November 6, 2015
If I could. . .
I’d light a crackling fire,
sit you down in a comfy chair with your favorite book and a view of the pond out back.
I’d crack a window to fill your ears with nature sounds–
the meandering leaf-swirling wind,
the Caw of a solitary crow.
I’d serve you a generous piece of warm spicy gingerbread. . .
and a cup of steaming coconut chai tea, with the perfect dash of vanilla rice milk,
and then?
I’d let you sit. . .
and simmer. . .
basking in November’s cozy infusion.
Want to feel happy? Fill your house with the aromatic smell of baking gingerbread.
**Hint: For added happiness, after smelling, eat.
Old-fashioned Gingerbread
- 1 2/3 cup flour
- 1 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1 1/2 tsp ginger
- 3/4 tsp cinnamon
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1/2 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Lemon glaze
- 2/3 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 3 Tbsp lemon juice
Heat oven to 350. Grease and flour a 9″ square baking pan. Stir together dry ingredients. Add egg, molasses, and oil. Stir in boiling water until smooth. Bake 35-40 minutes. While still hot, pour the lemon glaze over the top.
Snuggle
in
and
enjoy
November.
Prairie love heading your way. . .
catch it.
Peacock Prairie 
Sounds really cosy.
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I had fun putting words together to convey the cozy feeling of November. It opened my eyes as well to a sometimes drab month.
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Such a beautiful post and photos ..😄
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Thanks Julie. I imagine it’s a bit hot right now over there on your side of the world, so just enjoy my warm wishes without the tea.
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Yummy, I can’t wait to make and try the gingerbread and the tea sounds divine!
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You won’t be disappointed with the gingerbread. It’s a favorite with everyone here. Look for the tea at World Market. It’s expensive but worth every penny.
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Love! Thanks for the recipe! I will make it for sure! I love how you combine such beauty and appreciation for your world with healthy choices as well. We are kindred spirits, Julie! Hope you have a lovely weekend!
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Yes, nurse Kelly, I recognize the kindredness when I read your lovely posts. I’m so happy to hear gingerbread is a healthy choice– I didn’t realize. It’s so good even if unhealthy I would still gobble it down!
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Was more so referring to your green tea… but I think the gingerbread in moderation is certainly fine! LOL
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Ooooh, I adore these photos!! 💖💖💖💖
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Why thank you. I really appreciate you saying that since I was struggling posting, thinking I didn’t have enough quality photos.
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Oh, but they are gorgeous!! 😊😊
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Beautiful pictures and words!
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Thanks sweet Lynne.
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Superb post, with what Lynne says.
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Knowing Lynne personally, I responded to her words and called her sweet.Since you wrote ‘with what Lynne says’, I guess that makes my response, thank you sweet Derrick!
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🙂
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That is the same coconut chai tea brand I drink! It’s lovely isn’t it? And the old-fashioned gingerbread recipe is very similar to the one my mother-in-law gave to me many years ago. She passed away from cancer so when I bake this cake and the smell fills my home, it’s a reminder for my children of time spent with her. This is a beautiful post. What a wonderfully warm welcome you’ve given us with words and pictures. 🙂
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Thank you, Jane, for sharing your story about your mother-in-law. How lucky your children are to have the smell of gingerbread and memories of Grandma all wrapped up together. And what a surprise to learn you are drinking the same tea as me while living in Australia.
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You are sooooo good. That is the cutest tea cup in the whole world. Thanks for the recipe.
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You are sooooo nice. Actually I never drink out of that delicate cup, but I do like to look at it. I use a giant mug with, yes, a peacock. It makes me happy.
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Oh, Julie! What a heart moving post. There is so much beauty and Love and gentleness in your posts which I just so appreciate. Bless you for being YOU. And thank you for sharing YOU with us!! Love, Amy ❤
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Once again sweet words from a beautiful rose. Thank you.
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You are SO welcome!!! ❤
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Merci pour ce beau reportage et ces superbes photos
Bonne soirée et belle semaine
Bisous
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Mon fils de huit ans et moi avons un merveilleux temps à traduire la langue française. Merci pour la lecture. Mes bénédictions à vous. 🙂
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