Its the most wonderful time of the year.  Christmas bliss is in full swing at the Henry home. This time of the year really just makes my heart so happy. From cozy fires, to Christmas lights to spending quality time with loved ones, all warm and cozy inside. Here are just a few little Christmas touches I've added to our home so far. Theme colours this year are "pink and gold" i just couldn't part with my summer pink throw pillows for winter. So there staying put.  I picked up a few new pink ornaments to add onto my tree. Stay tuned for more Christmas inspiration coming to Sarah's Blog soon..... "Get Inspired Today"

Nothing says comfort food to me like a big, hearty, dish of lasagna. Its one of my favourite dishes to make because number one its easy to make and number two everyone in my family loves and enjoys it.
​Its a perfect fall dish to make any night of the week. So here's my take on a homemade lasagna dish. Enjoy Friends! "Get inspired today"

Cheese Layer:
750g Ricotta
1 egg
Method: In a bowl whisk egg into 
cottage cheese.
Cheese:
2 bags of grated cheese
(mozzarella and cheddar)

Sauce:
2 jars of sauce (I like classico)

Noodles:
1 box of oven - ready lasagna noodles

BAKE at 350 ~ 50 minutes covered. 30 minutes uncovered. Let it rest for 20 minutes before serving.​
Baking dish size 9X13 I use a deep dish, its best so your cheese doesn't stick to foil while baking.

Happy Autumn everyone.  It's hard to believe that summer is over and we have stepped into a new season.  To kick this fall season off to a great start, we planned a family trip to Apple Land  Station. Apple land is a first generation farm, their first crop was harvested in 1986 and they sold from a picnic table. Since then, they have enjoyed providing our community with high quality, fresh produce and an opportunity to create family memories. Apple Land bakery makes their signature mile high apple pies and are made fresh daily. Everything in their bakery is scratch made, no canned pie filling, they peel, slice and steam their own fillings, they make and roll out their own dough for a buttery, flaky crust.  Flavours: apple, apple crumble, pumpkin, pumpkin praline, cherry, blueberry, raspberry, strawberry rhubarb and pecan pies, all fresh for the eating! Great for last minute company! Apple Land has been a family tradition for us. Its a great way to have some family fun and of course to eat/pick some delicious apples.
For more info visit: www.applelandstation.com 
​Stay tuned for some fun and easy fall recipes coming to Sarah's Blog soon.

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​Sometimes, given their function, kitchens are overlooked as a space that can be decorated in the home.  But kitchens are the heart of the home and a gathering place for family and friends, so just like any other room in the house, they should reflect our personal style.  Every once in awhile I get the itch to move things around in my kitchen to give it a fresh feel and with a few, well-placed accessories and details you can give your kitchen a warm and inviting touch.

Stick with kitchen themed décor- Accessories and other décor in a kitchen feel more natural and less contrived when they are items that “make sense” for a kitchen, so be sure to give careful thought as to what you include.  Beautiful dishes, serving pieces, a display of cutting boards, trays, picture frames with quotes, or even a nice cookbook can all make beautiful displays in a kitchen with out feeling like they are out-of-place.
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Keep things practical - It’s hard to keep the kitchen clean always, things get splashed with water or food and grease can build up on items.  As you select decorative accessories to include in the kitchen, be practical and look for items that can easily be cleaned or wiped down as part of your regular cleaning routine. 
 
The kitchen is where memories are made, so make sure your kitchen reflects your style and your family with the addition of a few well-placed accessories.  And don’t feel pressured to run out and buy something.  Instead, open up your cabinets and look at what you already have to see how you can incorporate it into a beautiful display!    "Get Inspired Today"             

At the end of a long day, most people just want a place to unwind and relax. Creating an out door retreat may take a bit of hard work at first but the rewards later are so worth it. The size of your garden isn't important, but make sure to select low-maintenance plants to simplify garden care.  Don't let a lack of space deter you: A balcony filled with container gardens, and a comfy chair can provide as much relaxation as a large garden.  As a busy mom on the go I lean towards simple and low maintenance. I stick with perennial's for the gardens and planters on my deck and front porch for nice pops of colour. Here are 6 of my most favourite perennials/flowers to grow in my gardens.  The best part is you don't need to have a green thumb to grow them. A little love and water go along way with these plants. 

