The New Ride...

We finally found a new car that would work for us. It's a 2008 Chevy Impala. I'll still miss the Camry, but this is a pretty good replacement.

Good Friday

I am attempting to make traditional hot cross buns. :) It looks promising...however, I always have a hard time getting the second rise to work anytime I make bread. If you have any suggestions for me, let me know. ;) Brian, Patrick and I will all be going to the veneration of the cross later. And to end the day in a proper manner, we'll be watching the Passion tonight. I can't believe I just started that last sentence with a conjunction! What's wrong with me?

Apple Pie

Saturday, Brian and I went out past Idalou to the Apple Butter Festival.

It was fun: Live bluegrass, Apple turnovers, and a Petting zoo! :)

Well, we bought some apples and I made my very first apple pie.

It was absolutely delicious!

Well, there's still some left as you can see.

...but there probably won't be for long.

I like to bake - it keeps me busy (and the results aren't bad either).