ON THE MENU MONDAY WEEK OF APRIL 30, 2012

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjaRcS2SqF00PVY98hLQa8nLfRRehIX_hgJrSA__4odFPuTrCzEY5KROWiFgW9M0IMLgSuW9RPCialWEepKU-XJh5aUPp2OPFcWRVVOS9PlHLi2W8wVQcxeE7uViLo7ATitAg8Nz2uiEM/s1600/Weekly+Menu+4-30-12+BLOG.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjaRcS2SqF00PVY98hLQa8nLfRRehIX_hgJrSA__4odFPuTrCzEY5KROWiFgW9M0IMLgSuW9RPCialWEepKU-XJh5aUPp2OPFcWRVVOS9PlHLi2W8wVQcxeE7uViLo7ATitAg8Nz2uiEM/s640/Weekly+Menu+4-30-12+BLOG.png" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">H</span>ow do you mark time? We all have our own internal system of marking the passing of a year. </span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I mark time by Holidays (birthdays count as holidays)! It must be the first grade teacher in me. Easter has passed and now I am counting down to Mother's Day and Memorial Day! </span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I have not yet planned out my Mother's Day celebration. My dear Mother lives in San Antonio and in Lancaster County. She will be home (WHERE SHE<b> BELONGS</b>!) for Mother's Day. I am hoping my children will be as well...</span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"></span><br /><a name='more'></a><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I am not much for going out to eat on a special day, like Mother's Day. Too crowded. Prix fixe menus and higher prices. Push then in and shove them out. Not my idea of dining! Okay, I think you get the picture... little pet peeve here! </span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Maybe this year we can all go on a picnic, if the weather cooperates.  Maybe a game of croquet, a game of bocchi and some great music.  Sound like fun. doesn't it. I better start planning so...</span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Here's what's ON THE MENU...</span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: x-large;"><b>MONDAY</b></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Homemade Artisan Pizza</span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Arugula, Shaved Parmesan, Pine Nut In A Lemon Vinaigrette</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; text-align: center;">                                                    </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span></div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><b style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-large;">TUESDAY~ SLOW COOKER DAY</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Bacon Wrapped Barbecued Chicken Breasts</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Roasted Root Vegetables</span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /></span></div></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><br /></span></span></div></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: x-large;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><b>WEDNESDAY</b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><br /></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="line-height: 16px;">Carmalized Onion, Bacon And Potato Tart</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="line-height: 16px;">Endive Boats With Blue, Clementines, Toasted Walnuts And Balsamic Reduction</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><br /></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><br /></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large; line-height: 16px;"><b><br /></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large; line-height: 16px;"><b>THURSDAY~SLOW COOKER DAY</b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large; line-height: 16px;"><b><br /></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="line-height: 16px;">Herbed Biscuit Topped Beef Stew</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="line-height: 16px;">Green Beans </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: x-large;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><b><br /></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: x-large;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><b><br /></b></span></span></div></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">FRIDAY </span></b><br />Salmon, Asparagus And Bow Tie Pasta In Sherry Cream~ Look for an upcoming post this week<br />Antipasta Salad<br /><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: x-large;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><b>Saturday</b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: x-large;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><b><br /></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="line-height: 16px;">Ceasar Salad With Grilled Chicken</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><br /></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij4tpADrGUO86StxvfUumq4CLsRKuGcN7P37iq4GbDybLx1jCnXDoU4Ak1lUHlQNYRhcNoP_jTALvfLA5XzOX5-EsZphbDJip6-eRJwiXUeYeROvYIiEwZ1Lb01wXnAjiFql01PxbcKlA/s640/Copy+of+IMG_3903.JPG" /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="line-height: 16px;"><br /></span></span></div></div><div><div style="background-color: white; line-height: 16px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-top: 10px; text-align: -webkit-auto;"><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">SUNDAY</span></b><br /><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Herb Crusted Pork Loin</div><div style="text-align: center;">Boston Bibb Lettuce With Fresh Figs, Gorgonzola And Prosciutto<br /><br /><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">ON THE MENU PRINTABLE RECIPES...</span></b><br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-artisan-pizza">Artisan Individual Pizzas</a><br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/barbecue-wrapped-chicken-from-stonegable-s-kitchen">Bacon Wrapped Barbecued Chicken</a><br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/caramelized-onion-bacon-and-potato-tart-from-stonegable-s-kitchen">Carmalized Onion, Bacon And Potato Tart</a><br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/biscuit-topped-slow-cooker-beef-stew">Herbed Biscuit Topped Beef Stew ~ Slow Cooker </a><br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/antipasta-salad-from-stonegable-s-kitchen">Antipasta Salad</a><br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/herb-crusted-pork-loin-from-the">Herb Crusted Pork Loin</a><br /><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/boston-lettuce-with-figs-gorgonzola-and-prosciutto-from-stonegable-kitchen">Boston Lettuce With Figs, Gorgonzola And Prosciutto</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">ON THE MENU CULINARY TUTORIALS</span></b><br /><a href="http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2011/01/stonegable-ceasar-salad.html">Ceasar Salad</a><br /><br /><br /><br />OTHER RECIPES ON THE MENU...</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4R_1HW8W0xXMYczhyphenhyphenlt2VNDr9P290rKwcpEIv6i2GyIZPWIhhZnrZ3IbJoH5PKaeYVetfLyZgAu4dQRC5-VagyF21TrAfQFiV47tjlZo2wD82z8Jmz3B0y5RQ64nEXZv8yYO93KcrpoU/s640/pretzel1.jpg" width="483" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://back4secondsblog.blogspot.com/2012/04/gooey-chewy-pretzel-bars.html#comment-form">Gooey Chewy Pretzel Bars</a><br />from<br />Back For Seconds<br /><br /><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-large;">Now what's ON YOUR MENU...</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXKjWNGirP4rsCdWqWkQEQ6ONoJH5cZy_s_J1SwpO0SX4NlUHqQu6hJwCjHrk2kc_-cW4fp79iwH8CtWEmyDP_W0w9T5yMLXW8oeLRgI_17o4n2b1uzCJj-5E-iK_ybUvZzNG6aXM0qSg/s640/On+The+Menu+Regular+Size.png" /><br /><br /><br /><div style="background-color: white; 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ON THE MENU MONDAY WEEK OF APRIL 30, 2012

How do you mark time? We all have our own internal system of marking the passing of a year. I mark time by Holidays (birthdays count as holidays)! It must be the first grade teacher in me. Easter has passed and now I am counting down to Mother's Day and Memorial Day! I have not yet planned out my Mo…

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SUNDAY SCRIPTURE~ April 29, 2012

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/1CBNE25rtnE" width="420"></iframe></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The Earth is the Lord's and everything in it. The world and all it's people belong to HIM!</div><div style="text-align: center;">Psalm 24:1</div></div><div></div> </div>

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE~ April 29, 2012

The Earth is the Lord's and everything in it. The world and all it's people belong to HIM!Psalm 24:1 …

