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Meal Planning is a Homemaker MUST + Our Dinners of the Week

Meal planning is a homemaker must. Through the years, I've gone for long periods of time when I was on top of meal planning, and long periods of burn-out where I didn't meal plan at all. And I can definitely say that meal planning helps my life go more smoothly, it's better for our food budget, and I end up producing more appealing meals that the whole family actually enjoy.



In today's video I'm sharing the meals we made this past week. I write them down on this magnetic meal planning paper pad and place it on the fridge. I always get the days wrong (as you will see), but it's helpful to have a meal plan written down, as well as a grocery list. To give you an idea on what we spend on groceries, our bill for this week, which included all of the ingredients I needed to make the meals, plus breakfast items, snacks for the kids, and other fresh produce, ended up being $170. This is a great price for a family of six considering that many of the items I bought (milk, eggs, etc.) would last for more than one week as well.

The potato gratin recipe comes from William & Sonoma's Bride and Groom cookbook, the chicken roll-up recipe was one I originally found on Kristin Stepp's channel and she got it from Plain Chicken (links below). The Linguini with Clams (pantry staple) is from All Recipes. I will also leave my versions of the recipes down below as I did alter some of them a bit.

Featured in the video:
⚜️Meal planning notebook/ grocery list
⚜️Lemon juicer
⚜️Instant Pot
⚜️Slow Cooker
⚜️Cast Iron skillet
⚜️Cellar Door Candles
⚜️ Kitchen-Aid white mixer
⚜️Copper measuring cups
⚜️Kristin Stepp's YouTube channel
⚜️Plain Chicken blog
⚜️Boos block
⚜️Vintage kitchen timer
⚜️French apron
⚜️Blue & white Churchill plates
⚜️Red Le Creuset casserole dish



PrintPotato GratinIngredients:1 1/2 tsp butter (room temp.)2 lb russet potatoes2 cloves of garlic1 cup heavy cream1 1/2 cup half and half1 tsp saltblack pepper to tasteInstructions:Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Grease a 2 quart baking or gratin dish with the butter. Peel the potatoes and cut into slices around 1/8 inch thick. (You can also use a mandolin.) Crush the garlic and add into the pot along with the potatoes, cream, half and half, salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil and then lower the temperature and cook for around 10 minutes. Transfer the potatoes to your greased baking dish and cook in the oven for another 15 to 20 minutes. Recommended Products:Red Le Creuset baking dishCreated using The Recipes Generator.ccm-wrapper, .ccm-wrapper *{box-sizing: border-box;}.ccm-wrapper h3{margin: 0;}.ccm-show{display: block !important;}.ccm-wrapper{color:#000;max-width: 620px;position: relative;padding: 20px;margin: 20px auto;background: #f2f2f2;border: 6px double #6672E5;}.ccm-name{font-size: 20px!important;font-weight: 700!important;letter-spacing: 0px !important;}.ccm-info{position: relative;font-size: 13px;text-transform: capitalize;margin-bottom: 20px;}.ccm-author,.ccm-yield{display: inline-block}.ccm-yield{margin-right: 30px}.ccm-wrapper img{margin:0!important;padding:0!important;}#ccm-printbutton{margin: 0;color: #fff;padding: 5px;font-size: 14px;border-radius: 3px;cursor: pointer;width: 80px;height: 35px;background: #555;text-decoration: none;display: inline-flex;align-items: center;justify-content: center;}.ccm-print-options{display: none;white-space: nowrap;position: absolute;top: 32px;right: 0;z-index: 2;background: #fff;border: 1px solid #ccc}.ccm-print-options button{display: block;background: 0 0;border: 0;cursor: pointer;padding: 10px;width: 