Everyday Living

Simple + Southern Sunday No. 46

~ Simple + Southern Sunday

 “Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers; but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night.”
‭‭Psalm‬ ‭1:1-2‬ ‭sss241-1“Amazing love, how can it be? That You, my King would die for me?
Amazing love, I know its true.  It’s my joy to honor You!
In all I do, I honor You”
Billy James Foote
 “But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them ever sing for joy, and spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may exult in you.”
‭‭Psalm‬ ‭5:11‬ ‭ We have a photo bomber!  Do you see him (or her)? Unless we take the time to look, beauty like this wild purple passion flower would probably go unnoticed.  The detail is unbelievable!   Doors are interesting to photograph; I always wonder what is inside!  This one is in Scotland! I would love to be invited to adorable Nola’s tea party!While most of us are winding down our day when the sun sets, this guy keeps busy working hard spinning his web! 
Isn’t it interesting to think that every single thing serves a purpose in God’s world?  The hands that created the huge tree also fashioned the mushroom and leaves…
 Cappuccino…delizioso!
  As autumn approaches, the skies become more blue!1Minnie is acting like the “kid” that she is!
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Save Room For Dessert!

~ Food & Entertaining

“Gracious words are like a honeycomb,
    sweetness to the soul and health to the body”
Proverbs 16:24

 The legendary Julia Child said,  “A party without cake is really just a meeting”...and I agree, Julia!  I guess you can say I sort of live by that motto, too!  As many of you know, my Mother was a fabulous cook!  I never remember a meal that wasn’t followed by dessert..homemade cakes, pies, cobblers, and cookies!  When Mother had guests (which was often) she would serve at least three desserts…and yes, I had to “sample” all of them!  Dessert was served on a regular basis at our home, so it was something I grew accustomed to.  With that background, you can understand my love for sweets!

Butch and I have taken four cruises with Oceania.  The cruise line is known for their small and intimate ships with large staterooms, exquisite accommodations, and the most fascinating destinations.  They are renowned for the finest food at sea, and that is, in part, why we continue to sail with them!  Inspired by Master Chef Jacques Pepin, these culinary delights have always been a hallmark that distinguishes the Oceania Cruises experience from any other.  With my love for desserts and new-found hobby in food photography, I thought it would be fun (and mouth-watering) to share some of the delicious sweets from our summer cruise to the British Isles!  The menu changed daily, so we had a plethora of choices every evening!  Butch and I were strategic in ordering two different desserts so that we could share and taste as many as possible! Apple Crumble Pie  Caribbean Coconut and Pineapple Tart  Milk Chocolate Volcano with Passion Fruit Lava  Pistachio Tartlet with Citrus  Caramelized New York Cheesecake  Milk Chocolate Mousse Cake with Caramel Truffle  Banana Torte Flambé  Almond and Rhubarb Cake with Mascarpone Cream  Bavarian Cheesecake with Strawberry Coulis  Grandmother’s Lemon Meringue Tart  Bounty Cake with Coconut, Chocolate Chips, and Vanilla Bean  White Chocolate Mousse Cake with Fruit Jelly and Macaron  Fresh Berry Tartlet with Mascarpone Cream  Semifreddo with Chocolate-Rum Sauce  Warm Milk Chocolate with Passion Fruit Sorbet

As I was preparing this post, I was reminded of the verse I posted above and how the words that come out of our mouths are so important.  God’s words are always relevant and he gives us ways of understanding, even in our everyday living.  It is my prayer that my words will always be gracious, sweet, and a source of healing to the hearers.

  So, now that you are all salivating over these beautiful desserts, I have to know…which one would you choose?
Tell us in the comments!

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 Tablescape Tuesday: Rise ‘n Shine!

~ Food & Entertaining, Tablescape Tuesday

“Let me hear in the morning of your steadfast love,
    for in you I trust.
Make me know the way I should go,
    for to you I lift up my soul”
Psalm 143:8

 On Monday morning after a week-long vacation, it is so hard to “rise and shine”!    But work was calling and so was Tablescape Tuesday!  I decided to keep it simple – breakfast for two at our kitchen island!  As always, you are invited to join us!

 I softened the granite top with a rooster patterned table square!  A European charcuterie board provided the foundation for the centerpiece!  Water hyacinth placemats added texture!  Paisley napkins match the border on the table square!  The centerpiece consisted of a Fitz and Floyd rooster and hen along with fresh herbs from our garden!  I used thyme, lemon balm, rosemary, basil, and ornamental peppers.  The salt and pepper shakers are vintage! Pineapple orange juice in champagne flutes turns an ordinary breakfast into a festive one!    The rooster plates coordinate perfectly with the table square!  The large rooster and Italian pasta jar are always at home on the kitchen island!   “A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver”
Proverbs‬ ‭25‬:‭11‬

The Details:
Table square/napkins – custom-made many years ago with Waverly fabrics
Charcuterie board – Blackberry Farm
Dinner plate/cup and saucer – Horchow.com American Atelier
“baroque” pattern
Flutes – Tuesday Morning (several years ago)
Water Hyacinth Placemats – Tuesday Morning
Pasta Canister – Horchow.com

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