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FRONT PORCH FLOWERS

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGT6kEssrjdmf2J-gfbe5XM6roRtqrrk5eUJU8nPMIJepJr9GZ2NT3ar7NS4vjIxcoICHJptNPlN78g4C6_36l066IXmYTeTnPLC8OXdRkQiLlq4-cWPpy7EtyjjsaWTbBRF69cbxG5n0/s1600/Potting+Plants+2012+Title+Page+BLOG.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGT6kEssrjdmf2J-gfbe5XM6roRtqrrk5eUJU8nPMIJepJr9GZ2NT3ar7NS4vjIxcoICHJptNPlN78g4C6_36l066IXmYTeTnPLC8OXdRkQiLlq4-cWPpy7EtyjjsaWTbBRF69cbxG5n0/s640/Potting+Plants+2012+Title+Page+BLOG.png" width="426" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I look forward to THIS weekend all year! I think about it in the cold and dreary winter months... and as the time approaches the excitement builds!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">This is the weekend Bobby and I go flower shopping! We peruse our local greenhouses. I want to hit every Amish greenhouses dotting the countryside!  Bobby is really there to lift and carry... and watch me as I dance down the isles filled with all sorts of plants, lost in a floral frenzy...</div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><a name='more'></a><div style="text-align: center;"><br />I LOVE deciding what I will plant in all of the porch planters at StoneGable.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I even have themes for each year's designs... A SALUTE TO OUR MILITARY ~red, white and blue, the year our son enlisted... BRIDAL BLUSH~ soft blushy pinks and frilly whites, the year our daughter got married,  CACOPHONY~ a profusion of whatever I felt like planting that year.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN6QDDnHt4yNOTCR5Q9h5pBzz0gbPW-BD7jpRXCKIgSh-u27zCCCypRj0pIezCGEBRQRmmOoTbXrTtTI5udLXLAA5tMrR9jPrFRdhG_D9SH4nMhlVz7iBYUV6Q_BYSMlF-cJ7B1pFrSxI/s1600/Potting+Plants+6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN6QDDnHt4yNOTCR5Q9h5pBzz0gbPW-BD7jpRXCKIgSh-u27zCCCypRj0pIezCGEBRQRmmOoTbXrTtTI5udLXLAA5tMrR9jPrFRdhG_D9SH4nMhlVz7iBYUV6Q_BYSMlF-cJ7B1pFrSxI/s640/Potting+Plants+6.jpg" width="432" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Cacophony 2009</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I called last year SHADOWS AND LIGHT~ a mix of purples and whites.</div><div style="text-align: center;">Here is a glimpse of  just a couple of pots planted last year.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3RW5Gzsj56SjuDKrHY_VvYl9Ui6YPDcc4bRfNXheYtIql8rC8ISROlW5RHxlv7etYI8aLB-KMjk_vad8h2lmiypfbrldXGIWAKj-ERmkhim74YLZEQCDYjQdmMT4uISP5FMv4HKkN-QY/s1600/Potting+Plants+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3RW5Gzsj56SjuDKrHY_VvYl9Ui6YPDcc4bRfNXheYtIql8rC8ISROlW5RHxlv7etYI8aLB-KMjk_vad8h2lmiypfbrldXGIWAKj-ERmkhim74YLZEQCDYjQdmMT4uISP5FMv4HKkN-QY/s640/Potting+Plants+3.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYtZc23BqgwtJ69awtSWXceUClXgeT2B4lyeElL6X5HsjGHwhyphenhyphenrZISu5UQdDkh8_0uS3zaoLO8VX4HqYuweR-M7ryvHP9FGBIT0moJ_eRlazvLcXgT1kqe2h_uW0yPk3srI8divL0tcUc/s1600/Potting+Plants+5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYtZc23BqgwtJ69awtSWXceUClXgeT2B4lyeElL6X5HsjGHwhyphenhyphenrZISu5UQdDkh8_0uS3zaoLO8VX4HqYuweR-M7ryvHP9FGBIT0moJ_eRlazvLcXgT1kqe2h_uW0yPk3srI8divL0tcUc/s640/Potting+Plants+5.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQbjjH-CCJLI4dqlbBET9TRj5x29UqHtEiW-YVpFiBL3yDhF1bb5kT3RMNsPg0vJT-i2TZal5MLqpUfkCF4gWxwHHXGkqmmZmKw8YDphq479xsbNCKQzkiL0UiccIakt4vs5pc53-DxkU/s1600/IMG_0304.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQbjjH-CCJLI4dqlbBET9TRj5x29UqHtEiW-YVpFiBL3yDhF1bb5kT3RMNsPg0vJT-i2TZal5MLqpUfkCF4gWxwHHXGkqmmZmKw8YDphq479xsbNCKQzkiL0UiccIakt4vs5pc53-DxkU/s640/IMG_0304.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Last evening I (well, Bobby and son Christopher) filled the back of my car with some of this years flowers.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I was out in my pj's early this morning taking these pictures of the back of my car. Can you see the direction I am going this year?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhynrpBYoRn7MKKmDQtCw-NcCJekFqXfby13D-IC81x9zG3GO8dlsmEhoKofSSlvBvuKXeG3de7C4MupA-PvcGVK0IIS1udGloEj3Iid2MLxZcmwv-bSyODnM5wYcs-uAbQwA39Vkie6Ts/s1600/Plants+in+car+2012.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhynrpBYoRn7MKKmDQtCw-NcCJekFqXfby13D-IC81x9zG3GO8dlsmEhoKofSSlvBvuKXeG3de7C4MupA-PvcGVK0IIS1udGloEj3Iid2MLxZcmwv-bSyODnM5wYcs-uAbQwA39Vkie6Ts/s640/Plants+in+car+2012.png" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Last year's mix of purples, whites and greens worked so well with my front porch. I think I will do something similar this year... just with more white.</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This years theme is...</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">WHITE BLISS</span></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj48RA7xX4hfReMODHeTkVE6meSac7GtaVOXXAg8gG18MsmwiU9di8kKlCgv5PZDzU0hvzrM95Zlj1d24Ga5QqSqsRsZERMUU0SXha8Wy_80Zu2so_oTf2dSArPHTguRBRufw56on7oq6w/s1600/potting+plants+7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj48RA7xX4hfReMODHeTkVE6meSac7GtaVOXXAg8gG18MsmwiU9di8kKlCgv5PZDzU0hvzrM95Zlj1d24Ga5QqSqsRsZERMUU0SXha8Wy_80Zu2so_oTf2dSArPHTguRBRufw56on7oq6w/s640/potting+plants+7.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Now I am off to find more frilly white flowers! I hope those Amish buggies don't slow me down!!!!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="javascript:void((function(){var%20e=document.createElement('script');e.setAttribute('type','text/javascript');e.setAttribute('charset','UTF-8');e.setAttribute('src','http://assets.pinterest.com/js/pinmarklet.js?r='+Math.random()*99999999);document.body.appendChild(e)})());"><img alt="Pin It" class="aligncenter" src="http://www.clickinmoms.com/cmprodaily/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/pinit.jpg" /></a></div></div> </div>

FRONT PORCH FLOWERS

I look forward to THIS weekend all year! I think about it in the cold and dreary winter months... and as the time approaches the excitement builds!This is the weekend Bobby and I go flower shopping! We peruse our local greenhouses. I want to hit every Amish greenhouses dotting the countryside!  Bobb…

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EASY PEASY HORS D'OEUVRES

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3aq86I3V7NbF8p5DghB1gDtvsEzaatduH3wmd6deS4E8IbHDKJ066_H6J_942uFzieMKk-fI7uYDAaeJ1PEq3wmxQUwxquVxulmfeE76q6JnCn5GYwc9epiQWiVdEFe4M217s0WkqGzY/s1600/Easy+Hors+d'oeuvres+Title+Page+BLOG.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3aq86I3V7NbF8p5DghB1gDtvsEzaatduH3wmd6deS4E8IbHDKJ066_H6J_942uFzieMKk-fI7uYDAaeJ1PEq3wmxQUwxquVxulmfeE76q6JnCn5GYwc9epiQWiVdEFe4M217s0WkqGzY/s640/Easy+Hors+d'oeuvres+Title+Page+BLOG.png" width="426" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">This beautiful plate of hors d'oeuvres took minutes to make an assemble. And doesn't it look yummy!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">A  plate like this can be used as hors d'oeuvres or even as part of a meal. It has those scrumptious Mediterranean flavors we all love!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">No one will care that you didn't spend hours slaving away in the kitchen when they can nibble on such great savories...</div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><a name='more'></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">All these intensely flavored tidbits came from my grocer's deli isle. I am just amazed at all the wonderful, high quality food we can get ready-to-eat from the grocer's!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIZiduPu0glPUqOuE6vzkOEITDDYfQ1mf51nWlaSGw7jNuSuq04Dg6ORqv6d2cURnK2Sb6Jm5KZiB7xLx68rXaUq5Wm6AUa-_AmbocNbj_pkhYCwx1ZxWoouxCBKxiDBsdkRTtclXo24w/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5865.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIZiduPu0glPUqOuE6vzkOEITDDYfQ1mf51nWlaSGw7jNuSuq04Dg6ORqv6d2cURnK2Sb6Jm5KZiB7xLx68rXaUq5Wm6AUa-_AmbocNbj_pkhYCwx1ZxWoouxCBKxiDBsdkRTtclXo24w/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5865.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I chose 3 distinct flavors for my hors d'oeuvre platter. A tangy tomato bruschetta, pungent oil cured olives and soft cheeses. Three  selections are plenty... even for a group!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Toasting the baguettes was the only cooking I did. A day old baguette was cut up, brushed with olive oil and put into a 400 degree oven for 15 minutes until they were just golden brown and crisp. To make this appetizer even easier, store bought panini  could be substituted.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvBfjq0eJGIxxzrcqw6rNjRq8Ud3dP9KA-a_xnXaWLfZC4bJlSwQ1InC_wflJX2SBIipBriLBGbW3rX_47hgBm4R6roybISeMP9sUA652RralpMRsOfvyxVuX-pMUGckneKkztlzl70Eg/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5864.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvBfjq0eJGIxxzrcqw6rNjRq8Ud3dP9KA-a_xnXaWLfZC4bJlSwQ1InC_wflJX2SBIipBriLBGbW3rX_47hgBm4R6roybISeMP9sUA652RralpMRsOfvyxVuX-pMUGckneKkztlzl70Eg/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5864.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I think the real trick to making GOOD QUALITY store bought food  into a delicious starter or part of a meal is the presentation. We all eat with our eyes first!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> The food itself is so colorful and sensual that I served it on a very neutral, all white background.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> It is important to stage store bought hors d'oeuvres to look better than homemade. I added fresh herbs to the mozzarella and feta cheese as well as the bruschetta.  And drizzling a little extra olive oil over the olives made them look shiny and plump.</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiux-TxD5_5KbK34JNKZeKficUM8acKdh9d7b_Im-nGYiMupTzgHGK0J2VlDeLa0Ijh8Mfh_hS8Ipp73WwmB6yyJw-ZRP9iHkkEp_e-K18H5JyKBawIHA9FyMZ-SlZTHofbyNDMzYbRXcY/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5869.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiux-TxD5_5KbK34JNKZeKficUM8acKdh9d7b_Im-nGYiMupTzgHGK0J2VlDeLa0Ijh8Mfh_hS8Ipp73WwmB6yyJw-ZRP9iHkkEp_e-K18H5JyKBawIHA9FyMZ-SlZTHofbyNDMzYbRXcY/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5869.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here are some great deli isle finds to add to an hors d'oeuvre platter...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~bruschetta</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~olives</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~fresh cheeses</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~roasted red peppers</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~hummus</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~marinaded mushrooms</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~marinaded artichoke hearts</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~marinaded heart of palm</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~pickled vegetables</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~tapenades</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~ onion marmalade</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~soft cheeses</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~tzatziki</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~ pate'</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~ toasted baguettes</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~panini rounds</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~flatbread</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~bread sticks</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~toasted pita triangles</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg050Pj4wAT9eSNHDUiP9tcSk_Dn6gZbNuOlDc0W-4NKsBrvzcbDgQ8o6Sn2CoyiSqbDlE0LHMuavxPIfsM0f_79mvQpGpe1w7F1kg45fLlXmqjnkFkbsA-f554EuircNpvZTQX-w76mWU/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5874.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg050Pj4wAT9eSNHDUiP9tcSk_Dn6gZbNuOlDc0W-4NKsBrvzcbDgQ8o6Sn2CoyiSqbDlE0LHMuavxPIfsM0f_79mvQpGpe1w7F1kg45fLlXmqjnkFkbsA-f554EuircNpvZTQX-w76mWU/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5874.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So save yourself a whole lot of work and pick up some tasty bites at the deli isle! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here is my rule of thumb for entertaining...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">If I am cooking a meal, I buy the hors d'oeuvres... and if I make the hors d'oeuvres... we grill!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="javascript:void((function(){var%20e=document.createElement('script');e.setAttribute('type','text/javascript');e.setAttribute('charset','UTF-8');e.setAttribute('src','http://assets.pinterest.com/js/pinmarklet.js?r='+Math.random()*99999999);document.body.appendChild(e)})());"><img alt="Pin It" class="aligncenter" src="http://www.clickinmoms.com/cmprodaily/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/pinit.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I am joining <a href="http://designsbygollum.blogspot.com/2012/04/foodie-friday-giveaway.html">FOODIE FRIDAY</a> at Rattlebridge Farm<br /><a href="http://mizhelenscountrycottage.blogspot.com/2012/05/full-plate-thursday-5-10-12.html">Full Plate Thursday</a> at Miz Helen's</div></div> </div>

