I had the family over on Sunday and made lasagna in my new yellow covered dish that I got for Mother's Day. If I do say so myself - which to be fair they all kindly said the same - it came out wonderful! And I credit the pan, dish, whatever it should be called! The lasagna stayed together, if you know what I mean, and the flavors seemed to marry better. So happy with it and now I need to make something else in it. Do you have any suggestions? Pretty please? Summer Lynn, who now calls herself "Summie" was my assistant. Can you believe I have been cooking in Daisy Cottage's kitchen for almost 10 years now? And to have her here with me, helping me when she visits is so precious to me! Happy moments for sure. I made a simple salad to go with the lasagna - spinach, red onion, roasted walnuts, blue cheese, and raspberry vinaigrette for the dressing. Delicious! Along with the garlic bread, it was a good meal and a good time. I know you know what I mean..... when everybody is together and all is nice. Sigh. I don't take those moments for granted either. Never have. Never will.
I have painted a few more paintings for the dollhouse and of course the house needed one of a swan! ;-) This little painting thing is really really fun! I have never allowed myself to try it other than painting furniture since early elementary school days when an art teacher told me that I was "doing it wrong" and crushed my little inner artist spirit. I painted one that is a little bit bigger for Shawn who loves the water so much ...
He loved it. :-)
So it has been some domestic AND artistic days of late and I love the combination. Now to keep on keepin' on............
Love,
Me
Kim, it hurts my heart that a teacher told you that. your art is ever so charming. Your emotions are evident in this art....and that would be love.
And I love the self-appointed name... 'Summie'! It sounds like a happy vase of daisies!
love
Jenn
Posted by: Jennifer Wallace | 06/10/2015 at 10:02 AM
domesticcated days are such a blessing and wonderful. nothing better than family dinners and conversation. how about a yummy chicken casserole in your new yellow pan? I can smell the aroma of your lasagana dinner ! :) you make me smile ! and these days make summee love the memories at "birdies" house !
Posted by: linda | 06/10/2015 at 10:45 AM
Family times around the table are awesome and precious.Oh your new casserole dish is a Le Crueset...no wonder it baked your lasagna perfectly. How precious the little apron-wearing grandgirlie. Is it okay to hope that her self-given nickname doesn't take? Summer Lynn is such a beautiful name! She is a ray of sunshine and looks very summery to me. Great job on the paintings!
Posted by: Vee | 06/10/2015 at 11:59 AM
I totally get what you mean and don't take those times for granted either. And I agree, grandkids make even basic chores special.
Posted by: Patty Marker | 06/10/2015 at 01:03 PM
I'm so happy for you that your artistic spirit has sprouted forth in new growth even though it was dormant for many years due to an unthinking teacher. Sensitive souls are easily hurt.
I love your art! Your swan and Shawn's seascape are perfect. Time spent with family is a gift and what better gift than to pass your love and wisdom to Summer Lynn.
Posted by: G from Ga | 06/10/2015 at 02:07 PM
Kim, Art classes are really popular right now; Jess and Nel took a class and loved it. You really should too because it's apparent that you have a talent for it. Your lasagna sounds scrumptious and so does the salad with vinaigrette dressing. Your painting of the water really is lovely. :~)
~Sheri
Posted by: Red Rose Alley | 06/10/2015 at 06:15 PM
Hi sweet Kim :)
You could always make this: http://deardaisycottage.typepad.com/daisy_cottage/2007/07/corn-spoon-brea.html
;)
I like this recipe a lot: http://simplyfreshdinners.com/2014/11/roasted-lemon-rosemary-chicken.html
By the way, I recognize that cake. You made it on my birthday once :)
Of course, Summie is adorable. I think you should sell your paintings on Etsy. I would buy one! That teacher was crazy. You're more talented than you realize.
Love you,
rue
Posted by: rue | 06/10/2015 at 07:51 PM
Mmmm Lasagne love it!! I agree Kim it certainly depends on the vessel that you cook in as to the finished taste. Love your new dish she's a beauty!! Summer Lynne could pass as an Aussie everyone has a nick name either your name shortened like Summie or if you have red hair watch out you'll get Blue,Ginger Bloodnut,Red,Ranga it goes on and on all in good fun though lol. Love how Summer Lynne came up with Summie is so cute! and I adore her little apron I bet she's a great little helper. I think you need to cook some Spinach and Ricotta cannelloni in your new dish. Love your little artworks Teachers have a lot to answer for sometimes if she/he could only see you now with your many talents including beautiful little paintings. Have a Great day!! xo ;)
Posted by: Trish | 06/11/2015 at 04:32 AM
Your miniature artwork is beautiful. I'd love to see you tackle a few life-size paintings. The one of the swan is precious.
Posted by: Lynn | 06/11/2015 at 09:06 AM
The aprons are back! Love your little paintings! Happy times in Daisy Cottage thanks to the homemaker who makes it a place of love always...
Posted by: Beth K. | 06/11/2015 at 10:06 PM
Lovely. This is so funny Summer calls herself Summie and our Piper calls herself Pipie. She will go up to people and say Hi I Pipie. And she loves to help with housework and cooking. It must be something about that age.
I love your paintings. Is there ever a wrong way to do art?
Posted by: Renee | 06/12/2015 at 08:41 PM
Hi Kim... Art is the personal and individual expression of the spirit and the heart! You cannot ever do it "wrong"... I love your swan paintings... delightful! Enjoy yourself! You know the expression "dance like no one is watching and sing like no one is listening" ... well... paint like no one is judging! Just let your beautiful heart and soul put the color and form where it will and be free and happy about it!
Posted by: Rene Cerrito | 06/13/2015 at 10:49 PM
Good morning,
I also had a family meal Sunday to celebrate Father's Day and 2 of my kids birthdays. Crazy, I had thought about Lasagna but my men's favorite is chicken fried steak so guess what I made. I think I'll ask for one of those pans for my birthday in July and the next family birthday is in Aug. and I'll make Lasagna then.
The 2 little ones enjoyed the Slip 'N Slide and the adults enjoyed sitting out on the remodeled front porch. I cherish these moments also and my kids do to. I will admit I don't do it as often as I should. It wears me out but I always survive. Happy Summer Friend!
Posted by: Mary | 06/23/2015 at 10:46 AM