Who Is Anastasia?

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New Castle, Indiana Zone 5, United States
When I was 55, I decided to embrace the things I love and hold precious and dear, regardless of anyone else's thoughts and opinion. I am a visual folk artist who loves flowers - my own flowers, grown and/or painted by me. I love good, hearty, exotic foods, and I love to prepare them myself. I love the secret garden situated in my backyard, regardless of how overgrown and wild it gets. No longer able to afford a vacation, this will have to be it for the time being. In the winter months, I still enjoy it. Anyway, here I am sharing my art, favorite recipes, cocktails, gardening tips, and just my usual vents and bantering. After all, I'm old enough to say whatever the heck I want to now ...

JEWELS OF MY SOUL

JEWELS OF MY SOUL
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May 26, 2011

Sangria Peach Compote with Ice Cream Recipe

Sangria Peach Compote with Ice Cream Recipe
This has not been an absolutely wonderful day. I'm out of sorts, stressed and saddened. My first inclination was to reach for a tall glass of Sangria and relax ... I tried it, and I couldn't relax ... Oh, come on ... what's every girl's favorite comfort food? Ice Cream!!! Duh!

This recipe for Sangria Peach Compote with Ice Cream is just too, too, too much - love it! Found it on a bhg.com ... Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!

The Backyard --Today's Vacation Spot

The Backyard --Today's Vacation Spot
A simple garden meal in the shade. No, it's not my backyard, but it looks identical to the one I grew up with at our home in Queens. Looking for an original pic of it to post soon!

Old Fashioned Tips