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Banana Bread Day: Celebrating a Classic Comfort Food
Banana bread is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed by many for generations. It's no wonder that it has its own holiday, Banana Bread Day, which is celebrated annually on February 23rd. This day is the perfect opportunity to indulge in this delicious treat, whether you prefer it plain or with added ingredients such as nuts or chocolate chips.
Yes, banana bread has a history…
Banana bread has be..."Ah, the blizzard. It's a time when we all get to curl up indoors, watch the snow fall, and wonder why we ever thought it was a good idea to live in Iowa. But fear not, my fellow Iowans, because there are plenty of things you can do to make the most of a snowy day.
First things first, let's start with the basics. Build a fire in the fireplace, make a cup of hot cocoa, and wrap yourself in a cozy blanket. It's time to get comfortable and embrace the hygge lifestyle.
Now that you're settled in, l...
Chuck, a Des Moines Iowa native, joined the military service at the age of 19. He served in the U.S Army overseas and was part of the evacuation crew when Charles De Gaulle expelled NATO forces from France. Chuck remembers grabbing whatever equipment they could and withdrawing to Germany as fast as possible.
Instilled with a desire to travel, Chuck kept rank and served in the Air Force after his tour with the U.S. Army was completed. Thinking he would never marry, his w...
Think BIG! Bright and light!
Growing up, my Grandpa - the savvy money saving Bohemian, would enjoy his coffee or meals at the kitchen table with the chandelier turned OFF. I would exclaim, “We don’t live in a cave!” upon entering the room and flip the lights on before joining him at the table. Light, whether natural or artificial has an uplifting psychological effect on the psyche. Light brightens moods and makes a room welcome, inviting, and BIGGER than it really is. The great thing about usi...Welcome to THINK BIG! Thursday's. Each Thursday we will explore how you can make your home appear larger with some simple tips and design tricks.
Kiss the clutter good-bye
The old adage, “less is more” applies when it comes to making the rooms in your home bigger. The biggest space restrictor is the clutter that pulls your attention away from the fabulous square footage you already have. Kissing the clutter good bye is also the least expensive (it could actually make you some dough) way t...