As I’ve mentioned a time or ten before, I don’t really excel in many areas of homemaking. But, maybe since I’ve been in the house more hours than usual this week, I feel like I’ve made a few small strides in the way of domesticity.
Below is a picture of an {unsolicited} gift I received from my mother this Christmas.
The fact that she felt the need to label the box tells you something about her assessment of my ability level in this area. I do, however, know what many of the tools inside are to be used for, and conveniently, I remembered the kit this week when I noticed a doll stroller in serious need of repair. Dolls and dogs were sliding out left and right.
You can’t tell from this picture, but the left strap that connects the umbrella to the handle has now been painstakingly sewed… or is it sewn… {I’m not used to typing such words}… back in place. It’s not pretty up close, but it’s functional. And, now, the $7.99 stroller from Target has a new lease on life. At least until the Toddler tries to secure her 27-pound self into the seat again.
Below is another gift, {again, I don’t recall asking for this…}, that I received a few years ago for another holiday from the same giver. Apparently, I thought I was busy in 2004.
And, again, you’ll notice the skill level assessment as indicated by the 3 and 4 ingredient promise. Well, I’ll be the first to admit weakness in the kitchen area, but some sort of strange inspiration hit me earlier this week, and I bravely decided to make a quiche. Broccoli quiche, to be specific. Normally I would avoid any such experimentation on a week night… or any other night, for that matter. And, it actually had closer to 10 or 12 ingredients. I know, it was insanely complicated.
I now have great respect for food photographers, so please ignore the poor lighting long enough to savor with me the mini miracle that is this quiche…
While the Spouse is normally not a fan of my attempts to make what he calls “girl food” for dinner {also known as tearoom fare}, this was an exception. He had two helpings, AND took leftovers for lunch the next day. Even I didn’t like it that much.
Lest I ever be tempted toward prideful thoughts when I make such forward progress in domesticity, I have to go no further than the pages of Southern Living’s “Easter Ideas” recipe section to put things in perspective. Or, I can simply look through our pictures from the fall and recall my “easy-to-sew” poodle skirt experience involving Jo-Ann’s. And, instantly, I’m humbled. I have a long way to go in my journey toward domestic proficiency. So, there’s no place for pride here. Just a little bit of gloating in my weaknesses…
All I’m saying is that I think a little bit of the power rested here this week 😉
The quiche was great, and I have to admit you are becoming a better cook. I must still proclaim my favorite recipe… your cheese bread! 😉
Luv ya,
K
Way to go!!! I am so proud for you. You can do it…small steps lead to bigger ones. Put down those Southern Living recipes…they'll come some day.
Congrats again on your Quiche! Yea!!!!
Love and encouraging you along the way,
Becky
I'm very proud of you. A quiche can be tricky, so just the fact that you tried should earn you points!!!
K: I love that you have such low expectations for your meals. I'll continue to keep the cheese bread on the rotation… xoxo
Becky: You're so encouraging!! I thought of you when I was making that this week b/c I remembered how good that crustless quiche is that you used to bake. Thanks for your cheers!
MMM: And, thank you, too! I always believe in bonus points for effort in the kitchen. Remember our infamous attempt at meringue pie? We've come so far…