EASY PEASY HORS D'OEUVRES

This beautiful plate of hors d'oeuvres took minutes to make an assemble. And doesn't it look yummy!A  plate like this can be used as hors d'oeuvres or even as part of a meal. It has those scrumptious Mediterranean flavors we all love!No one will care that you didn't spend hours slaving away in the k…

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BREAKFAST ON THE BACK PORCH

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyxVv6kGiKEYr4zQKiTJ6CHDB56ofczU0ejXvbAZQ3p5wlquCtJDwVMED1518fsn6H5R3vKvVHRq742nEGZcN0ucHmRuqc6o8RuEatt49P9s_wXQuskDB6aKJD3JF2mRps3HdjDQ7com0/s1600/Breakfast+On+the+Back+Porch~+Title+Page~+BLOG.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyxVv6kGiKEYr4zQKiTJ6CHDB56ofczU0ejXvbAZQ3p5wlquCtJDwVMED1518fsn6H5R3vKvVHRq742nEGZcN0ucHmRuqc6o8RuEatt49P9s_wXQuskDB6aKJD3JF2mRps3HdjDQ7com0/s640/Breakfast+On+the+Back+Porch~+Title+Page~+BLOG.png" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Today is a beautiful, sunny spring day here at StoneGable. The kind of day made for being outside all day long!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I can't think of a better way to start my day than with breakfast on the back porch....</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><a name='more'></a><br /><br /><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I've never been much of a breakfast girl until recently. Now that I am eating something every morning I can honestly say I feel much better throughout the day.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Today's breakfast is served in a white rattan tray... just perfect for one! It is covered with a pretty blue and white dish towel ( Wm-Sonoma). I love this  fresh periwinkle color!</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Blues and whites have always been a favorite color palette of mine. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmKlSqZnqWDbrZ9fixKfXOCHO827euXyx3FPeXCl2SKGl-lWEkgwsjNs9M_-hhpHReND05ng4z2IYLWazN6-t6odtLkpAwhuxe90eoqfxsMN4ZWrqoNLi419ef5VPTEWGUPNX889qM9Vw/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5952.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmKlSqZnqWDbrZ9fixKfXOCHO827euXyx3FPeXCl2SKGl-lWEkgwsjNs9M_-hhpHReND05ng4z2IYLWazN6-t6odtLkpAwhuxe90eoqfxsMN4ZWrqoNLi419ef5VPTEWGUPNX889qM9Vw/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5952.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I start every morning off with a big cup... or 5... of coffee. Do you have a favorite coffee mug? This is mine (Ralph Lauren from HomeGoods). </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Having a pretty mug that is all my own is part of my morning ritual. Making things special... even little things... brings a graceful quality to life!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSc1NxjSwuTsoqj-8OhLSPIu3i9edwFOBrHhrZbehLetSePmSaKQ1GOxk3MALv20Rx7SXuqXcYUPOFLsUAceJOCEykhQIjlh2ym1CZHhhd3xjcO4sN2-LqcicCO1eyZHPidnNW3FU3WOA/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5958.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSc1NxjSwuTsoqj-8OhLSPIu3i9edwFOBrHhrZbehLetSePmSaKQ1GOxk3MALv20Rx7SXuqXcYUPOFLsUAceJOCEykhQIjlh2ym1CZHhhd3xjcO4sN2-LqcicCO1eyZHPidnNW3FU3WOA/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5958.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #073763; font-size: large;">BREAKFAST</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Strong Coffee With Cream</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Soft Boiled Egg</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Soldiers, Buttered Toast Sticks</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Yogurt and Berries</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghP3-YtriOGJSVwB01foYxVaO1TETc1XHqUauPczrnZUIyzeND1x7qMOHWyZaNy8ORcEBJwGfDqRtFgCmDEG7bKYsa2iKXZ6Czu1tuIeEntfuqElAEEoVjmsAJGQcF2KcY7AXK46Y53Ic/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5961.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghP3-YtriOGJSVwB01foYxVaO1TETc1XHqUauPczrnZUIyzeND1x7qMOHWyZaNy8ORcEBJwGfDqRtFgCmDEG7bKYsa2iKXZ6Czu1tuIeEntfuqElAEEoVjmsAJGQcF2KcY7AXK46Y53Ic/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5961.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">There are so may opinions for cooking a perfect soft boiled egg. Here's  how I cook mine. Easy and straightforward.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizj_MoymtBqT4Q2wVmhk-BxTtJDBcGuiW0403-YfdjUOQBQQ1OLBS95dy5lHQ8Dc7AZI_NjeRoYL-l0sX_v7ExVSzWQJBa_Hc9u6MCGqf8KT76sfR51z0mQCQuWWtu69y8hGI8cjh0-pk/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5969.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizj_MoymtBqT4Q2wVmhk-BxTtJDBcGuiW0403-YfdjUOQBQQ1OLBS95dy5lHQ8Dc7AZI_NjeRoYL-l0sX_v7ExVSzWQJBa_Hc9u6MCGqf8KT76sfR51z0mQCQuWWtu69y8hGI8cjh0-pk/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5969.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #073763; font-size: large;">How To Cook A Perfect Soft Boiled Egg</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1. Take your eggs out of the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. They cook better at room temperature.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2. Bring a pot of water to a boil. The water must cover the eggs by 1 inch.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">3. Reduce the water to a simmer. Add eggs and cover with a lid.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">4.Simmer 4 minutes for a large egg. You might want to test this on an egg or two until you find your personal preference in doneness. You want the white of the egg to be soft and not rubbery and certainly not raw or runny. The yolk should be hot and loose.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">5. Pour out simmering water and run cold water over the eggs to stop the cooking process.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">6. Crack open the top, salt and pepper and enjoy!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I try to eat an egg or some protein every morning. It makes such a marked difference in my energy level. I also try to eat a mix of blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. Costco has a mix of these berries in the frozen section of the store. I divide them in 1 cup portions in baggies and grab one out of the freezer each day. I like them as much as just picked berries!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuD9arIZxULwZ4okrB1XbtTJTF6-MRupdUGYtEvFeznqaFRNg7jSsZhxpU5lE6lgC1wK0h31ki_xX104LwbWEOLkDcaivKAixBjidGYrH43wV-AxIdbStXpYe0XXaa177ALYULL3AljKs/s1600/Bon+Appetit~+Breaksast+On+The+Back+Porch.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuD9arIZxULwZ4okrB1XbtTJTF6-MRupdUGYtEvFeznqaFRNg7jSsZhxpU5lE6lgC1wK0h31ki_xX104LwbWEOLkDcaivKAixBjidGYrH43wV-AxIdbStXpYe0XXaa177ALYULL3AljKs/s640/Bon+Appetit~+Breaksast+On+The+Back+Porch.png" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="javascript:void((function(){var%20e=document.createElement('script');e.setAttribute('type','text/javascript');e.setAttribute('charset','UTF-8');e.setAttribute('src','http://assets.pinterest.com/js/pinmarklet.js?r='+Math.random()*99999999);document.body.appendChild(e)})());"><img alt="Pin It" class="aligncenter" src="http://www.clickinmoms.com/cmprodaily/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/pinit.jpg" /></a><br /><br />I am participating in:<br /><a href="http://www.cuisinekathleen.com/2012/04/let-dish-6-thrifty-tulip-inspired-table.html">LET'S DISH</a> at Cuisine Kathleen<br /><a href="http://designsbygollum.blogspot.com/2012/04/foodie-friday-giveaway.html">FOODIE FRIDAY</a> at Rattlebridge Farm<br /><a href="http://thetablescaper.blogspot.com/2012/04/seasonal-sundays-98details-of-dining.html">SEASONAL SUNDAYS</a> at The Tablescaper<br /><br /></div></div> </div><br /><br /><br /><br /><center><a href="http://www.betweennapsontheporch.blogspot.com/"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNHmdXU5vQQRYoTTpHOpaH1TXLA0fJ3A62_XNwxADqWDSzwc5BYTS4s-TMQFX4BfMzabzSDVZhXMjAT-98rDExAC18FrBnqKHlRT-9py2gDxX3A1KBa3zB-U71oxCruLpZtn4uYTbJCMeZ/s1600/TT+use.jpg" /></a></center></div>

