My husband asked me a couple of days ago if I’d ordered a new calendar to replace the 2022 version that is hanging on the front of our fridge. I hadn’t ordered one yet, but his question reminded me that—ready or not—2023 is about to begin! As we start this new year, I’m taking a moment to reflect on 2022. Winter I began the year by … [Read more...] about 2022 Year in Review
Archives for 2022
Pecan Pie Brownies
Though we already planned on having at least a half dozen desserts this past Thanksgiving, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to make Pecan Pie Brownies after I saw the idea for them. I suspected that the flavors of brownie and pecan pie would go well together, and they sure did! These were amazing! They were a huge hit after Thanksgiving … [Read more...] about Pecan Pie Brownies
December 2022 Dinner Menu
Our November ended in a flurry of fellowship and food! We had a delightful visit with family over Thanksgiving. What a blessing it was to have so many loved ones together in one place. We laughed, we reminisced, we dreamed, and (of course) we ate so much tasty food! We’re glad to have a little lull here. However, things will soon get … [Read more...] about December 2022 Dinner Menu
Air Fryer Parsnips
I try to introduce my kids to new foods (things they’ve never had or familiar foods prepared in unfamiliar ways) on a regular basis. My choice a couple of weeks ago was roasted parsnips. I’m so glad I chose these because my kids (all of them) were willing to try the parsnips. They then proceeded to eat more than one! These will likely … [Read more...] about Air Fryer Parsnips
Kindness: A Boost Amid the Battles
Many, many years ago, when I was in elementary school, I had a teacher who had the following recommendation posted on her wall: Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle. I didn’t think about this quote very much when I was in her class, but I’ve thought about it a lot in recent months. As is often the case, experience is … [Read more...] about Kindness: A Boost Amid the Battles
November 2022 Dinner Menu
We’ve been looking forward to this month for quite a while! We have numerous family members coming into town to celebrate Thanksgiving with us. We are eager to spend time with them and to enjoy many delicious foods! I’m sure our menu will experience some changes as we get closer to Thanksgiving. It’s inevitable that things will change … [Read more...] about November 2022 Dinner Menu
Butternut Squash Chicken Pot Pie
We had a cold front move in that brought chilly weather, so I was ready to fire up the oven and enjoy a cozy casserole! I’ve been eager to try this one for a few weeks. It didn’t disappoint! Ingredients (Inspired by this recipe. Adapted from this recipe.) For the filling 1 ½ cups pureed butternut squash ⅓ cup butter 1 medium … [Read more...] about Butternut Squash Chicken Pot Pie
1,000 Posts and Counting
Though last week’s post was pretty ordinary, it was special for me. When I published it, I reached a milestone: 1,000 posts! When I began Of The Hearth nearly a decade ago, I had no idea what the coming years would hold. I knew very little about blogging or HTML code when I began. As I’ve learned and as my life has changed (having 3 … [Read more...] about 1,000 Posts and Counting