100%;text-align: left;}.ccm-print-options button:hover{background: #555;color: #fff}.ccm-head{color: #000;font-size: 20px !important;font-weight: 700 !important;margin: 30px 0 0 !important;text-transform: uppercase !important}.ccm-section-title{font-weight: 700;font-size: 16px;}.ccm-section{padding-left: 20px;line-height: 1.7;margin: 10px 0 30px}.ccm-section ol,.ccm-section ul{margin: 0 !important;padding: 0 0 0 30px !important;}.ccm-section li{margin: 0 0 6px !important;padding: 0 !important;}.ccm-section-steps li{line-height: 1.6;margin-bottom: 10px !important}.ccm-posturl{padding-top: 10px;border-top: 1px solid #ccc}.ccm-posturl a{font-size: 13px;}.ccm-notes{font-size: 15px;margin: 10px 0;padding-left: 30px;font-family: inherit;line-height: 1.7;white-space: pre-line}.ccm-link{color: #4193f0;}.ccm-copyright{font-size: 13px;font-style: italic;line-height: 1.6;margin-top: 15px;padding-top: 15px;border-top: 1px solid #ccc;}.ccm-credit{font-size: 12px;padding: 10px;text-align: center;background: #fff;margin: 15px -20px -20px;border-bottom-left-radius: 10px;border-bottom-right-radius: 10px;border-top: 1px solid rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.15);}.ccm-credit a{color: #00f;text-decoration: none}.ccm-keywords,.ccm-categories,.ccm-cuisine,.ccm-video,.ccm-section > br,.ccm-time br{display: none}.ccm-products{font-size: 0;}.ccm-product{display: inline-block !important;width: calc(33.33% - 11px);text-align: center;vertical-align: top;}.ccm-product:not(:last-child){margin-right: 15px;}.ccm-product-name{display: block !important;font-size: 14px !important;color: #6672e5;margin: 10px 0 !important;}.ccm-product-image{width: 100% !important;height: 170px !important;-o-object-fit: contain;object-fit: contain;border: 1px solid #ccc;background: #fff;border-radius: 5px;}.ccm-product:hover .ccm-product-image{box-shadow: 0 0 10px #ccc;}@media screen and (max-width: 420px){.ccm-product{width: 100%;max-width: 200px;margin: 10px auto !important;}}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-wrapper{border:0;padding:0 20px!important;border-radius:10px;box-shadow:0 0 10px rgba(0,0,0,.25)}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-image{text-align:center;height:300px;margin:0 -20px -22px!important;overflow:hidden;border-bottom:3px solid #6672E5;}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-image img{width:100%;height:100%;min-height:100%;-o-object-fit:cover;object-fit:cover;-o-object-position:50% 50%;object-position:50% 50%;border-top-left-radius:10px;border-top-right-radius:10px;}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-btns-wrapper{position:relative;margin-bottom:40px;text-align:center;}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] #ccm-printbutton{float:none;border-radius:25px;width:120px;height:40px;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase;background:#6672E5}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-print-options{right:calc(50% - 53px)}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-name{text-align:center!important;margin-bottom:20px!important;text-transform:capitalize}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-info{display:-webkit-box;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-webkit-box-pack:justify;-ms-flex-pack:justify;justify-content:center}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-time{border-right:0;border-left:0;margin:0 -20px;border-top:1px dashed #000;border-bottom:1px dashed #000}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-summary{margin-bottom:25px}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-summary:after{content:'';display:block;width:50px;height:2px;background:#000;margin:auto;margin-top:10px}




