Sara's Sweet Surprise

MY THANKSGIVING IS GOING TO POT!   The table will be set. Our star guest Mr. Tom will be sitting center stage waiting for his accompaniment.   For many years this was our traditional Thanksgiving side dish..."sweet potato casserole."  Loaded with toasty, gooey marshmallows. That is until......one year when inspiration and (marshmallow) boredom hit.   That's when a  new (side dish) star was born and my Thanksgiving went to pot. "POT PIE" that is. Here's the how-to's for my..... Sweet Potato Apple Streusel  Potpie. SWEET POTATO FILLING 2-3 29 oz cans cut sweet potatoes or the equivalent of  baked sweet potatoes. 1-20 oz. can (no sugar added) apple pie filling 1/2 c. diced apple  Combine drained sweet potatoes, apple pie filling and diced apple.  Spoon half of the  sweet potato filling into a baking dish.  Spread an even layer of the streusel topping over the filling...

My cup runneth over. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for each and every note written to me.  Your words are truly what continues to help me cope in this healing process. I will forever cherish your friendship and support. There will be a few new changes to Sara's Sweet Surprise.  I will be adding more DIY projects for gift giving or......to use as new touches to your decor. The most challenging and yet very exciting addition will be..."Girl Talk!"  Vlogging on a plethora of topics that we girls love to chat about.   No worries, I will continue to bring my unique style of cuisine to the table. 1. Pumpkin (shaped) Pot Pies 2. Edible Cupcake Wrappers 3. Candy Snowflakes It's sure to bring a sweet surprise!   

Angel laid on my chest and filled my face with kitty kisses. Trying to give me enough of them to ease my pain and hopefully carry me through in her absence. Our time is fleeting. How I wished I could turn back the clock. When I look at her I can't convey to her the the love I have, or how great this loss is to me. Especially how I'll miss her everyday. Angel always loved blogging, more so putting in her opinion. She has been my constant companion through my darkest hours and has brought my greatest delights for 16 years. As my dear friend said to me..."they're the ones we whisper our greatest fears to." "We have a big favor to ask of you." My circle of family and friends is very tiny here, so finding solace can be distant. This is where I'm reaching out to you. I know you understand with all your heart what these furry companions mean to us. I would like to compile a scrapbook with all your comments. Whether your a pet owner or just a lover...

Angel's been in my life for over 15 years. She is my constant companion and comfort. Especially now as I struggle through a personal event. My heart aches as I wait to hear the results from her vet. Please keep us in your thoughts as we go forward. I know how much you find unconditional love from your fur babies too. They bring our greatest joys.

Preparing for a F iesta !   For many revelers, the Fifth of May has come to mean Margaritas and Mexican food, and spring weather. But Cinco de Mayo isn't the celebration of Mexican independence, as many believe, nor is it celebrated throughout Mexico. Festivities are generally confined to the state of Puebla, where, in 1862, Mexican troops defeated an invading French army nearly double their strength. Citizens there still mark the occasion with a military parade honoring the Battle of Puebla, followed by a fiesta filled with music, dancing, and, food. In the U.S., though, Cinco de Mayo is rapidly becoming a favorite springtime celebration. Whether you blame it on the aggressive advertising of Mexican beer companies or credit Chicano pride and a growing interest in Mexican culture  along with the cuisine..... the fact remains that May 5 is the perfect excuse to entertain. Méxican Folklórico Dancers A folk dance is performed in celebration of a special event. ...

HAPPY EASTER! http://youtu.be/XTTDoT2RH40

Dinner and dessert... chicken nuggets, peas and carrots. With a side of mashed potatoes and gravy. Chocolate Strawberry Pie Strawberry and Blueberry Cupcakes. A dinner and dessert...perfect for Aprils Fools Day! Recipes: April Fools dinner Fish Sticks (I preferred the faux fish sticks recipe for the chicken nuggets) Berry Pie Cupcakes I'll be back to blogging next week. Hope to see you then.

A note from me to you My wish is for your day to be surrounded by "LOVE!" Here's a peek at whats to come.....   Chocolate Lace

without taking a few snapshots. This was definitely the Christmas that kept on giving. While most were packing up decorations...we were still joyfully receiving holiday guests including my grand-pups. I'm always amazed at how those pups can wear us out!! Hubs and I look at pup sitting as the minor leagues training for the major leagues of grand parenting. This years Christmas tree was cut from our backyard. We have a few trees growing awaiting their turn to be "axed" and adorned for the holiday. The only major issue...trees that grow outside appear a whole heck of a lot smaller in the great outdoors. Needless to say.....being that it had turned into a tumbleweed it was more difficult removing "TREEZILLA!" The branches had dried up a bit, trapping our Christmas lights in it's clutches! I'm happy to report they were eventually freed. I'll have to admit.....I may have over indulged a tad over the holiday, but I've got a sure fire way to...