BREAKFAST ON THE BACK PORCH

Today is a beautiful, sunny spring day here at StoneGable. The kind of day made for being outside all day long!I can't think of a better way to start my day than with breakfast on the back porch....I've never been much of a breakfast girl until recently. Now that I am eating something every morning …

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PILLOW LOVE

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaBJSFEqWPMkkDSh_3qQVT_GvFgknXFI5uj9nKg1CwpyqNGgkrpV9xZIhFziq16IRGe2chDIsrBVujOzTrzvfOhOmHmIjJ6rh-d-7bNDetnPzw7neVE_alVN93Uwd-8E1UJfsgNACuIx8/s1600/Title+Page+~+Pillow+Love+BLOG.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaBJSFEqWPMkkDSh_3qQVT_GvFgknXFI5uj9nKg1CwpyqNGgkrpV9xZIhFziq16IRGe2chDIsrBVujOzTrzvfOhOmHmIjJ6rh-d-7bNDetnPzw7neVE_alVN93Uwd-8E1UJfsgNACuIx8/s640/Title+Page+~+Pillow+Love+BLOG.png" width="426" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">P</span></b>illows are like jewelry for a home!  And I LOVE bling!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">They add color, pattern and texture. They add seasonal panache and warmth. Pillows can change with our moods!  </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">And they are a mini facelifts for any room...</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><a name='more'></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaO5jWM7-LZtYEJwb7JLyHSuYXi8JN7QY2AHxrX6HwkbH31bGDv1Pn42cmC3yFDvOXMrh6pLhA_W0x2OgDIver9aLMufgnD8cShdDT0gPiBQnBlPHpvJpaBYEeDdaPRb1_Oj-BkXcS37Q/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5917.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaO5jWM7-LZtYEJwb7JLyHSuYXi8JN7QY2AHxrX6HwkbH31bGDv1Pn42cmC3yFDvOXMrh6pLhA_W0x2OgDIver9aLMufgnD8cShdDT0gPiBQnBlPHpvJpaBYEeDdaPRb1_Oj-BkXcS37Q/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5917.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Pillows are the quickest way to update a tired piece of furniture and bring a new burst of color into any decor!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The pillows (Pottery Barn Outlet) on my family room sofa are rather calm and serene right now. Because this room is filled with neutrals, I try to add pillows with a refined and tailored... not fussy feel.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>It's difficult to get a great open shot of my pillows... the sofa "floats" between my breakfast area and family room.</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0iBOZOIW0YQDzjkGQKtVKmub_q14A7Lb57jw3kgT__krpBzMNglWsPxHxwAKXx7WLNE3IEvT-p7xt4HuDqCcdCM-Sn0o-_br0jmarijUgQc-zIFhtIDrw8gChfogipUGwCL5ZXQtI6_M/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5904.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0iBOZOIW0YQDzjkGQKtVKmub_q14A7Lb57jw3kgT__krpBzMNglWsPxHxwAKXx7WLNE3IEvT-p7xt4HuDqCcdCM-Sn0o-_br0jmarijUgQc-zIFhtIDrw8gChfogipUGwCL5ZXQtI6_M/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5904.JPG" width="478" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">In this month's issue of <a href="http://www.southernliving.com/home-garden/decorating/home-decorating-tips-00417000075851/">SOUTHERN LIVING MAGAZINE</a>, Pheobe Howard shares some simple steps for arranging pillows on a sofa<i>." Mrs. Howard gives her five pillow approach to creating a well composed sofa"</i>, the article reads<i>.</i> I think they are spot on! Here is a mix of StoneGable's and Mrs. Howard's ideas...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">1. Don't be matchy-matchy! Pillows and sofa or chair upholstery should not be the same !  Use a combination of solids and patterns. Add pillows with texture for a big visual punch! Mrs. Howard says to limit patterned fabric to one set of pillows. Good advice, but I say mix patterns! Here is where you can go a little wild! Pillows are not a huge investment... experiment!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">2. When arranging five pillows on a sofa, the outside pillows should be the largest. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My two brown linen, jute trimmed piilows are 22 inches. Next to them are two 18 inch linen pillows in a deep rust. They sport a large tortoise shell button enclosure.... nice detail.  Because I wanted the pillows to give color and texture to the room without a whole lot of pattern I used two different solid colors next to each other.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVCFZnS6wuIodbgRUOHYjLrLyynzJ0mB8Ebm_PR8y323jl1VdeghQEAl1JldbmbfZnVIyYKLtpviDqFwRIN9cG3nbiGQGbYgVxzwkXH1KzlqUzGIy7ml2Vk87mlpQerGcIhRuJQcBXdjY/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5902.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVCFZnS6wuIodbgRUOHYjLrLyynzJ0mB8Ebm_PR8y323jl1VdeghQEAl1JldbmbfZnVIyYKLtpviDqFwRIN9cG3nbiGQGbYgVxzwkXH1KzlqUzGIy7ml2Vk87mlpQerGcIhRuJQcBXdjY/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5902.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">3. Keep the look balanced but not too symmetrical. Throw in an extra odd shaped pillow. Here is where you can get creative. Choose a third pattern with colors that tie it to the total look.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I chose a beautiful crewel-look pillow in a very traditional pattern. It is timeless. It will never go out of style and will look good in any season. It brings interest to my neutral family room and ties in the colors of my sofa and other pillows. This will be my go-to pillow!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW0b1H6q70zB__ANMSr88-967c2HmQYWQMF2d2wBOnzhtDTKv0nsDwYrsi33KD6H02iXCF7xW05tROxE0JjqPoEueNEmbZ_ZasHPbi5NxGGbcwNaKCyrL14zjCEj52OhzR4Y2JvZ9Ce7U/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5910.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW0b1H6q70zB__ANMSr88-967c2HmQYWQMF2d2wBOnzhtDTKv0nsDwYrsi33KD6H02iXCF7xW05tROxE0JjqPoEueNEmbZ_ZasHPbi5NxGGbcwNaKCyrL14zjCEj52OhzR4Y2JvZ9Ce7U/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5910.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The embroidered pattern adds a touch of refined style to my farmhouse family room!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0ktuhw2XB0qIaduQbXjFOk4lJ-cLjcKPma-9gP3JyQ4PyAUzpalekGTRa1z4xDetdwz6lohOKhPTqRZj0cFhvD__hWu1rjBRFY9ofXAakKd7kSRTloZRsP7LV4Qmn1Tcyx0XArxOgZv4/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5913.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0ktuhw2XB0qIaduQbXjFOk4lJ-cLjcKPma-9gP3JyQ4PyAUzpalekGTRa1z4xDetdwz6lohOKhPTqRZj0cFhvD__hWu1rjBRFY9ofXAakKd7kSRTloZRsP7LV4Qmn1Tcyx0XArxOgZv4/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5913.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR5AvaYcVyVHp7vT6fBzrjaHLKvY2fl-wm9FM_7p2RjyRfy_4bCBTkX6Mlg1zXPwpm4BVeLH4V6wfGSz1jNgPxzdquYWyqJi2PzdJIn7F-bVCPfw7LsoD6o2tZY5vAfD1v445VaxzAbZk/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5914.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR5AvaYcVyVHp7vT6fBzrjaHLKvY2fl-wm9FM_7p2RjyRfy_4bCBTkX6Mlg1zXPwpm4BVeLH4V6wfGSz1jNgPxzdquYWyqJi2PzdJIn7F-bVCPfw7LsoD6o2tZY5vAfD1v445VaxzAbZk/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5914.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">4. Use pillow covers and down inserts.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">There are so many reasons to buy pillow covers. Pillows covers can be taken off easily to be cleaned. Some pillow covers can go right in the washer and dryer!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Pillow covers are often less expensive than ready-filled pillows. And you can control the stuffing material.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">When you need a new look, just take off the pillow cover and replace it with another.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My favorite reason for using a pillow cover is that they store beautifully. When the cover is done for the season, I clean them, fold them and stack them in my linen closet. No big bulky pillows!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Make the investment of good down pillow forms. They look and feel so much better. If you are allergic to down, use a high quality hypoallergenic down. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I have found a very acceptable alternative to an all down insert as they can be very pricey. It is a feather/down blend insert from Pottery Barn. They are inexpensive, look nice and have been durable... without feathers popping through the casing. To see these inserts click <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/products/down-synthetic-pillow-inserts/?pkey=cpillow-inserts-basic-bedding">HERE</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPYSp0YaTJR1NoLVaSbeHf-kiwwxYAAWZmu0KjDDFUCPXaLWeOM13-puJVA4j6ZjuG2P94pqM1N5CVJaZC-p-Ku9p6C9l9TmATmtOYrtv9CCbxin0Q8u3MQ0dYWbdEmLiaDazSgo7Fl6A/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5911.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPYSp0YaTJR1NoLVaSbeHf-kiwwxYAAWZmu0KjDDFUCPXaLWeOM13-puJVA4j6ZjuG2P94pqM1N5CVJaZC-p-Ku9p6C9l9TmATmtOYrtv9CCbxin0Q8u3MQ0dYWbdEmLiaDazSgo7Fl6A/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5911.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">5. Overstuff your pillows.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">If your pillow cover is 20 inches, stuff it with a 22 inch insert. I learned this trick by trial and error. Upsizing an insert gives a pillow a full fluffy look.  Thin, limp pillows are not attractive!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Use a "euro sham" pillow insert for a 24 inch pillow. You won't believe the difference it makes!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Mrs. Howard says DON'T karate chop your pillows... I didn't for these photographs. But the jury is still out... don't you just want to give those pillows a little quick chop?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcWEv4yhSvAj2CfdXAhINwZUM99IGd0ZT2Z4mYOGyHUo3qV0K6XE9YiHFWCY3i5QQFFvpAzcmwbZ6SXdJIffkt7WSJFIXh0eD2HCi4htHXH-tk0F_uNdZIVCXeRfO_5W09Va6yevN4cso/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5906.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcWEv4yhSvAj2CfdXAhINwZUM99IGd0ZT2Z4mYOGyHUo3qV0K6XE9YiHFWCY3i5QQFFvpAzcmwbZ6SXdJIffkt7WSJFIXh0eD2HCi4htHXH-tk0F_uNdZIVCXeRfO_5W09Va6yevN4cso/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5906.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I must admit, I have a wee little obsession with pillows, and change them often. Because of this I do not make a big investment in any one pillow cover. There are wonderful places to find upscale pillow covers that can keep us within our budgets... etsy and outlets are my favorite pillow haunts. And don't forget we can make them ourselves! I have a beautiful piece of washed burlap just waiting to become a pillow cover!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">As always, decorating is a personal expression! Enjoy and be creative!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="javascript:void((function(){var%20e=document.createElement('script');e.setAttribute('type','text/javascript');e.setAttribute('charset','UTF-8');e.setAttribute('src','http://assets.pinterest.com/js/pinmarklet.js?r='+Math.random()*99999999);document.body.appendChild(e)})());"><img alt="Pin It" class="aligncenter" src="http://www.clickinmoms.com/cmprodaily/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/pinit.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I am joining Thistlewood Farm  for <a href="http://www.thistlewoodfarms.com/">PILLOW PALOOZA 2012</a> </div></div> </div><br /><a border="0" href="http://savvysouthernstyle.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u87/auntdoi/SavvySouthernWOWButtonReverse.png" /></a></div>