PrintChicken PiccataIngredients:4 thin boneless, skinless chicken breasts1/2 teaspoon sea salt1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepperFlour for dredging4 Tbs unsalted butter2 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil1/2 cup chicken brothjuice from 2 lemons1/4 cup capers2 Tbs parsley, choppedInstructions:Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge the chicken in the flour to coat it lightly. In a large pan, melt 2 Tbs. butter and 2 Tbs. olive oil. Add the chicken and cook until brown (roughly 3 minutes on each side). Transfer the chicken to a plate. Add the broth, lemon juice, and capers to the same pan. Bring this to a boil, scraping up the brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Return the chicken to the pan and cook until it is fully cooked through (about 5 minutes). Transfer the chicken to a platter. Stir the remaining 2 Tbs. butter into the sauce. Pour the sauce over the chicken and garnish with parsley. Recommended Products:lemon squeezerCreated using The Recipes Generator.ccm-wrapper, .ccm-wrapper *{box-sizing: border-box;}.ccm-wrapper h3{margin: 0;}.ccm-show{display: block !important;}.ccm-wrapper{color:#000;max-width: 620px;position: relative;padding: 20px;margin: 20px auto;background: #f2f2f2;border: 6px double #6672E5;}.ccm-name{font-size: 20px!important;font-weight: 700!important;letter-spacing: 0px !important;}.ccm-info{position: relative;font-size: 13px;text-transform: capitalize;margin-bottom: 20px;}.ccm-author,.ccm-yield{display: inline-block}.ccm-yield{margin-right: 30px}.ccm-wrapper img{margin:0!important;padding:0!important;}#ccm-printbutton{margin: 0;color: #fff;padding: 5px;font-size: 14px;border-radius: 3px;cursor: pointer;width: 80px;height: 35px;background: #555;text-decoration: none;display: inline-flex;align-items: center;justify-content: center;}.ccm-print-options{display: none;white-space: nowrap;position: absolute;top: 32px;right: 0;z-index: 2;background: #fff;border: 1px solid #ccc}.ccm-print-options button{display: block;background: 0 0;border: 0;cursor: pointer;padding: 10px;width: 100%;text-align: left;}.ccm-print-options button:hover{background: #555;color: #fff}.ccm-head{color: #000;font-size: 20px !important;font-weight: 700 !important;margin: 30px 0 0 !important;text-transform: uppercase !important}.ccm-section-title{font-weight: 700;font-size: 16px;}.ccm-section{padding-left: 20px;line-height: 1.7;margin: 10px 0 30px}.ccm-section ol,.ccm-section ul{margin: 0 !important;padding: 0 0 0 30px !important;}.ccm-section li{margin: 0 0 6px !important;padding: 0 !important;}.ccm-section-steps li{line-height: 1.6;margin-bottom: 10px !important}.ccm-posturl{padding-top: 10px;border-top: 1px solid #ccc}.ccm-posturl a{font-size: 13px;}.ccm-notes{font-size: 15px;margin: 10px 0;padding-left: 30px;font-family: inherit;line-height: 1.7;white-space: pre-line}.ccm-link{color: #4193f0;}.ccm-copyright{font-size: 13px;font-style: italic;line-height: 1.6;margin-top: 15px;padding-top: 15px;border-top: 1px solid #ccc;}.ccm-credit{font-size: 12px;padding: 10px;text-align: center;background: #fff;margin: 15px -20px -20px;border-bottom-left-radius: 10px;border-bottom-right-radius: 10px;border-top: 1px solid rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.15);}.ccm-credit a{color: #00f;text-decoration: none}.ccm-keywords,.ccm-categories,.ccm-cuisine,.ccm-video,.ccm-section > br,.ccm-time br{display: none}.ccm-products{font-size: 0;}.ccm-product{display: inline-block !important;width: calc(33.33% - 11px);text-align: center;vertical-align: top;}.ccm-product:not(:last-child){margin-right: 15px;}.ccm-product-name{display: block !important;font-size: 14px !important;color: #6672e5;margin: 10px 0 !important;}.ccm-product-image{width: 100% !important;height: 170px !important;-o-object-fit: contain;object-fit: contain;border: 1px solid #ccc;background: #fff;border-radius: 5px;}.ccm-product:hover .ccm-product-image{box-shadow: 0 0 10px #ccc;}@media screen and (max-width: 420px){.ccm-product{width: 100%;max-width: 200px;margin: 10px auto !important;}}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-wrapper{border:0;padding:0 20px!important;border-radius:10px;box-shadow:0 0 10px rgba(0,0,0,.25)}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-image{text-align:center;height:300px;margin:0 -20px -22px!important;overflow:hidden;border-bottom:3px solid #6672E5;}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-image img{width:100%;height:100%;min-height:100%;-o-object-fit:cover;object-fit:cover;-o-object-position:50% 50%;object-position:50% 50%;border-top-left-radius:10px;border-top-right-radius:10px;}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-btns-wrapper{position:relative;margin-bottom:40px;text-align:center;}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] #ccm-printbutton{float:none;border-radius:25px;width:120px;height:40px;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase;background:#6672E5}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-print-options{right:calc(50% - 53px)}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-name{text-align:center!important;margin-bottom:20px!important;text-transform:capitalize}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-info{display:-webkit-box;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-webkit-box-pack:justify;-ms-flex-pack:justify;justify-content:center}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-time{border-right:0;border-left:0;margin:0 -20px;border-top:1px dashed #000;border-bottom:1px dashed #000}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-summary{margin-bottom:25px}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-summary:after{content:'';display:block;width:50px;height:2px;background:#000;margin:auto;margin-top:10px}




