Cheryl's Blog

Come visit me in Apple Blossom Farms

2008-05-02T20:51:06Z

As I was driving home today, I pulled in to my subdivision and I thought, "Wow, it is really pretty here!" So I bypassed my home and drove around my neighborhood snapping some pictures. It was a rainy day, but you get the point!

Apple Blossom Farms, in Holland, Ohio, is a neat subdivision and today the trees and homes just looked so welcoming. I don't have a lot of pictures, but please join me as I take a little tour!!!

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Does anyone need a suggestion for a groomscake?

2008-04-24T12:43:21Z

This is oddly disgusting, yet so facinating!!!

So my friend and I are avid cake decorator's and I am always on the look out for a new cake to duplicate, whether it is the recipe or the design etc. I came across this cake today and my jaw dropped. Not because of the design. It is very simple. But check out the ingredients. I have everything at home that I need already!!! I seriously think I will be making this one very soon!

Check it out, I love it!!!

http://www.blackwidowbakery.com/demo/meatcake/index.html

Strawberry Festival??? Do you have any good strawberry recipes?

2008-04-22T21:31:53Z

Yes!!! A Strawberry Festival. In Holland, Ohio (Springfield Township)! This year, the Festival will be held June 11th - 15th. It is the 71st annual one.

I must admit, I have lived in Holland for over 10 years and I have never attended one. I think I am oing to change that this year. I was looking at the website for the festival and I noticed that there is a bake off! I love to bake!!

I was thinking of a strawberry pie, but I am sure that there are tons on those in the bake off. Does anyone have any good recipes that are sure to win???

Reading Anything Good?

2008-04-21T22:43:12Z

I love to read, but sometimes, with all of the work that I should be doing, I feel guilty for taking time out for my guilty pleasure!

Currently, I am reading Coral Moon, Book 2 in the Kanner Lake Series by Brandilyn Collins - It's a pretty good read.

I am also trying to choose a few books from Jack Canfield's Reading List - http://www.jackcanfield.com/pdf/JackCanfieldsReadingList.pdf -

Has anyone read anything new and noteworthy lately? I am trying to get my summer reading list ready!

Apple Blossom Farms, Holland, Ohio

2008-04-18T22:27:25Z

Apple Blossom farms, in the Village of Holland, Ohio is a community of over 178 families. The area, named for its proximity to area apple orchards, is located in an area known for its excellent schools, growing businesses, and community involvement.

One of the orchards in the area is MacQueen's Apple Barn and Cider Mill. Open year round, you can enoy fresh baked goods (the apple fritters are especially tasty!), the Christmas Barn, and Farm market. In the Fall, you can pick your own apples. Also, during the first weekend of October there is always the Apple Butter Stir and Craft Festival!

If you are planning a trip to the area, don't miss a stop at MacQueen's. And if you need someone to share an apple fritter, call me!

Will Winter ever end?

2008-04-01T14:15:06Z

I was leaving my house for the office the other morning, after yet another night of SNOW! Will winter ever end? As I waited to turn, I looked across the street to a patch of trees. I had to grab my camera! The scene was too perfect! The snow clung to the trees and they were beautiful!

Don't get me wrong, I am ready for Spring, but I will take this scene as my last glimpse of Winter!