​Adding accessories  to your outdoor space is an other great way to make it cozy and inviting.  You can add pops of colour with outdoor pillows, cushions, rugs and trays.  Candles, lanterns and torches also bring an even more dramatic look at night time.  I hope these little tips have inspired you to get out and make your outdoor space your own.  "Get Inspired Today!'

Nothing says "weekend" like homemade pancakes for breakfast. My easy pancake recipe will help you whip up this weekend favourite in less than 30 minutes. The recipe I'm sharing with you is a family recipe that has been around for years. A friend of mine calls me "The Pancake Fairy" she absolutely loves these pancakes. Its quick and easy and well it may just be the best pancake recipe around!

​PREP: 5 MINS / TOTAL TIME: 20 MINS / SERVINGS: 4

INGREDIENTS
​1 cup all-purpose flour
​1 tablespoon baking powder (fresh)
​3 tablespoons of sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
​1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon
1 cup of milk
3 tablespoons of oil (I use avocado oil from Costco)
1 large egg
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

DIRECTIONS
​1. In a medium bowl, whisk together milk, oil, egg and vanilla extract.
Add dry ingredients to milk mixture; whisk until moistened and the lumps are out.
​2. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Moisten pan with a splash of oil.
3. For each pancake, spoon 2-3 tablespoons.
​4. Cook until surface of pancakes have a few bubbles then flip. 1-2 minutes.
5. Serve with your choice of syrup and toppings.
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If you're looking for an inexpensive sofa table that's stylish and cute, this video is for you. Sofa tables can run from $200 and up. IKEA has an affordable desk for only $39.99 including a nice thick piece of glass for the top. Check out my video below to see how I recreated a desk to a sofa table.
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Its time to put away the scarves, mitts and boots, and bring out the umbrellas, ponchos and sunglasses.
Or, for your home bring out the bright colours and fresh flowers. Its time to revive your decor with accessories that will help bring spring into your space.

Here are 5 great ways to help welcome the new season into your home.

1:Vases - Now that it is spring, this means we"ll be seeing pretty blooms everywhere so why not bring them right into your home? Use tall or short vases to showcase some greenery or flowers on tabletops, side tables and in the front entryway. (All the vases I have displayed below in the pictures, I spray painted them in a gold finish)

2:Scented Candles - Candles are a lovely option and great for anywhere in your home. Oil diff-users are a great way to add a fresh Scent to your home as well without having to leave a candle burning. I especially love the "white Jasmine" by Zara Home.

3:De-clutter - Spring is the best time to give your home a thorough cleaning, and with cleaning comes de-cluttering. Time to get rid of all the extra clutter that your house accumulated through the winter months.

4:Throws - The nights can still get chilly in the early spring months, but not enough for those thick throws. Opt for a lighter throw, and maybe change up the colours a bit to brighten and freshen your space.

5:Shells and Birds - Small accessories like shells or birds are a great way to bring spring into your home as well. They look great on top of books, trays or even shelves.

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Ingredients:
3 Garlic Cloves
10 Basil Leaves
1 large can of Spiced Tomatoes
1/2 cup of Romano Cheese
6 slices of Prosciutto
1 Tsp. Hot Pepper Flakes
1 cup of Whipping Cream 35%
{ you can use 18% if you like for less calories}

In your food processor mix all of the above except the whipping cream.
Simmer for 20 minutes. Then add your cream.
Serve over pasta.  Garnish with extra cheese and herbs.

That's it! So simple yet so flavourful.