Juicy Grapefruit

In my ongoing pursuit of positivity, I've been gravitating to all things grapefruit. From checking out the benefits of grapefruit essential oils, using beauty products with grapefruit extracts, to eating them, sliced and sweetened; the tangy fruit has become my flavor of choice. Needless to say, I sure was excited to see that Yankee re-released...

Lemon Zest

There is an ongoing debate in my household over whether its better to use lemon flavoring in sweet foods or savory dishes.  I don't care much for lemony sweets, but do believe that nothing brightens up a dish better than tangy lemon zest.  Of course, my husband is the opposite and loves the tart and...

Bright & cheery

If I asked those people that I'm closest to (some of whom read this little blog) to describe my personality in two words--"bright and cheery" would probably not be the first to come to mind.  I've never been known for my sunny disposition and have often described myself as a pessimist, or a realist, at...