PILLOW LOVE

Pillows are like jewelry for a home!  And I LOVE bling!They add color, pattern and texture. They add seasonal panache and warmth. Pillows can change with our moods!  And they are a mini facelifts for any room...Pillows are the quickest way to update a tired piece of furniture and bring a new burst o…

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ON THE MENU

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYxjwyMqd4zWGlV6-OH1MqAaQlH7_RqhPPIcvimZaFENisjMXFqgpOCE-et2BR1gnLsAe-3c0K_RQCIpro4_Xfyv2uUZmGI-Kt0b3PT5BmyCP3fw96pV_C8rmJw21m-spsv7BB_Jd9Sp4/s1600/Weekly+Menu+4-23-12+BLOG.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYxjwyMqd4zWGlV6-OH1MqAaQlH7_RqhPPIcvimZaFENisjMXFqgpOCE-et2BR1gnLsAe-3c0K_RQCIpro4_Xfyv2uUZmGI-Kt0b3PT5BmyCP3fw96pV_C8rmJw21m-spsv7BB_Jd9Sp4/s640/Weekly+Menu+4-23-12+BLOG.png" width="426" /></a></div><b><br /></b><br />I just got home from a RELAXING girl's weekend on the Chesapeake Bay. What fun to eat lunch on a big sailboat in a beautiful marina! The owner of the boat was kind enough to offer her boat as a setting for a tablescape. You bet I'll be traveling down to the Chesapeake very soon with a big box of dishes.<br /><br />Don't we all need time to relax? I love to go away. No laundry to call for me, not pets needing my attention, no dusting, no cooking, no responsibilities! I sleep so well when I am away (as long as I have my own pillows!)...<br /><br /><a name='more'></a><b><br /></b><br />But I love coming home even better! I really am a homebody. I love to putter! All the way home I was thinking of the little projects I have planned.<br /><br />This week I am hoping to get a few silver spoon garden markers made and I would love to make a pillow or two for the family room sofa.<br /><br />  I'll also be spending hours and hours scraping the final wallpaper off walls in a bedroom we are redecorating. I have been putting this project on the back burner for awhile.  Time to get to it!<br /><br />I am looking forward to giving this bedroom soft white walls. My poor Bobby can't understand why I was so bent on painting all the walls and covering them with wallpaper 17 years ago, and now I want to paint the light and white! I keep telling him... "EVERYTHING HAS A LIFE CYCLE... THINGS GET TIRED... THINGS MOVE TOWARD CHAOS, DISARRAY AND DECAY IF WE DON''T TEND TO THEM...EVERYTHING HAS A LIFE CYCLE!"<br />But, hey... I'm talking to a guy who still has sweaters for the 1980's in the back of his closet.. and thinks they are still fine to wear! I guess he is saving them for his next wife because he will never wear them while I 'm his wife!<br /><br />Now back to soft white paint.... Do you know how many white paints there are out there. I have a whole file box filled with white paint chips! Look for an upcoming posts,<span style="font-size: large;"> Choosing The Right White. </span><br /><b><u><br /></u></b><br />Now here's<b> WHAT'S ON MY MENU...</b><br /><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><br /></b></span><br /><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">MONDAY</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Meatball Sandwiches On Crusty Rolls</div><div style="text-align: center;">Artichoke Salad</div><br /><i><br /></i><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">TUESDAY</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Perfectly Roasted Chicken</div><div style="text-align: center;">Mashed Potatoes</div><div style="text-align: center;">Roasted Carrots</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtXxixSIemmS6ofrgigaonsEukbt_1LdIHpam4sLiuVXCY1wvmdM58g4e9pqk6LChd0-ikmpHZnx5SWusHeQdYApam-B-akzbXRDYWRiBY8yAKk6hv6OV80wrhOjinARUX8IjuwColGrA/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5036.JPG" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">WEDNESDAY</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Orange Poached Salmon</div><div style="text-align: center;">Orzo</div><div style="text-align: center;">Broccoli Slaw<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">THURSDAY</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Bourbon Barbecued Pork Chops</div><div style="text-align: center;">Tasty Taters</div><div style="text-align: center;">Sauteed Green Beans</div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">FRIDAY</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Nani's Sauteed Chicken</div><div style="text-align: center;">Wide Noodles</div><div style="text-align: center;">Broccoli With Lemons</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">SATURDAY</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Grilled Tilapia</div><div style="text-align: center;">Thai-Style Grilled Eggplant Salad</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">SUNDAY</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Steaks On The Grill</div><div style="text-align: center;">Grilled Vegetables With Balsamic Dressing</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">PRINTABLE RECIPES</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/grandma-lobianco-s-italian-no-fail-meatballs-from-stonegable-s-kitchen">Grandma LoBianco's No Fail Meatballs</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/grandma-lobianco-s-italian-no-fail-meatballs-from-stonegable-s-kitchen">StoneGable Marinara Sauce</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/orange-poached-salmon-from-stonegable-s-kitchen">Orange Poached Salmon</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/orange-poached-salmon-from-stonegable-s-kitchen">Broccoli Slaw</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchens/bourbon-barbecued-pork-chops-recipe/index.html">Bourbon Barbecued Pork Chops</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/tasty-taters">Tasty Taters</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/gable-s-kitchen">Nani's Sauteed Chicken</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/thai-style-grilled-eggplant-salad">Thi-Style Eggplant Salad</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-steaks-on-the-grill">StoneGable Steaks On The Grill</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-grilled-vegetables-with-balsamic-dressing">Grilled Vegetables</a><br /><br /><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">StoneGable Culinary Tutorials</span></b><br /><a href="http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2011/03/ina-gartens-perfect-roast-chicken-with.html">StoneGable Perfectly Roasted Chicken</a></div><div 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I just got home from a RELAXING girl's weekend on the Chesapeake Bay. What fun to eat lunch on a big sailboat in a beautiful marina! The owner of the boat was kind enough to offer her boat as a setting for a tablescape. You bet I'll be traveling down to the Chesapeake very soon with a big box of dis…

