I talk too much! BUT we had guests for lunch ( hello Marti !) and on the spur of the moment I decided to make biscuits so we could have fresh jam and biscuits for dessert. It was a big hit! Just so you know that the jam is road tested! The one instruction that is a little cloudy is the amount of sugar one should use. I had between 2 and 3 pounds of fruit. Thus, according to the recipe I should have used 1/2 to 3/4 cup of sugar per pound of fruit - and that would be at least

We feel like the luckiest family in the world to have Mr. Hubbell as our patriarch. Happy Father's Day to the Best One.

This was such a delightful surprise. I just had to share it with you! Irene is so gifted, in so many ways! She sews, she paints, she builds...and the final product is just darling. The best part about it is that it is portable and goes on top of a foldable table, so if space is at a premium, when play is done, the playhouse can be stored until next time! This has to be our secret, though! It's a surprise for her grandson! Thanks for showing us this wonderful treat for your gr