PrintSalmon with Dungeness Crab a la BalboaIngredients:Salmon4 6 oz. salmon steaks1 Tbs olive oil1 Tbs buttersalt and pepperCrabmeat topping1/4 cup mayonnaise2 oz. butter, melted1 Tbs mustard1 egg2 green onions, chopped1 Tbs. Old Bay seasoning1 lb crab meat1/2 cup bread crumbsInstructions:Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.  Mix all of the topping ingredients. Heat the olive oil and butter in your roasting pan in the oven. Place the salmon in the pan and top with the crab mixture. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes. Recommended Products:Blue and White Churchill ChinaCreated using The Recipes Generator.ccm-wrapper, .ccm-wrapper *{box-sizing: border-box;}.ccm-wrapper h3{margin: 0;}.ccm-show{display: block !important;}.ccm-wrapper{color:#000;max-width: 620px;position: relative;padding: 20px;margin: 20px auto;background: #f2f2f2;border: 6px double #6672E5;}.ccm-name{font-size: 20px!important;font-weight: 700!important;letter-spacing: 0px !important;}.ccm-info{position: relative;font-size: 13px;text-transform: capitalize;margin-bottom: 20px;}.ccm-author,.ccm-yield{display: inline-block}.ccm-yield{margin-right: 30px}.ccm-wrapper img{margin:0!important;padding:0!important;}#ccm-printbutton{margin: 0;color: #fff;padding: 5px;font-size: 14px;border-radius: 3px;cursor: pointer;width: 80px;height: 35px;background: #555;text-decoration: none;display: inline-flex;align-items: center;justify-content: center;}.ccm-print-options{display: none;white-space: nowrap;position: absolute;top: 32px;right: 0;z-index: 2;background: #fff;border: 1px solid #ccc}.ccm-print-options button{display: block;background: 0 0;border: 0;cursor: pointer;padding: 10px;width: 100%;text-align: left;}.ccm-print-options button:hover{background: #555;color: #fff}.ccm-head{color: #000;font-size: 20px !important;font-weight: 700 !important;margin: 30px 0 0 !important;text-transform: uppercase !important}.ccm-section-title{font-weight: 700;font-size: 16px;}.ccm-section{padding-left: 20px;line-height: 1.7;margin: 10px 0 30px}.ccm-section ol,.ccm-section ul{margin: 0 !important;padding: 0 0 0 30px !important;}.ccm-section li{margin: 0 0 6px !important;padding: 0 !important;}.ccm-section-steps li{line-height: 1.6;margin-bottom: 10px !important}.ccm-posturl{padding-top: 10px;border-top: 1px solid #ccc}.ccm-posturl a{font-size: 13px;}.ccm-notes{font-size: 15px;margin: 10px 0;padding-left: 30px;font-family: inherit;line-height: 1.7;white-space: pre-line}.ccm-link{color: #4193f0;}.ccm-copyright{font-size: 13px;font-style: italic;line-height: 1.6;margin-top: 15px;padding-top: 15px;border-top: 1px solid #ccc;}.ccm-credit{font-size: 12px;padding: 10px;text-align: center;background: #fff;margin: 15px -20px -20px;border-bottom-left-radius: 10px;border-bottom-right-radius: 10px;border-top: 1px solid rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.15);}.ccm-credit a{color: #00f;text-decoration: none}.ccm-keywords,.ccm-categories,.ccm-cuisine,.ccm-video,.ccm-section > br,.ccm-time br{display: none}.ccm-products{font-size: 0;}.ccm-product{display: inline-block !important;width: calc(33.33% - 11px);text-align: center;vertical-align: top;}.ccm-product:not(:last-child){margin-right: 15px;}.ccm-product-name{display: block !important;font-size: 14px !important;color: #6672e5;margin: 10px 0 !important;}.ccm-product-image{width: 100% !important;height: 170px !important;-o-object-fit: contain;object-fit: contain;border: 1px solid #ccc;background: #fff;border-radius: 5px;}.ccm-product:hover .ccm-product-image{box-shadow: 0 0 10px #ccc;}@media screen and (max-width: 420px){.ccm-product{width: 100%;max-width: 200px;margin: 10px auto !important;}}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-wrapper{border:0;padding:0 20px!important;border-radius:10px;box-shadow:0 0 10px rgba(0,0,0,.25)}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-image{text-align:center;height:300px;margin:0 -20px -22px!important;overflow:hidden;border-bottom:3px solid #6672E5;}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-image img{width:100%;height:100%;min-height:100%;-o-object-fit:cover;object-fit:cover;-o-object-position:50% 50%;object-position:50% 50%;border-top-left-radius:10px;border-top-right-radius:10px;}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-btns-wrapper{position:relative;margin-bottom:40px;text-align:center;}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] #ccm-printbutton{float:none;border-radius:25px;width:120px;height:40px;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase;background:#6672E5}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-print-options{right:calc(50% - 53px)}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-name{text-align:center!important;margin-bottom:20px!important;text-transform:capitalize}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-info{display:-webkit-box;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-webkit-box-pack:justify;-ms-flex-pack:justify;justify-content:center}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-time{border-right:0;border-left:0;margin:0 -20px;border-top:1px dashed #000;border-bottom:1px dashed #000}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-summary{margin-bottom:25px}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-summary:after{content:'';display:block;width:50px;height:2px;background:#000;margin:auto;margin-top:10px}




