My first job out of school was working with women reacclimating to life after prison. I worked on the South Side of Chicago with a diverse and caring group of women. I was welcomed into their community and was challenged by the injustice and heartbreak that I often saw. I was out of my comfort…
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Trail Mix Krispie Treats
Can I tell you that I feel old? We’ve returned home after spending a long weekend with our youth group on our winter retreat. Our students reported that it was “the best retreat ever” and I’d have to agree. We spent our days in sessions, cheering on our broomball team, zip lining, snow tubing and…
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Truffles (103) and Salted Caramel Coconut Macaroons (104)
The best way to end this series is showcasing the desserts that I made. If you are heading to a party this evening, I promise that you will be loved by all if you bring either of these! In my mind, all fancy dinners end with dessert. I wanted to continue the small plate concept…
Lace Cookies (93), Homemade Turtles (94), Peanut Brittle (95) and Pistachio Brittle (96)
Every year we make small homemade treats for our neighbors. It’s nothing too fancy but we feel like it’s an important gesture. This year we delivered little Christmas Chinese take out boxes filled with these sweet treats. The first were these Lace Cookies. I chose this recipe because the pictures were beautiful and this cookie…