A friend recently spent some time in French Lick and West Baden, Indiana (known collectively as “The Valley”), and when I told her I was considering a visit there for my latest travel story in our winter ‘comfort’-themed issue, her reaction? “Oh, everything about French Lick says … [Read more...] about This Holiday Season Take A Beautiful Historic Adventure In Southern Indiana
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An Artistic Christmas
Her eyes light up and her voice becomes animated when she begins to talk about her collection of 1,200 Christmas ornaments. And these aren’t run-of-the-mill Christmas ornaments. Once you realize that these are blown-glass antique ornaments, you will appreciate the fondness Lisa … [Read more...] about An Artistic Christmas
Just In Time For The Holiday Season: Homemade Apple Pie
Try Dorothy McGinty's recipe for homemade apple pie this holiday season.She is able to make pie crusts from scratch using 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup ice water, 1-1/2 cups Crisco, and 1-1/2 teaspoons salt.She says it is important to use ice water and not tepid or warm … [Read more...] about Just In Time For The Holiday Season: Homemade Apple Pie
Still Need Gift Ideas? Shop Home Decor With International Flavor.
Looking for unique gift ideas for the home? European Splendor has many items you will not find anywhere else. As the name suggests, European Splendor sources items from Germany, Czech Republic, France, Poland, Italy, and Holland. Owner, Susan Dean Straub, says she isn’t seeing a … [Read more...] about Still Need Gift Ideas? Shop Home Decor With International Flavor.
Sprinkle New Comforts Into Your Days
Thinking of comfort conjures up many feelings. Snuggled up in my bed with no alarm set… curled up reading a good book by my fireplace… taking a long walk with the breeze blowing in my face. As I dig a little deeper, I realize I also find a great deal of comfort in … [Read more...] about Sprinkle New Comforts Into Your Days