Encouraging Hearts and Home@Slices of Life

Morning Cup of Joe@The Cottage Market

Meraki Link party@Doodle Buddies

I love this quote from Lady Bird Johnson…”Where flowers bloom, so does hope…”. It seems even more appropriate this spring as we are slowly regaining our footing after such a topsy-turvy year. The flowers seem brighter, the air smells sweeter and the laughter of my Princess so precious. There is hope. I like that. I also like bringing a bit of that springtime hope into my house. Some blooms are nature made, some are man made, all are beautiful.

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Senior Salon@Esme Salon

It is an ice cream type of day and I had a lovely jar of homemade blackberry jam just waiting to be used…it is a win win on all accounts I think.

I think, with great optimism, that spring is here and I’m looking forward to some porch time. I’m afraid the pollen may drive me back inside, but I can risk it for a few hours.

Ingredients

The Usual Cast of Characters

• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 2 cups blackberry jam or purée
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

The Steps to Glory

1. Add lemon juice to blackberry jam, mix and set aside.

2. In a large bowl, combine whipping cream, milk and sugar. Mix well.

3. Add blackberry jam to whipping cream and mix to incorporate.

4. Freeze according to your ice cream makers directions.

5. Once ice cream is done mixing, transfer to a container with a lid.

6. Cover and freeze for several hours then scoop and enjoy!

I added Chocolate chips, I’m crazy like that!

Also, guess who had a birthday. Our Princess is 8!

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We are off on Adventure this week…I can’t wait to share. In the meantime, this week enjoy one of my favorite posts from the past!

 

Jesus Christ is risen today,

Alleluia! Our triumphant holy day, Alleluia!

Who did once upon the cross, Alleluia!

Suffer to redeem our loss. Alleluia!

Wishing you a happy and blessed Easter Sunday!

Inspire me Monday. Inspire me Tuesday . Metamorphosis. You’re the Star. Tuesday with a twist. Wonderful Wednesday. Keep in touch. Beautifully made. Party in your pjs. Wednesday blog hop. Your whim. Share your style. Home and garden. Waste not. Grandma’s House DIY. Vintage charm.Friendship Friday. Funtastic Friday. Grace at Home Thursday favorites. BFF open house. Morning Cup Of Joe. Home matters.Create bake grow. Snickerdoodle. Happiness is homemade. Silver pennies. Create with joy. Over the Moon Creatively crafty Senior salon. Turn about Tuesday celebrate your story Little cottage Saturday Sparks Farmhouse Friday All About Home Flaunt it Friday Pink Saturday encouraging hearts and home fresh farm Tuesday. Wednesday Centerpiece. Dare to share. Doodle buddies heart and souls simple sunday Sunday artsy mama stars silverado. The Fabulous Party. Charming homes and gardens homestead blog hop

 

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Inspire Me Monday@Create with Joy

It’s incredibly unbelievable that next week is Easter. It kind of took me by surprise. Seriously, I had to hurry to add the bunnies and eggs to the decor mix this weekend. The weather has cooperated for the most part so it was easy to find inspiration around me. However, 3 years ago it snowed in April so I don’t rest easy until May. I felt much more cheery surrounded by colorful eggs and cute bunnies. I’m pretty sure spring is here to stay!

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