The tacos are pretty self-explanatory. I like to make taco meat in large batches and freeze it (ground beef or ground turkey cooked with taco seasoning according to the package directions). Then I freeze it. I have cooked mine in the Instant Pot.



The Chicken Roll-up recipe can be found on Plain Chicken. I initially discovered it on Kristin Stepp's YouTube channel.



The Linguini with Clams recipe can be found here.



The Peach Crisp recipe can be found here.


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The Chic Assignment, August 2020

Welcome to The Chic Assignment for August, 2020.



⚜️Chic Assignment no. 1 Elgar's Nimrod

Sir Edward William Elgar (1857-1934) was an English composer, many of whose works have entered the British and international classical concert repertoire. We are going to listen to a performance of Elgar's Nimrod this month. Here is a great article on Classic FM: A detailed explanation of why Elgar’s Nimrod makes you break down in uncontrollable tears.






The performance I'm recommending is this brilliant rendition by Sheku Kanneh-Mason.



We will learn more about Elgar at the Chic Assignment Check-in.

⚜️Chic Assignment no. 2 Enjoy the art of Carl Larsson

Carl Olof Larsson was a Swedish painter (1853-1919) representative of the Arts and Crafts movement. His many paintings include oils, watercolors, and frescoes. He is principally known for his watercolors of idyllic family life. You can see more of his works on WikiArt or check out this beautiful art book, A Home, which shares Larsson's works in beautiful print form.


Detail of Christmas Eve, 1906



Correspondence, 1912


Brita at the Piano, 1908


Esbjorn Doing His Homework

⚜️Chic Assignment no. 3 Explore the art of meal planning
I have a video coming out on Monday all about how I meal plan. I'm also sharing dinners of the week. I hope that video inspires you to start meal planning in your own home if you don't already do so.


⚜️Chic Assignment no. 4 Start preparing your fall wardrobe
As the season is about to change, it's time to assess our summer wardrobes (winter wardrobes for our Southern Hemisphere friends). Take note of what worked, what didn't, what will return, and what needs to go and prepare your wardrobe for fall.


I hope you enjoy the assignments this month. Tag me on social media with #TheChicAssignment and keep us updated in the comments. I'll see you in the mid-month check-in!


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Connoisseur Reviews | July

Welcome to the July edition of Connoisseur Reviews.



We are going to explore tea, candles, skincare, eyebrow palettes, and more in this month's review.


Tea Drops are an interesting concept... it's basically high-quality loose leaf organic tea pressed into a compact "drop". There are no tea bags and you can drop the tea right into your hot water. A bit of sediment forms on the bottom, but it is safe to drink. This would make a unique gift for any tea lover you might know. My favorite flavor was Rose Earl Grey, which is lightly sweetened with sugar.






The sample tea kit would make an excellent and unique novelty gift and is only around $14. 


The Chai tea kit is very easy to make and so yummy. 


Here is the Keep Calm and Remain Classy Mug, which is also in pink...

Baylis & Harding  is the UK's number one decor display hand wash brand and they have just come to America. Baylis & Harding is big in England and I’m excited to see them here. Their Goodness Line‘s formulas are plant-based and vegan and sell for $5.99




The 4 scent options come in a generous 16.9 oz, 100% recyclable statement bottle and the fragrances really nice. My favorite is the sea kelp peppermint. 

Mix Easy made-to-order skincare is a custom-order skincare company that allows you to customize your own blends to fit your skincare concerns.They believe one formula can't be right for millions of different people, so custom skincare formulations are the way to go. 
Here is an example of just some of the natural ingredients you can choose from. 


I ordered the orange scent in the cleanser and moisturizer and have enjoyed them for the past two months. Code JENNIFER15 for 15% off.
Cellar Door Candle Company Barbados Grapefruit and Lime & Ginger Lily are limited summer releases from one of my favorite natural candle brands. These natural candles have very subtle scents and their understated decor looks great in any setting. 


The next item I'd like to share with you is the Aesthetica Brow Palette, which I purchased from Amazon. 
The beauty treatment I have missed the most during this quarantine is eyebrow threading. I get my eyebrows regularly threaded every three weeks and I haven't been since the beginning of March

Meditations on Homemaking: The Comforts of Home

Welcome back to another homemaking week in the life. Actually, this video spans a few weeks as I took a break from filming. I do love this series, but an unfortunate side effect of it, is that I can never do anything at home without wondering if I should film it. I found that mentality to be a bit unhealthy so I took a little break. But here I am again with meditations on homemaking... and I have many.



