The Stoneware Teacup

 I got this stoneware teacup a long time ago, it is not part of a set but I will miss it. There is one left from the bunch I bought at the time.  I like stoneware.

Happy New Year 2024

 I found this inspiring quote for  you from Shutterfly:

"At precisely the moment you feel like giving up, victory is always within reach. Remember this moving into the New Year."

I suppose it is one of hope.

Happy New Year friends!

Sunday Smiles - Charcuterie Board

 Have a Happy New Year's Eve!  I thought this was a fun charcuterie board.

Linking to Gillena's Sunday Smiles.

Xmas Dinner 2023 recap

 

pretty place settings

appetizers

appetizers

pork and chicken

Mashed potatoes, broccoli, green beans

carrots, stuffing, squash, caesar salad, cranberry sauce

my dinner plate

desserts

We celebrated Christmas Day this year at Daughter L's house.  It was special because her husband's family was there too.  The food was perfect, everyone contributed various food items. I am sharing some of the photos with you here for the memories.

Friday Art - Gannet

 Welcome to Friday Art!  I did a Gannet bird portrait for you today.  It is an ACEO (2 1/2" x 3 1/2").

Linking to Nicole's Friday Face Off and to Gillena's Art For Fun Friday. 

Rain's Thursday Art and Dinner Date - Word(s) for 2024 and Peanut Butter udon noodles

 

Welcome to Rain's Thursday Art and Dinner Date!  Her theme is 'Word(s) for 2024'.  I chose 'Gratitude' and here is my ACEO (2 1/2" x 3 1/2") to illustrate it.

For the Dinner date, I am showing peanut butter udon noodles.

Denise had posted this recipe awhile back and I decided to try it as I had most of the ingredients.  It is a rich peanut sauce that husband M and son K enjoyed.  I prefer lighter tasting food but it smells so good as it is cooking.  Maybe I can try it with bean thread vermicelli or sweet potato noodles next time.

Here is the youtube link as well.
 

Happy New Year when it comes!

Wednesday Memes