My Darling Lemon Thyme top 10 posts of 2018

As the year draws to an end I thought I'd carry on the tradition I started last year of sharing the 10 most popular posts of the year. Last year (as it was the first time I'd shared a pot of it's kind) I shared the top 10 posts of the year, from newly posted recipes, to classics posted years ago. This year however I thought it would be great to see which of the posts I've shared DURING 2018 spoke to you the most. It's always super interesting for me to see which posts were well received, sometimes I have an idea when a post will do great (if something has chocolate, especially if it's a 'healthy' sweet treat, it's usually ok to assume it will be well received!), but a few of them have surprised me, in a good way! I'm stoked to see there are so many of you interested in sprouting and the kinds of recipes you can then make with them. Very cool. Looking at the top posts of this past year, from all the recipes on my site, a few of the all-time favourites showed up again this year... Ginger-roasted pumpkin + quinoa salad […]

My Darling Lemon Thyme top 10 posts of 2018

As the year draws to an end I thought I'd carry on the tradition I started last year of sharing the 10 most popular posts of the year. Last year (as it was the first time I'd shared a pot of it's kind) I shared the top 10 posts of the year, from newly posted recipes, to classics posted years ago. This year however I thought it would be great to see which of the posts I've shared DURING 2018 spoke to you the most. It's always super interesting for me to see which posts were well received, sometimes I have an idea when a post will do great (if something has chocolate, especially if it's a 'healthy' sweet treat, it's usually ok to assume it will be well received!), but a few of them have surprised me, in a good way! I'm stoked to see there are so many of you interested in sprouting and the kinds of recipes you can then make with them. Very cool. Looking at the top posts of this past year, from all the recipes on my site, a few of the all-time favourites showed up again this year... Ginger-roasted pumpkin + quinoa salad […]

An epic Christmas bike ride thanks to changing traditions

I think for the most part, most of us make Christmas plans, then we simply follow through. Then there are those that may tweak 'the rules' a little here or there…  maybe either to change things up to introduce some new traditions or because changing circumstances require it. Changing up Christmas traditions can be a […]

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The First Post of 2019!!! Two From Ft. Worth?!! Ft. Worth??? Yes, Ft. Worth!!!

Starting out 2019 with a story on interior design -  renovations of two homes, one classic, one contemporary, and both in Ft. Worth.    An eagle-eyed reader sent me a link to a house for sale in Fort Worth, Texas.   Ft. Worth is the twin city of Dallas…think Minneapolis and St. Paul.   Over the years, Ft. Worth has grown into its own and is no longer in the shadow of Dallas.  It's a cowtown,

The Love List

As we settle in and ready ourselves for the festivities over the coming days, I wanted to pause for a moment and say Thank You. Thank you for visiting here, leaving kind comments, and sharing in these moments of my life. I'm very grateful for the time that you spend time here. Wishing you peace, love and joy. Merry Christmas.

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How to host a holiday party, the French way

The natural light in this Swedish home is so dreamy

In search of last minute gifts? This book or a gift certificate for Audible.com or Audible.ca would be a great idea.

On choosing slow this holiday season

I'm planning a few changes around here for the new year. One of them will be a subscriber newsletter. In 11+ years of blogging, I've never sent a newsletter to you kind folks who visit here! I'd be honoured if you sign up for my newsletter and let me send additional ideas, inspiration, and interesting things your way. I'd love to get to know you better and think this will be a meaningful and fun way to do that. I promise not to clutter your mailbox and will only send a note when I have something valuable to say ;)

I'm not usually a loft person, but I find this one quite charming

I need one of these prints in my life. This one might be my favourite

Every single piece of pottery they make is stunning

I'm enjoying watching Sarah's new family fixer upper come together. Follow the progress in her Instagram highlights

I'll be taking a break for the next week and I hope you are enjoying quiet time too. Have a wonderful holiday, friends!

Twinkle Champagne Cocktail

This Downton Abbey-inspired Twinkle champagne cocktail is a great way to add a little sparkle to your celebrations. With its champagne top and glitzy name, this light, delicately flavored drink is ideal for New Year's Eve or Valentine's Day. 

No good party cocktail is complete without some show-stopping appetizers to pair it with. I almost never hose a dinner and drinks party without my favorite Garlic Roasted Shrimp, Easy and Elegant Meat and Cheese Board, or Dried Apricot and Blue Cheese Canapes with Walnuts

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Twinkle Champagne Cocktail

Guys, we are just days away from the end of the year! Sip Sip Hooray! 

Nothing helps you celebrate the start of a new year better than a cocktail as sophisticated as this Twinkle Champagne Cocktail! A little fizz, a dash of vodka, and a fruity surprise will make your night sparkle with delight. 

With only three simple ingredients, and easy as pie directions, in no time you'll be feeling like the Lord or Lady of the house. No one will be able to resist this softly sweet and smooth concoction, so be ready to be mixing up this cocktail all night long!  (more…)

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4 Personal Risk Management New Year's Resolutions

Have you made any New Year's resolutions? Perhaps to go to the gym? Eat healthier? Your health and wellbeing are very important, but we'd also encourage you to consider some personal risk management resolutions this year!

Here are 4 suggestions to help you improve your risk management strategy this year: