Crazy Cake.

This cake, by far, is the BEST Chocolate Cake I've ever had. A recipe handed down from Jason's (my hubby) Grandmother. A recipe that she had made since the 1960's. A recipe he refers to as a SECRET {although I'm not 100% sure it is. I've seen others that are pretty darn close}.

This cake has now become a family favorite. My nephews {who are an "extra" addition to my family of four :)} often request it, as does the hubby. BUT, I don't make it often. I like that it brings Jason back to a happy time in his life & I don't want him to lose sight of that. I worry if I make it too often, it will take away the "wow" factor for him.

Although I never got to taste his Grandma's, Jason says it tastes just as he remembers it. And that, warms my heart.

So now my question...Should any recipe ever really be a secret? Why not share the goodness? ...I think I may have mixed feelings on this one. Hmmm, something to ponder.

Spring is here!

Yay! I absolutely LOVE it! Warmer temperatures, sunny skies, & longer days.

So- I thought I'd start the new season out with a new fabric wreath...idea courtesy of Little Birdie Secrets (they did a heart shaped wreath for Valentine's Day). And boy, was it SUPER simple!

BUT, not so "super simple" for me. Thanks to this little guy...

This precious {stubborn} baby would be Jared. And apparently, he was HIGHLY offended that I was focusing my attention on something other than him. So, what did he do? Climbed up in my lap, {whether I wanted him there or not} and made sure I knew he was there!

He fought it as long as he possibly could {all of 15 minutes} before finally surrendering to his heavy eyes. Needless to say, I didn't finish the wreath that night. I just soaked up the moment. Running my fingers through his curly hair & wondering how in the world he got so BIG so FAST.

I did however, finish the wreath the next day...with Jared's help of course :)