Homemade Bread

Today, I baked bread. I was inspired by Lindesy's post on King Arthur flour. Only one problem now...I can't stop eating it.

By the way, if you haven't checked out Cafe Johnsonia (Lindsey's recipe blog) you are missing out. Some of my very favorite recipes have come from there. Also, cool kitchen stuff, great photography and tutorials.

I cant wait to try this Blackberries n Cream Ice Cream.

Mullet Mania

After much deliberation, and lots and lots of giggles, we were forced to choose a winner of the mullet contest. Again, I apologize for the delay, but anyone who has ever moved in the middle of winter, with two small kids, and while seven months pregnant...well, you get the idea! We are now settled and mostly unpacked and getting back to normal life.

So without further ado, I give Mullet Contest Winner 2008:

With this entry, titled the Gag-o-Mullet, the winner is Amy!


I would be remiss if I did not mention some of the other FANTASTIC entries for the contest.

Honorable mention goes to "Mullets: A Family Affair" posted by Jenn.

A few other mullets worth viewing:

"Best Mullet Story about a Family Member" goes to my sister Julie.
" Best Famous Person Mullet" goes to Scott.
"Best Mullet in a Movie" goes to Tyler.
Finally: for what almost was the "Best Live Action Mullet shot from 2008" see Sam & Anya's blog.

thanks everyone!

On Hold

Unfortunately, the blog, the contest winner, and everything else have to be on hold for the next few days. The move is upon us. Boxes are packed (mostly), truck is scheduled for tomorrow, friends with muscle are showing up to load said truck (as I am totally useless at this point), and my awesome friend Liz is watching the boys in the morning during the whole crazy thing. Oh yes, how could I forget. There is also a major snow storm happening as I type. People, take my advice...do not move in February. Even if there has been no snow whatsoever in the previous four months, it will be a blizzard on moving day. Signing off until the boxes are unpacked and the new internet service is set up.

Mullet Challenge Update

Winner will be announced tomorrow. There have been some awesome entries and we have a hard decision to make!

The Friday Challenge - Mullet Edition

We are asking our friends and family to find a picture of the best mullet (even though it may exist in your family), and post it on your blog. Next week we'll choose a winner, and that special person will get a prize in the mail. Why are mullets so dang funny?!?!

Our entry, the lead singer from Icehouse:

The St. Valentine's Day (Baking) Massacre

It has become apparent that I had to change the name of yesterday's 'incident' from the 'Muffin Failure' to total and complete 'Baking Massacre'. The muffins were just the first straw. It took three batches to get something edible and presentable. The cupcakes, on the other hand, could not be saved. The doctor tried everything. I mourned their loss until 9am this morning. Then I drove to Whole Foods and bought cupcakes for Oliver's Valentine's Day party.

Due to these tragic circumstances, I am finding it necessary to swear off baking forever. That's right...never again will I preheat my oven, carefully mix ingredients, and wait for a delectable treat to emerge warm and delicious. Never again. For the next two weeks. At least.

Blame it on the Rain

That's what I am doing.
My bad mood. My messy house. My grouchy kids. My baking not turning out well.
All because of the rain. I am sure of it.

Stay tuned for photos of ...
"The Great Muffin Failure of '08"