Boozy Irish Chocolate Cake
With Guinness in the cake, Jameson’s in the ganache, and Irish Creme in the frosting, this is a must try for St. Patrick’s Day or anytime you want a moist, flavorful cake with a kick.
Author : Kelly Brakenhoff
Sweet & Savory Alpine Potato Soup
What do football, a polar vortex, and my kitchen have in common? Answer: They all inspired these potato-packed recipes!
February Book Club: Dirty Thirty by Janet Evanovich
Stephanie Plum is back, and despite living through 30 (Yes, 30!!) books’ worth of car explosions, perilous bounty hunts, and Lula’s daring fashion choices, she’s barely aged a day. Meanwhile, Janet Evanovich, her fearless creator, is now in her eighties. Which begs the question: Is the end in sight?
January Book Club: Keeled Over at the Cliffside by Nancy Stewart
Saltcliff on the Sea sounds like the perfect getaway—quaint California seaside vibes, charming locals, and a cozy inn with Instagrammable sunsets. But murder has a way of ruining even the best vacations.
Verso l’alto: Striving for the Heights with Comfort and Joy
Every December, I sit down with a warm beverage and choose a word or phrase to guide me through the next year. It’s a little tradition that helps me focus on what matters most. It doesn’t mean everything magically goes as planned, but it helps me stay open to saying “yes” when the right moment comes along.
Jam Stuffed Scones
This updated version of the classic is a treat for kids and adults. It’s still perfect for little hands to help with the mixing and stuffing, but I’ve added a twist: salted caramel chips! Found them on the chocolate chip shelf at the store and couldn’t resist. Of course, you can use any combination of chips and jam that sound yummy—get creative!
December Book Club: Here’s Looking at Murder, Kid by Della Pearl
The smell of popcorn, the hum of a projector, and a quiet seaside town with a small movie theater showing classic Hollywood films—sounds idyllic, right? Until a dead body shows up before the credits roll.
Why ASL Belongs in Every Classroom (and How Small Steps Can Make a Big Difference)
Belonging is a higher calling—it’s about truly being part of the group, not just physically present. Imagine how transformative it would be if every classroom taught students enough ASL to connect with their Deaf classmates, coworkers, or neighbors.
Spotlight on Language First: An Interview with Kimberly Ofori-Sanzo
If you’re new to Deaf education or just looking for ways to better support a DHH child in your life, Language First is the resource hub you’ve been searching for.
November Book Club: A Hopeless Murder by Daniel Carson
If you’re in the mood for a quirky, laugh-out-loud cozy mystery, A Hopeless Murder by Daniel Carson is a fun choice. This first book in the series introduces us to Hopeless, Idaho—a town bursting with eccentric personalities, nosy neighbors, and more secrets than you’d expect from a place so small.