Originally uploaded by Jax House SNOW! Out first snowfall of the year transformed our usual painful morning routine into a happy start to the day. We got in some fun before school. I don’t mind that snow in the least. At least I know then the temps will be bearable and it keeps everything bright….
Author: Jacky Hackett
Questions for the Birthday Girl
Today is my birthday. I am 40. I am not yet sure how that makes me feel. Though does it really matter, I mean what am I going to do about it? Have a calm talk with my age and convince it to roll back a few years or ten. I think not. I remember…
Three Amigos
Three Amigos Originally uploaded by Jax House I was on pie duty for Thanksgiving. Backing is not my strong, but they turned out OK. They are not the prettiest pies, but hey that just makes them look more rustic and authentically homemade. The pies I made were Apple Pie, Pumpkin Ice Cream Pie, and French…
Most Thankful
This Thanksgiving I am thankful for… A long weekend, most thankful for having a job. My family, most thankful for friends that are like family. Having my son home this semester, most thankful he is headed back to CO (for his sake). Food on the table, most thankful for great meals with great people. My…
Girl walks into a bar…
Stop me if you have heard this one before. Girl walks into a bar and they all yell surprise! My husband surprised me with an early 40th birthday dinner celebration at one of our favorite local restaurants. The supposed plan was to go out with our good friends for dinner at Frontera Grill, but first…
How long are 18 inch hair extensions?
Here is proof Google does in fact make us dumber. No time now to get into why I was “Googling” 18 inch hair extensions.
Sundays
Every Sunday I look forward to a hot cup of coffee and the New York Times Magazine. I generally read the magazine from cover to cover, though some time it takes me all week to complete it. The Questions For column is my absolute favorite. There is never a week that I don’t learn a…
Fall in a Pie Crust
A friend raved about this recipe on Facebook a few weeks back, not sure how I overlooked when it was posted on Simply Recipes (a favorite blog with great recipes). At first glance I have to stay it did not sound too good to me. I decided to give it a try anyway since a friend…
End of Season
Our final CSA delivery has come and gone. It was a good season, lots of variety and eggs were included this year too. My copy of From Aspargus to Zucchinni has yet to let me down on the recipe side. The latest success was acorn squash stuffed with grilled vegetables and corn bread. Delicious, even the kids at it…
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Today I link you to a fabulous write up of Hackoween, the annual Hackett Halloween extravaganza. Lazy blogger, I know.