I’m not sure how it happened or what it’s of or even when it was taken. My phone takes its own photos. The storms that are happening throughout the country are unbelievable. The wind that we had in Charleston the other night that was part of this wild storm moving up the coast was crazy! Our live oak trees normally don’t move that much – but they were swinging like crazy (as was the line to our power and cable). Our power blinked…
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A flow state (or being in the zone) is a great place to be (details below) – and what fun these puzzles have been. I see why so many people do them. I’m happy that they’re popular again. I haven’t done one in so many years (grade school). This photo above was almost complete – puzzle info in post.
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How many of you will be able to guess who this artist is? I love the looseness of the jacket in this painting, the abstract lines – the subtle shades of gray throughout. This photo was taken (iPhone) at a museum near and dear to my heart. We had the best time ever! Before you read on, can you guess who this artist is?
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Sassy, bright and happy! A good theme for 2024. Snapdragons amaze me. 💛 They have such life and presence! They’re such a colorful addition to a bed, window box or planter. We saw these beauties at…
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Can you imagine being situated on a gorgeous lot overlooking the water. The serenity and stunning views you would have out of almost every room in this house! Downstairs is a masterpiece and upstairs is a brilliant use of space, an expansive loft area with storage. Who couldn’t use that? This plan is by Prim Haus and I think you’re really going to like it a lot!
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Cool days and even cooler nights have us thinking about soup recipes more often. Is there anything better than a comforting bowl of soup when the weather turns chilly? I ran across a wonderful recipe and had to give it a whirl – We were so happy with the results! #happydance Here’s the recipe: ⬇️
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!! Can you believe it’s already 2024 – it sounds so futuristic! I swear, by this year I would have thought we would be able to hop on a modern chair on a conveyor belt that would whisk us into the shower, makeup, dressing and we pop out the other side completely ready for the day (like the Jetson’s). #woohoo.
I’m not sure where I saved this image from (above), a quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson – please take the time to read this each morning – I think this will help keep life in perspective! It’s good to have goals in life, to stride to be better, but life isn’t all about getting things done. Be kind to yourself in addition to others. We all need a break sometimes!
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Many of you have plans for a big evening. Parties, fireworks, laughter and friends – sounds great. But staying home sounds equally as wonderful (to me!) – Whatever your preference make a good time of it! Enjoy those around you, whether it’s with a large crowd or a significant other, friend or family member. Be cognizant of the fact that things are good. Take time to feel the happiness and be thankful. If this hasn’t been a happy year for you, lean on your friends to get you through the tough times. Many of us are very good listeners. Let others help you ease your burden. It takes a village, and one day you will be the one someone comes to talk to.
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