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SUNDAY SCRIPTURE ~ April 22, 2012

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/GYMLMj-SibU" width="560"></iframe><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-size: large;">For by GRACE you have been saved by faith. And it is not your own doing, it is a gift of God.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Eph: 2:1     English Standard Version</span></div></div> </div>

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE ~ April 22, 2012

For by GRACE you have been saved by faith. And it is not your own doing, it is a gift of God.Eph: 2:1     English Standard Version …

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STONEGABLE'S NEW DESIGN AND A FAVOR REQUEST

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="StoneGable" height="208" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFPgqm-HA3ktVnfu95L9Qe1o0ga-3Qr0mVDUfSyXxmiMeFrFf1XP2C322qib-xIgYKPbIAnXqrDNdLf_GHQQe2zp3v6LqMvj4i-QXnXFdd65nFQkXi5PlODAMzwLM3bLcrDTJPy2sf4GM/s640/header-revised.png" width="640" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Do you like StoneGable's new look! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">When I made the decision to continue blogging I wanted to start with a fresh new look. This time I decided to let a professional handle the design. And I am so glad that I did! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I researched many blog designer's... looked over their web-sites, perused portfolios and read testimonials. After much investigation, I chose Julie at <a href="http://www.bloggerboutique.com/">BLOGGER BOUTIQUE</a> to give StoneGable a facelift. What a great fit!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Let me show you around the<span style="color: #9fc5e8; font-size: large;"> new</span> StoneGable...</div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><a name='more'></a>  The header above is a montage of my original work with a "pastel filter" applied. The center square hold an image of our home's stone gable that inspired it's name and the name of my blog.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"> The sprawling "StoneGable" across the header is a new font! We tried a few fonts but this was Julie's original choice... she knew best!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"> My new tag line "inspiring creative living" reflects the purpose of my blog.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">And my new logo ~ SIGH~ a lovely monogrammed seal, floats in the left corner of the header. It appears on any comments I leave, is my favicon, and the logo is echoed in the laurel wreaths in post titles.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5CpWAIKpAmgO0bcQ6eozAs1Gdu-7wu6P3oBDsQVwc6BzO-ocyMze4g_nSA2FJxq23MCsUgTHwGPumD6uZljBI45UKGKOStn-XeuhDIF7LuKV4wiAi8WRTx9npPelRz1qhn0H1rG-vSLE/s1600/button-grab.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5CpWAIKpAmgO0bcQ6eozAs1Gdu-7wu6P3oBDsQVwc6BzO-ocyMze4g_nSA2FJxq23MCsUgTHwGPumD6uZljBI45UKGKOStn-XeuhDIF7LuKV4wiAi8WRTx9npPelRz1qhn0H1rG-vSLE/s1600/button-grab.png" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Choosing a header was a very big decision. Thank goodness, Julie was a great listener! She translated my desires into beautiful elements and graphics. She also was very diplomatic, steering me away from making any poor decisions. Working closely together, Julie gave me a blog design that embodies all that StoneGable is.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I love the new blog colors. They were intentionally chosen too... soft buttery yellow (my favorite color)  and a pale steely blue to work with the colors in the gable. Julie used these colors in designing the body of my blog, giving it an updated appearance!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Other great elements added to StoneGable:</div><div style="text-align: center;">new layout</div><div style="text-align: center;">new background</div><div style="text-align: center;">new signature and comment bar</div><div style="text-align: center;">new post dividers</div><div style="text-align: center;">new sidebar titles</div><div style="text-align: center;">new blog button</div><div style="text-align: center;">new navigation menu</div><div style="text-align: center;">cute social networking buttons<br /><br />I am especially enjoying the "pages" at the bottom of my header... Home, Recipes, Tablescapes, Weekly Menu, Tutorial Tips And Tidbits,  Home And Garden and On The Menu Monday.  Please click on these tabs to see my favorite posts.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">A great big THANK YOU to Julie at<span style="font-size: large;"> <a href="http://www.bloggerboutique.com/services/">BLOGGER BOUTIQUE</a></span>  for all of your hard work, your listening ear, your determination to bring to life my vision for StoneGable and for your professional advice at all times!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I highly recommend Julie. If you are thinking about a new blog design please visit her site and her informative<span style="font-size: large;"> <a href="http://www.bloggerboutique.com/blog/">BLOG</a></span>. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">StoneGable is just one sample of her beautiful work.  I could not be happier with it's new look. Please go visit her site and check out more of her creative designs!<br /><br />Julie is offering a $75.00 discount on a custom blog design to the first client.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">A disclaimer:  Julie did not ask me to post anything nor am I getting compensated in any way.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I hope you are enjoying StoneGable's new look! It was my fondest desire for all who come to visit to find a place of beauty and inspiration!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">I NEED A LITTLE FAVOR</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;">I need a little help!</div><div style="text-align: center;">Because I stopped blogging and most of us thought that I would not be blogging again, I see that StoneGable is not on many of the blogrolls it used to be on. I miss seeing my blog on your sidebar!!!!!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">If you would be so kind... could you please add StoneGable back to your blogroll? Thank so very much!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="javascript:void((function(){var%20e=document.createElement('script');e.setAttribute('type','text/javascript');e.setAttribute('charset','UTF-8');e.setAttribute('src','http://assets.pinterest.com/js/pinmarklet.js?r='+Math.random()*99999999);document.body.appendChild(e)})());"><img alt="Pin It" class="aligncenter" src="http://www.clickinmoms.com/cmprodaily/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/pinit.jpg" /></a></div></div> </div>

STONEGABLE'S NEW DESIGN AND A FAVOR REQUEST

Do you like StoneGable's new look! When I made the decision to continue blogging I wanted to start with a fresh new look. This time I decided to let a professional handle the design. And I am so glad that I did! I researched many blog designer's... looked over their web-sites, perused portfolios and…

