Welcoming the Easter Bunny will be easy this year. The weather is fantastic; the grass is already green and the colorful and vibrant spring flowers are flourishing. As a matter of fact, it was such a mild winter that we had a few lingering carrots in our garden. I believe that the Easter Bunny might…
Category: Baking
Cynthia’s 24 Carrots delicious baked goodies.
Fenikia and Kourambiethes
My daughter Melissa just received her Master’s Degree in Education. Words cannot express how proud I am of her achievement. After the Graduation Commencement we celebrated with family and friends and lots and lots of delicious food. I baked all of the desserts for this momentous occasion including Kourambiethes and Fenikia (sometimes spelled Finikia). Fenikia…
Ayyam-i-Ha Sugar Cookies
According to www.BahaiUS.com, Baha’u’llah said, “It behoveth the people of Baha, throughout these days, to provide good cheer for themselves, their kindred and, beyond them, the poor and needy, and with joy and exultation to hail and glorify their Lord, to sing His praise and magnify His Name.” Baha’is celebrate the festival of Ayyam-i-Ha each…
Rose Velvet Cupcakes Recipe for Valentine’s Day!
One day each year is devoted to the celebration of LOVE and tomorrow is that day! Chocolate, hearts and roses tend to emblazon Valentine’s Day celebrations. These iconic images are meant to guarantee a sweet and loving celebration. My sweetheart deserves something special for our Valentine celebration. It would be wonderful to combine the chocolate,…
Gingerbread Reindeer Cookies!
I have been attending a Cookie Swap hosted by my friend Melinda and her daughter Jenny for the past ten years. It is hard for me to believe that ten years has past so quickly. The good news is that each year the cookies get better and better. It is an event that I look…
Party Ideas for Children – Old MacDonald Cupcakes
Old MacDonald had a farm… E I E I O and on his farm he had some… CUPCAKES! E I E I O! Old MacDonald Party for Preschoolers Old MacDonald Had A Farm is an American Classic and has been sung by countless generations of children. What makes it such a beloved song is its…