It has been awhile since I have taken the time to write.  I have been apprehensive of what to write about.  I do not consider myself a talented writer, but I do enjoy putting words down that are on my mind.  The words I put down sometimes do not make sense or come out being downright boring!  What can I say, I am a simple girl with a simple life!  At times, I can feel myself waiting for the change in events in my life that will make me feel as though I am making a difference......but as for now...

Today and for the past week I have been enjoying my life in the mountains.  Spring is in the air and I definitely feel it in my nose and throat. Yes, my allergies have gotten the best of me!  The problem with allergies is that they eventually turn into some sort of sinus infection!  I am fighting with all my might to not feel defeated from the sinus/allergy situation.  It has taken a lot out of me!

On a brighter note, I was able to spend most of today with my precious husband in the kitchen!  I love spending together time baking and cooking together.  I take pleasure in baking.  I don't think I have ever mentioned that before, but baking tends to peak my interest and has grown to be a passion of mine.  I would not say that I am a fabulous baker.  It is more of a hit or miss with my bake goods, but I have a relaxing time exploring and understanding the different ingredients to create baked goods that burst with taste!  I sometimes feel like it is a chemistry project in the kitchen; please note that I was never good chemistry in school.....hated the subject.  The combination of flour, sugars, salt, and vanilla as a base is the start to many scrumptious, mouthwatering baked goodies! 

Today I had the pleasure of baking chocolate chip muffins.  I think I have finally perfected the original recipe that I found.  I love to have a muffin in the morning to start my day so I decided that it was my mission to start baking my own from scratch.  Altogether this venture would be more cost effective and to some degree a bit healthier .....no unknown additives.  As I began experimenting with different muffin recipes, I discovered that I was having difficulties understanding why my muffins were so very dry the day after they were originally were baked.  I researched different recipes and talked to some close friends of mine that are bakers.  I had many suggestions given to me.  I took the plunge and added a few ingredients here and there........and BAM!!!  I think I have possibly solved the dry muffin syndrome.  No.....I will not reveal my secrets!  However, I will say that plain yogurt, egg yolks, and oil are key to moistness in bake goods!

Now it is time to wind down my day!  The sun is setting beautifully and the spring air has turned crisp!  Until next time.......when I can share what is on my mind......no matter how boring I may be :)....