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HERBAL INFUSED WATERS

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4R51sOIMDXnrodLVISwFNSEHMBuZV3Po8J21s3v_Yzsu_cd4HW1Q__xlphJBQmJEwKi2CyX8rXSoRcdyAgviDH5c_3GgLMOneAYwizOWEVOj3BcEt8GC33y-dvxgpA9W22Z_VDDTKPIQ/s1600/Title+Page+2~+Herbal+Infused++Waters.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4R51sOIMDXnrodLVISwFNSEHMBuZV3Po8J21s3v_Yzsu_cd4HW1Q__xlphJBQmJEwKi2CyX8rXSoRcdyAgviDH5c_3GgLMOneAYwizOWEVOj3BcEt8GC33y-dvxgpA9W22Z_VDDTKPIQ/s640/Title+Page+2~+Herbal+Infused++Waters.png" width="426" /></a></div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Elegant and refreshing... there is nothing boring about herbal infused waters.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">These satisfying, easy to make waters are and light and oh, so interesting...</div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><a name='more'></a><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm3mIQVBQTLZm6eDQXQGVE5uPojRDoB9amX8_tuqUFasVvMLcx4oK_kzHQXLICnitAz_cPDMtmr-ZyUJ3d9xVJFnOXsLY8OWPC1_VAC49rVfEsgFh45M07guOENg8jgsd4wpqZ5pPfeHY/s1600/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5759.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm3mIQVBQTLZm6eDQXQGVE5uPojRDoB9amX8_tuqUFasVvMLcx4oK_kzHQXLICnitAz_cPDMtmr-ZyUJ3d9xVJFnOXsLY8OWPC1_VAC49rVfEsgFh45M07guOENg8jgsd4wpqZ5pPfeHY/s640/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5759.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Herbal Waters have a hint of  flavor that lingers as you drink it down.  Dazzling! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">A welcomed alternative to regular water and much more economical than those expensive flavored water. Perfect for hydrating with style during the upcoming warm months or after exercising!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Make a statement by filling pretty bottles with your favorite Herbal Infused Waters... so chic!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKQaahgy0v300d-NCxd20I0EfNTRl4NZxFXW-nIrQZQBxA7NEzxVXQqiMZyewXdPgHk_5xQxQxB3BjQTzE-AmIDzm8R2N1DqeQvK3KPsIVfTvVBQ2QW6zAJBXSGT8syJ5B8xJ1pi7rpL4/s1600/Copy+of+Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5773.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKQaahgy0v300d-NCxd20I0EfNTRl4NZxFXW-nIrQZQBxA7NEzxVXQqiMZyewXdPgHk_5xQxQxB3BjQTzE-AmIDzm8R2N1DqeQvK3KPsIVfTvVBQ2QW6zAJBXSGT8syJ5B8xJ1pi7rpL4/s640/Copy+of+Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5773.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">STONEGABLE APPLEMINT HERBAL WATER</div><div style="text-align: center;">good fresh water</div><div style="text-align: center;">fresh applemint, rinsed</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Fill a pretty bottle with good quality water and add sprigs of applemint. Depending on how intense you want the flavor, slightly bruise some of the leaves, releasing the applemint oils into the water. Refrigerate for a couple of hours. Serve with plenty of ice and a nice sprig of mint.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Show restraint... herbal waters should be very lightly flavored, so you only need a small amount of herbs. They should gently infuse the water.<br /><br />Some recipes call for steeping herbs in boiling water. This can changes the flavor of the herbs, loosing their just picked, fresh taste. I would not recommend this for herbal waters.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Be creative with herbs and tasty add-ins!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Here are some other delicious combinations for HERBAL INFUSED WATER...</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">~thinly sliced unpeeled cucumbers, thinly sliced lemons, spearmint and rosemary</div><div style="text-align: center;">~ lemongrass and lavender</div><div style="text-align: center;">~lemon verbena, lemon peel and thyme</div><div style="text-align: center;">~ citrus peel and and pineapple mint </div><div style="text-align: center;">~ lemongrass and mint</div><div style="text-align: center;">~ strawberries and basil</div><div style="text-align: center;">~ parsley... that's all</div><div style="text-align: center;">~ cucumber and basil</div><div style="text-align: center;">~thinly sliced oranges and sage</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggjbPuYIKWBHikAEqy880-nI0AfdoQJCd8UJq_izFu7l6sbFu6ORLSvwlI9XJKPukrjWntWSWuCs8nGiSxbpnBXIV5G3u8He5U70xzlEQ3K63C_muVpmnvxLmsqadB-EYLMLD0wpVgcQ8/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5885.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggjbPuYIKWBHikAEqy880-nI0AfdoQJCd8UJq_izFu7l6sbFu6ORLSvwlI9XJKPukrjWntWSWuCs8nGiSxbpnBXIV5G3u8He5U70xzlEQ3K63C_muVpmnvxLmsqadB-EYLMLD0wpVgcQ8/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5885.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br />Beautiful and good for you too!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="javascript:void((function(){var%20e=document.createElement('script');e.setAttribute('type','text/javascript');e.setAttribute('charset','UTF-8');e.setAttribute('src','http://assets.pinterest.com/js/pinmarklet.js?r='+Math.random()*99999999);document.body.appendChild(e)})());"><img alt="Pin It" class="aligncenter" src="http://www.clickinmoms.com/cmprodaily/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/pinit.jpg" /></a><br /><br />I am participating in:<br /><a href="http://designsbygollum.blogspot.com/2012/04/foodie-friday-cooking-with-teeny-and.html">FOODIE FRIDAY</a> at Rattlebridge Farm</div></div> </div>

HERBAL INFUSED WATERS

Elegant and refreshing... there is nothing boring about herbal infused waters.These satisfying, easy to make waters are and light and oh, so interesting...Herbal Waters have a hint of  flavor that lingers as you drink it down.  Dazzling! A welcomed alternative to regular water and much more economic…

