watermelon in winter

Hey all!  Just popping by to give a little update... I came back to this blog a couple weeks ago, after starting a new one.  Man, I used to be inspired!  I guess now I'm just old and tired, so I am less original in my posts...haha! But here's the update.  Renato and I got married in 2014, and we had a baby girl in January 2016.  We are still living in Brazil, and loving life!  I am a stay-at-home-mom, which was my childhood dream, and I also teach private English classes.  Oh, and I make and sell American sweets too, so that's fun.  That has shown down a bit lately, but I'm not sure why.  It's okay; I am hoping it will pick up again with the holidays coming!  I started another blog, which I hope you all follow me at baianamericana.blogspot.com I have been amazed by all the views this blog has had, even in my long absence.  I could really use your help and support over on my new blog!  I started it in English, but am wor...

...you wake up early on a Saturday morning with an urge to bake something with apples in it.  And it's general conference. I've learned over the past few months that I really enjoy cooking and especially baking.  I'm no professional, but I've definitely gotten braver in trying new things, making up recipes, and going out of my comfort zone to make deliciousness.  I especially enjoy it when I can make stuff to share with other people, and when I have time to do it well.  Last night I had a bad dream (I don't remember what it was), but I remember that one part was about baking something...so then when I woke up, I remembered that part.  And as I went to bed early last night and got up early today, I had a couple hours before conference started.  So I made German pancakes with apples and cinnamon, and drizzled caramel on top...and it was delicious!  I also made blueberry coffee cake.  And the best part?  I got to share. :)  I went to watc...