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LWD Art Appreciation ~ February 2023

February 2, 2024 By Deanna Piercy 2 Comments

Welcome to the February edition of the LWD Art Appreciation series! This month we’ll explore the diverse influences of luminaries such as Mark Twain, Duke Ellington, Georgia O’Keeffe, and the timeless film “My Favorite Wife.” This post may contain affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Read more here. ART APPRECIATION…

LWD Book Club ~ Miss Eliza’s English Kitchen

January 31, 2024 By Deanna Piercy 2 Comments

Cooking is a passion of mine so when I ran across this book I knew I had found the February LWD Book Club selection. As you may have seen, I’ve declared 2024 “My Year of Julia Child“. “Miss Eliza’s English Kitchen” is the story of the first modern cookbook writer, well before Julia wrote her…

This Week With Dee ~ Menu, Home Tasks & More (1/29/24)

January 29, 2024 By Deanna Piercy Leave a Comment

This Week With Dee – where I share our menu, my planned home tasks for the week, what I’m reading, self care plans and more. I hope it will give you some ideas for planning your own week or at least a glimpse of one homemaker’s life. This post may contain affiliate links and as an…

My Year of Julia Child

January 28, 2024 By Deanna Piercy 4 Comments

For a number of years I’ve chosen a “Word of the Year“, as many others do. This year I’m doing something a little different. I’m declaring 2024 “My Year of Julia Child“. I’ve long admired her and I’m going to really delve into her life and her work as America’s “French Chef”. This post may…

My Favorite Books of 2023

January 25, 2024 By Deanna Piercy Leave a Comment

As 2023 drew to a close, I looked back on the books that captivated my imagination and fueled my passion for reading throughout the year. From old classics to heart wrenching non-fiction that touched my heart, the past year was a treasure trove of unforgettable stories. Join me as I delve into my top picks…

Fussy Eater Vegetable Beef Soup

January 23, 2024 By Deanna Piercy Leave a Comment

If you have a fussy eater in your family, this is the recipe for you. Nourishing, chock full of vegetables and absolutely delicious! It really hits the spot on a chilly, winter evening and if there are any leftovers, it heats well the next day for lunch. This post may contain affiliate links and as…

This Week With Dee ~ Menu, Home Tasks & More (1/22/24)

January 22, 2024 By Deanna Piercy 2 Comments

Sweet and Spicy Meatballs ~ A Slow Cooker Recipe

January 21, 2024 By Deanna Piercy Leave a Comment

I firmly believe that the homemaker needs a few extremely easy, minimal cleanup dishes in her/his repertoire. Sweet and Spicy Meatballs is a perfect example. Just dump a few ingredients in a slow cooker and let it do its thing while you attend to other tasks. Serve these tasty meatballs over mashed potatoes, rice or…