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OK so, I know it’s technically spring but it's still cold outside!!  Here is one more stick to your ribs soup recipe.  And although it has potatoes, cheese etc. it is not too heavy.  I hope you like it

Last week we were eating pasta salad, deviled eggs and drinking iced tea because the weather was so nice and warm…this week winter came back so I went back to comfort food with what I am calling Potluck Chicken Casserole. 

I have been attending the South Eastern PA. Chapter of the Drifters annual “Hattitude” event for about 7 years.  Leah Williams is the president of this chapter.  I have admired the work that the Drifters have been doing in our community and was honored to be welcomed as a member this year. 

If you love mustard for more than just your hot dogs then I think you will like this dish.  I was surprised how flavorful this dish was without having to marinade overnight.  I named it “Kinda Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs" because it taste like honey mustard but it's actually maple syrup that add sweetness to the dish.  Enjoy!

Last week’s trip to the craft store was a teaser….Here’s what I have been working on.  A new medium for me, oil pastel. I love working with bright colors this has just been a great medium for me and there is no clean up so I like it.  I am a lazy artist.. lol

My Works of Art: Collection

Does your family have an activity that you love to do together?  As you may have noticed from many of my past blogs, the Brown’s love sports!  We love basketball, tennis, track & field, football and lacrosse both at the collegiate and pro levels. 

Today is National Chili Day and since it’s Lent, you might want to save this recipe for later.  I have a favorite recipe that I use for my Church's Chili Cook-off and although this year I missed the cook-off because I was out of town I'm working on some new secret ingredients for 2017 so stay tuned.  My friend made my recipe this past weekend and stated her family loved it.  I hope you try it and let me know what you think!

I love stir-fry but surprisingly have not made it in a long time.  This is an easy one-pan recipe that you might even be able to get the kids to try.

Thank you for all of your encouragement and kind words about my artwork.  I am continuing to branch out and trying new techniques.  I still have not been able to find an art class that works with my crazy schedule so; I am using YouTube video’s to learn from other artists.  I am blown away by how many talented artists are willing to showcase and share their techniques.  It has helped me soooo much.  I recently watched a video on palette knife painting and thought I would give it a try. 

First let me start with saying Happy 50^th Birthday Cathy!!!  And thank you to James, Ricky, Chelsea, Lauren, Kennady & Avery for making it possible for Cathy & I to get away for a couple days.  It has been a looooong time since we have done anything like this, just the two of us.  When I asked Cathy what she wanted for her 50^th she said Vegas Baby!!