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POTS d'herbes TABLEAU

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLaVKge4SBSoQeysiVmi_kuWu-DpXlPI1SL4Q3XIug_X_9TscSMlBB4SipPc-WPsLoeDvzmneGlbTtvCCdMZYqZZ8RNKV9dKHRJ3B3PpirrnD_h9QrWk6myU6dl_SxFObJtGlQ9OrRoBE/s1600/Pot+d'herbes+tableau+Title+Page+BLOG.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLaVKge4SBSoQeysiVmi_kuWu-DpXlPI1SL4Q3XIug_X_9TscSMlBB4SipPc-WPsLoeDvzmneGlbTtvCCdMZYqZZ8RNKV9dKHRJ3B3PpirrnD_h9QrWk6myU6dl_SxFObJtGlQ9OrRoBE/s640/Pot+d'herbes+tableau+Title+Page+BLOG.png" width="426" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">One of the very first plants to go into my garden each year are my herbs!  There is something so therapeutic about going into the garden and snipping a big handful of herbs for a bouquet or a meal.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Today's table brings the herbs inside and they become the inspiration for this tablescape.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Sweet<i style="font-size: x-large;"> pots d'herbes </i>spread their green happiness all over this table!</div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><a name='more'></a><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8npVrowVO3D8_2OPWOVEp61BhTB52loJXz8E8N0SRLw98iHP1QUIyuCWlP5bzIOp9R6sfUZvvTLhQLz_VLisGsoIKgLTK_40nclmzKfo3gLRsvcZJGBIahuBzcchgHhaxfdYno9yYAvI/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5781.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8npVrowVO3D8_2OPWOVEp61BhTB52loJXz8E8N0SRLw98iHP1QUIyuCWlP5bzIOp9R6sfUZvvTLhQLz_VLisGsoIKgLTK_40nclmzKfo3gLRsvcZJGBIahuBzcchgHhaxfdYno9yYAvI/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5781.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">An intimate group of friends had lunch here at StoneGable. We have been friends for over 20 years. Our children went to Nursery school together!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">No fancy dining room table, we sat at my round kitchen table catching up on each other's lives and enjoying a hearty meal!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9Sp438dVdNYP0UqJ6LOsMg0u7_pAOWRGFYTV_fgx6fAnhYJXUQYIYprdif7JMZoWcwceFr1cigLAV7DQ0CMDxnEW7WP138AxF5eQEJ-chKBsi2qrthJcg-WrkgkMZldTlNIk56Lrb5bU/s1600/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5720.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9Sp438dVdNYP0UqJ6LOsMg0u7_pAOWRGFYTV_fgx6fAnhYJXUQYIYprdif7JMZoWcwceFr1cigLAV7DQ0CMDxnEW7WP138AxF5eQEJ-chKBsi2qrthJcg-WrkgkMZldTlNIk56Lrb5bU/s640/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5720.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">A very organic feeling cotton tablecloth with a small stylized floral print is the background for this tablescape.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It's pretty border drapes over the edges of the table.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">SG TIP</span></b>: Finding a round tablecloth is not always easy. I use my square and rectangle tablecloths on my round table anyway! It makes the table look even more interesting!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMAW6s7x_hubkF4wR-0xuAaJk01AQ1SupeCzKZXTBn1S4NAreQ-cXCdZQwdBatzephRHmNlSXObJY6flJRz0eiYLaMNoFyEq7i2l3Vfeg6KEejPAop38N_ZeDYlHC8hsVToJR_CL9_zZw/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5826.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMAW6s7x_hubkF4wR-0xuAaJk01AQ1SupeCzKZXTBn1S4NAreQ-cXCdZQwdBatzephRHmNlSXObJY6flJRz0eiYLaMNoFyEq7i2l3Vfeg6KEejPAop38N_ZeDYlHC8hsVToJR_CL9_zZw/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5826.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Pretty scalloped rattan placemats work well with the tablecloth. Their soft brown hue adds a layer of organic warmth to the table.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuBtBmviuEC1PsU1G2y0-up-IW0bYtsuq2phomHF9kshvHN6iWrWAgkk6wxIVB8UH0uo8-SUL0pDQbF0cvxDfv2c7W5jsXyFcrywykvlUxoMrhJblpGmyAMjqIl9nCHu1SdgMqoPP6Ynk/s1600/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5695.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuBtBmviuEC1PsU1G2y0-up-IW0bYtsuq2phomHF9kshvHN6iWrWAgkk6wxIVB8UH0uo8-SUL0pDQbF0cvxDfv2c7W5jsXyFcrywykvlUxoMrhJblpGmyAMjqIl9nCHu1SdgMqoPP6Ynk/s640/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5695.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">A stack of interesting green and white plates rest on each placemat.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD9nKN7WTBfitLWM-Lwn78RNlZUwdfKAvQ_BPbeUs-WggRkciw2Z4F17g5S90ZCO9755PXAVD64n6hEKw2u1sQTETVFkVztTY-ugl0PA55gDMK6Fsfs4OIGbt0Ra7CRH2g7x0ddEVwehk/s1600/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5781.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD9nKN7WTBfitLWM-Lwn78RNlZUwdfKAvQ_BPbeUs-WggRkciw2Z4F17g5S90ZCO9755PXAVD64n6hEKw2u1sQTETVFkVztTY-ugl0PA55gDMK6Fsfs4OIGbt0Ra7CRH2g7x0ddEVwehk/s640/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5781.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmYJC3GrXANympea4r2z-12sVdzcYWeMQbN48u4JXiIOeLQM5vjq9CpKjYdem876o8eGb5Eev-yrsI7QHOnGOHQB3wfxCE7b08xLLSg8UwUTDw1MFgPLtsEl9XFzLQ07e_JQ6e9ylNQp8/s1600/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5791.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmYJC3GrXANympea4r2z-12sVdzcYWeMQbN48u4JXiIOeLQM5vjq9CpKjYdem876o8eGb5Eev-yrsI7QHOnGOHQB3wfxCE7b08xLLSg8UwUTDw1MFgPLtsEl9XFzLQ07e_JQ6e9ylNQp8/s640/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5791.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I love to mix flatware! Green flatware and a white fork in the same easy breezy style adds whimsy to the table.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgER8gQ5aP-Md6YxdFSULQpi1XpaniquS-NFX3EHdFIwFilYC3ivuoH2OPlvS-PQx4cP7Vre1-nfZp3eYypkEV7QeL9TX4fOd9oRJKLU7y_yC-YIcKmEEiIryxnlYUiOsN8_E4BKIOaApU/s1600/Copy+of+IMG_5696.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgER8gQ5aP-Md6YxdFSULQpi1XpaniquS-NFX3EHdFIwFilYC3ivuoH2OPlvS-PQx4cP7Vre1-nfZp3eYypkEV7QeL9TX4fOd9oRJKLU7y_yC-YIcKmEEiIryxnlYUiOsN8_E4BKIOaApU/s640/Copy+of+IMG_5696.JPG" width="384" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Green leaf dishes sit above the forks. They were filled with olive oil for dipping crusty bread!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipKgze8zwaADndDm1IeJSAt5ve_Ml2zxlyYgJ3lPx5d2WEEJEeUYACTCPvtaAg70RABWjz6E75k2SYajXDMAlYJbs8TPONMfJ7Y5p6_wCYJuNEEf3DFBJd2vN12F6hqiqERGK37FUcnPU/s1600/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5714.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipKgze8zwaADndDm1IeJSAt5ve_Ml2zxlyYgJ3lPx5d2WEEJEeUYACTCPvtaAg70RABWjz6E75k2SYajXDMAlYJbs8TPONMfJ7Y5p6_wCYJuNEEf3DFBJd2vN12F6hqiqERGK37FUcnPU/s640/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5714.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">A rough planter box made from old wood works as a centerpiece. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">During the summer it sits on my potting bench filled with flowers, but for today it holds pretty greens!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx9J9S9PmQL-6xYZFus5wxJV8t03OrPBn-JLTmzCrheyuknV5BIWFyH0W_zCUKpAri-cu_ZCJV7SgQ9IEBfMcSpWLEur5T38YWpcIbmYTsxApU7CQArCx88M411XTqeqUv7E32MGeddfk/s1600/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5702.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx9J9S9PmQL-6xYZFus5wxJV8t03OrPBn-JLTmzCrheyuknV5BIWFyH0W_zCUKpAri-cu_ZCJV7SgQ9IEBfMcSpWLEur5T38YWpcIbmYTsxApU7CQArCx88M411XTqeqUv7E32MGeddfk/s640/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5702.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Look for a tutorial later this spring for making this rustic flower box!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3Pkb_TzJ0niKEXwuSTFuQNKmJgcz_-nG6xrc2bPjR3CMhiVjt4kOGu6uRKjoe9ruBMy5wV6eTCYOE4_iEk5NEeh79EnsKRK3Qlt_8U9OrfzNf83sEXmoTba3lda5gGdjs-xNtRZhnJ7A/s1600/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5804.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3Pkb_TzJ0niKEXwuSTFuQNKmJgcz_-nG6xrc2bPjR3CMhiVjt4kOGu6uRKjoe9ruBMy5wV6eTCYOE4_iEk5NEeh79EnsKRK3Qlt_8U9OrfzNf83sEXmoTba3lda5gGdjs-xNtRZhnJ7A/s640/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5804.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Creeping Jenny's bright trailing vines look so pretty in almost any pot or planter. I love how it spills over the edge of  box. Thyme and applemint fill out the box planter.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2boX6yYyIO9wND2J_PAlsSrMP7y2e76PSjVSa96jNujc2ScQbGiQQ98EtgH1NtWEHPcObSrEZrYMIdGYVAHtZCkxhijGrB4f1XqJljKAhCNcg6N6uE135zgz8RP2sccOe6Einsnesye8/s1600/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5805.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2boX6yYyIO9wND2J_PAlsSrMP7y2e76PSjVSa96jNujc2ScQbGiQQ98EtgH1NtWEHPcObSrEZrYMIdGYVAHtZCkxhijGrB4f1XqJljKAhCNcg6N6uE135zgz8RP2sccOe6Einsnesye8/s640/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5805.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Herb infused water was served in tall bottles. So delicious and refreshing!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZpP6_DqAu-2JWSabG6-xufSSRjK6viFH40kQdLl3nfFDEEpB58AJr_Svzj5YJsFXAxKaVVsr2bsAKG5ekOFzCGo00yjpHBRup7u0rW7p9THOmndWxKhrHgBFohm1RbCVvZd5iAArNV3E/s1600/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5745.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZpP6_DqAu-2JWSabG6-xufSSRjK6viFH40kQdLl3nfFDEEpB58AJr_Svzj5YJsFXAxKaVVsr2bsAKG5ekOFzCGo00yjpHBRup7u0rW7p9THOmndWxKhrHgBFohm1RbCVvZd5iAArNV3E/s640/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5745.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We chatted, laughed, caught up on one another's families and of course ate!!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">When the girls left they each took a little herb pot with them to remember this fun day!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4ZtlRY8O278csLfTpYkR0rKL61XR7aKrPrp-EX_QI7riOUJ0E7Mh0Ll27wDH4raOXC5FU-YHR71E-sTEQXn3-TmBax0VVtpXW0RfGp2dSFUie6b2cWQks_awyVUetoB8IeS9RpEkYmPw/s1600/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5691.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4ZtlRY8O278csLfTpYkR0rKL61XR7aKrPrp-EX_QI7riOUJ0E7Mh0Ll27wDH4raOXC5FU-YHR71E-sTEQXn3-TmBax0VVtpXW0RfGp2dSFUie6b2cWQks_awyVUetoB8IeS9RpEkYmPw/s640/Copy+of+Copy+of+IMG_5691.JPG" width="486" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #444444; font-size: x-large;">THE MENU</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-size: large;">Hors d'oeuvers</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Bruschetta</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Assorted Olives</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Fresh Mozzarella And Feta</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Crostini</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-size: large;">The Meal</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Arugula Salad With Parmesan And Pine Nuts</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/stonegableprintablerecipes/stonegable-arugula-shaved-parmesan-and-pine-nuts-in-a-lemon-vinaigrette">Printable Recipe</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Roasted Eggplant Parmesan Casserole</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://stonegable.blogspot.com/2011/09/eggplant-parmesan-casserole.html">Culinary Tutorial</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Crusty Bread And Olive Oil For Dipping</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-size: large;">Dessert</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Zuccotto</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">made by my friend Kim~ fabulous cook!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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POTS d'herbes TABLEAU

One of the very first plants to go into my garden each year are my herbs!  There is something so therapeutic about going into the garden and snipping a big handful of herbs for a bouquet or a meal.Today's table brings the herbs inside and they become the inspiration for this tablescape.Sweet pots d'…

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