Eclecticisms- The Best of 2011

2011 was a pretty blogtastic year for me! I made a goal in January to blog at least once per week and I obviously went way above and beyond that goal. Although it's very important to me to stay active here, I'm honestly happy with once per week, if that's all I can do at the time. The important thing is that I don't lose sight of my goals and let my blog be forgotten. It really does mean a lot to me and I'm very thankful to everyone who reads it! (I hope you get something out of it too... fun, food, anything!)

Annnnnd... I'm approach 10,000 views!!! I never thought I'd have so many by now and I'm "super jazzed" about it!

As 2011 is wrapping up (only 2 weeks left... yikes!) I wanted to post some of my favorite blogs from this year. Check them out and enjoy!


Sunflower Seed Butter Cookies I'm proud to say that this is my recipe. It's a great substitute for peanut butter cookies when you have someone with nut allergies in the house!

Flan Cheesecake I don't think I need to explain why I love this one.

Double Chocolate Chip Cookies Because they were so good I made two batches in one week!

Blizzard 2011 It's hard to believe this really happened. What a storm!

Parsnip and Carrot Mash with Feta Because it's delicious and healthy.

Adler Planetarium Trip I love museums and I'm actually going to more lately!

Fun Soap Recipes DIY fun with my cousin! I love trying new things.

Strawberry Cake It was tasty, and in honor of my Momma's B-day.

Featured Ingredient: Rhubarb! A fast and delicious treat for the summer- learn to use this yummy vegetable!

Cake Decorating I finally have some decorating skills!

Quinoa Tabbouli Salad Healthy. Yummy.

Tickled Tuesday Because animals amaze me.

Mushroom "Caviar" Perfect for anytime, anywhere.

Biscuits and Veggie-Sausage Gravy So tasty- I can finally enjoy this dish again!

Ginger Pie It's Maude related. How would this not be a favorite?!

Best-Ever Mushroom Cream Sauce Because I made it up and it's one of the BEST sauces I've ever tasted. Seriously.

City Girl Smores Campfire food in the kitchen. These will add lots of pounds if I don't watch it.


That's it! There's a lot here, I know. I'm not very decisive. I hope you keep reading and start following via RSS (if you arent' already) so you can keep up when I move over to Wordpress soon!

2011 Improvements- I don't want to lose you!

*Correction! You SHOULD follow using Feedburner. I'm so bad at this stuff... this is a great example of why I am not doing the Wordpress switch myself!*

Now, on to the original blog!



I will soon be moving my blog to Wordpress, which means great changes, but if you follow via GFC or Feedburner I will lose you! (AGH!) If you don't already, please use the banner on the right to follow me via e-mail and/or RSS so you don't miss a recipe, rant or craft.

I hope to see you all after my super exciting transition!

(P.S. When I say "I" will move my blog, I really mean that Kiersten, who is super talented and awesome, will be moving my blog for me.) I can't wait!

New Years Dinner

Happy New Years, all! I'll be back early next year (maybe even as early as tomorrow) with a few new delicious recipes! This year, I'm opting to stay in and make dinner for my family. I'm trying a few new things, and can't wait to share them with you! (Fingers crossed that everything turns out!)

Menu

Appetizers:
Broccoli and Cheese Dip
Vin Glogg (traditional to New Years)

Dinner:
Salad (Dad is making)
Mashed organic potatoes
Spinach
Artichoke and Portabello Lasanga with homemade Bechamel Sauce

Dessert:
Vasilopita (St. Basil's Day Cake... traditional to New Years)
Peppermint Candy Cane Truffles

Needless to say, I've spent quite a bit of time in the kitchen today and last night, but it will definitely be worth it.

Happy New Years! Have fun and be safe!