Chances are, if you live in the Northwest, you've had Fisher scones.
If not, they are a "must have" especially when you're at one of our local fairs.
I much prefer making baked goods from scratch, but when something is better from the box, I'm all about semi-homemade. Ha!
Locally, Costco sells this big box of Fisher Scone mix which is so nice to have on hand.
They're so quick and easy to make.
Perfect for breakfast or anytime, they are
so delicious smothered in butter and fresh homemade strawberry jam!
The Maxwelton Parade rolls down two blocks from the Maxwelton Farm to the Mackie baseball field. It may be the shortest parade in the world, but it's full of spirit!
The girls really love to dress in Red, White, and Blue when celebrating Independence Day.
I've made many patriotic outfits in the past, but some years, I just don't have the time...
The other day when I told the girls I was thinking of making them something to wear on the 4th, Sydney immediately blurted out, "Yay! I love it when you make me clothes." With that response, I wasted no time, I figured I'd better take advantage of that while it lasts, I know the days of actually liking what mom makes are numbered. Ha!
I kept it simple, just a patchwork twirly skirt and a t-shirt I embellished. Nothing fancy, but festive nonetheless.
My country tis of thee, Sweet land of liberty,
Of thee I sing: Land where my fathers died, Land of the
Pilgrim's pride. From every mountain side Let freedom ring!
-Samuel F. Smith
Have a wonderful and safe 4th!
Last Friday, we made our annual trek to the u-pick strawberry patch.
Even though the weather we've been having around here doesn't make it feel like summer, heading out to pick vine ripened berries sure does.
I love sharing this tradition with the girls. It's our official kick off to summer.
We picked almost 10 pounds, enough for a couple batches of jam and a few containers of slicers.
To start our day, this is one of our favorites when we have fresh berries.
Mmmm, I love ice cream for breakfast!
For awhile now, I've been gathering tins decorated with roses.
I'll never pay more than $5 for one.
Most are made in England, Western Germany, and Holland, and some are definitely older than others.
I like to use mine to hold buttons and miscellaneous stuff.
They also make pretty flower containers.
I always use a glass vase filled with water as a liner, just incase the tin leaks.
