Squirrels in the Snow

I love watching the squirrels play in the snow! We've even seen a black squirrel come out every now and then. I also enjoy taking pictures of them, and the challenge of trying to catch them in action. But sometimes the best picture is when they're hiding behind a tree.

Or in a tree.

Or simply standing in the snow.

Grandma's Orange Cookies

Grandma's orange cookies have been a favorite of everyone's for a long time. Made from a cake mix, they would always disappear as soon as they were ready. Now I've had the chance to make them myself, and I love every part.

Cooling them when they're done.

The recipe written on a stained recipe card.

Grandma's Orange Cookies

1 box orange cake mix

1/2 cup cooking oil

2 eggs

1 tsp orange zest

Mix everything together, then bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.

The cookies baking in the oven.

Enjoy!

A Flower in Bloom

Flowers are such a beautiful part of creation that I thought I'd share some pictures of one!

Happy new year!

Merry Christmas!

Peppermint Bark

White chocolate and peppermint. Red and white. Creamy and crunchy. That's what this is!
For some of my Christmas presents, I made peppermint bark. The recipe couldn't be any easier!

I melted the chocolate, spread it in a pan, and then sprinkled peppermint bits on top. I also swirled it around a little to mix the red in with the white.

I will be giving this away, although I did sample some. :)

Super easy and super yummy!