Monthly Archives: March 2012
Gluten-Free Is Not Everywhere
So last weekend, I went to my chapter’s Writers’ Retreat. It was lovely! Set in a picturesque location on a river, Marywood Resort & Retreat was nestled away in the woods. No televisions, no landline phones, no distractions–save the fish jumping in … Continue reading
Romancing the Breakfast
Today is a big day in the romance writing world – the announcement of the Golden Heart and RITA class of 2012. It’s like the Oscars of Romance, complete with an awards ceremony to announce the winners at the national … Continue reading
Cookbooks and a giveaway
Does anyone else here read cook books like novels? I thought I was the only one until my Mother-in-Law mentioned she does the same thing. I just got a new cookbook from a website called SparkPeople (it helps you keep … Continue reading
Lis’Anne’s Lentil-Loaf? Yes!
I didn’t set out to make a lentil “meat”loaf, it kind of just happened. I’d never made anything with lentils before and the soup recipe I stumbled upon looked so good with tender chunks of carrots swimming around in it … Continue reading
Gluten-Free Girl & Comfort Foods
I’m getting ready to fly down to Florida this weekend for a much-needed writers’ retreat. But when traveling, I need to plan in advance if I want to have snacky foods on hand. Otherwise, I have a 50/50 shot being able … Continue reading
For a Lifetime
Somewhere today I saw an article that said that eating red meat will reduce your life expectancy. My first thought was, “Well, great. I’m set, then.” But immediately after, I started thinking about my kids. They are SO not vegetarians. … Continue reading
Allergies? CHECK THE LABELS!!
I know, I know, this should be common sense to you all. And it is. Sort of. We have recently had to move to a more dairy-free home due to allergies. I figured “no problem! I’ll just get things made … Continue reading
Getting In The Gluten-Free St. Patrick’s Day Spirit
Hi Y’all! So anyone who reads my posts knows I’ve not had much success with cakes or cupcakes since going Gluten-Free. The attempts I’ve made would have turned out better as paperweights or rocks than actual food. Well no more! … Continue reading
What are you eating? I want that! NOW!
I am very food-suggestible. To the point that if you mention a food, the odds are I will want it. No, NEED it. Immediately. Like NOW.
Guest Chick Lynda Bailey and the Medicine Cabinet in Your Pantry
I always find it so interesting when I learn about how common foods in your house help with more than just hunger, and our guest chick today has some great information on a few of them. Lynda Bailey is one … Continue reading