First, let's start with the refuge of home, which can be a place of solace and comfort from the harsh world outside. How have you been affected by the lockdown restrictions? I hope that you are not adversely affected and that you are able to find comfort at home.



This mask is by Christy Dawn. What has your experience been like with masks? It is very hot here so it is a challenge to wear them for long periods of time...

Next, let's talk about homemaking mistakes. You will remember the potatoes I have been carefully nurturing for the past three months... well........

The Chic Assignment Check-in, July | Langston Hughes, Camille Saint-Saëns & More

Welcome to The Chic Assignment check-in for July, 2020. We are going to dive into the works of both Camille Saint-Saëns and Langston Hughes, plus much, much more. 



Chic Assignment no. 1 Let's enjoy further performances of The Swan. If you have time this month, check out this astounding performance from Uliana Lopatkina of The Dying Swan. 

Also, check out interesting facts about Camille Saint-Saëns' life from this Classic FM article. 
Photo from classicFM.com
Saint-Saëns was a brilliant composer who had tragedy mar his personal life. The Swan from Carnival of the Animals is one of the most beautiful pieces I have ever listened to. 
For Chic Assignment number 2, we read the excellent poems of Langston Hughes. 
I love this image of him on the typewriter.
You can learn more about Langston Hughes by reading his biography here. You can also read his collected poems here. 
I was very moved by his poetry, as you can see in today's video. My takeaway? Poetry is deeply relevant... Yes, even in this day and age. If we all listen to each other... truly listen... we can have more compassion.
Chic Assignment number 3 was to dress the table beautifully. I love setting the table with tablecloths and placemats. Sometimes I mix the two. How did you dress the table this month?
And Chic Assignment number 4 was to mix up our beauty or health routine. Well, you know I've been experimenting with my makeup... particularly my eyeliner for hooded eyes. In today's video I try a "bat liner" technique, which is a "cat eye" technique for people with hooded eyes. It looked better in person... let's just leave it at that! haha! 
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Afternoon Tea Vlog | Summer | Daily Connoisseur

Welcome to our seasonal tea party on The Daily Connoisseur. This time we are celebrating summer and you are cordially invited to join us.



I am using my treasured Victoria Magazine/ April Cornell Blue Roses Tea set for today's afternoon tea video. This tea set is so beautiful and such a joy to use. I love the study porcelain heft of the cups, yet it still looks dainty and beautiful.



We made a selection of seasonal treats for today's party (printable recipes are below). Before we get into the recipes, here are convenient links to everything shown in the video.

Featured in the video:
⚜️ Victoria Magazine Blue Roses Tea set
⚜️ Afternoon Tea book
⚜️ Blue and white striped half apron
⚜️ Pink pom-pom slippers
⚜️ My nail polish Londontown Ring Me JenniferS for 25% off
⚜️ Blue & White Churchill platter
⚜️ Electric kettle
⚜️ English tea strainer
⚜️ Vahdam Darjeeling loose leaf tea
⚜️ Old-fashioned sifter
⚜️ Boos block (large cutting board)
⚜️ Kitchen-Aid white mixer
⚜️ Copper measuring cups
⚜️ Buffalo check napkins
⚜️ Lenox butterfly meadow bowls
⚜️ Cake stands from Riverbend
⚜️ Cake stand with dome (Amazon)
⚜️ Antique style cake stand (Amazon)
⚜️ My filming camera *NEW*


On today's menu?





Let's start with the Zucchini Bread

PrintZucchini BreadYield: 2 LoavesPrep time: Cook time: 50 MTotal time: 50 MIngredients:3 cups flour1 tsp salt 1 tsp baking soda1 tsp baking powder1 tsp ground cinnamon3 eggs1 cup vegetable oil2 1/4 cups white sugar3 tsp vanilla extract2 cups grated zucchiniInstructions:Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.  Sift flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon in a bowl. Mix eggs, oil, vanilla, and sugar in a mixing bowl.  Add the sifted ingredients to the egg mixture and mix well. Stir in zucchini. Pour into two prepared (greased) loaf pans. Bake for 50 minutes or until a fork comes out clean. Created using The Recipes Generator.ccm-wrapper, .ccm-wrapper *{box-sizing: border-box;}.ccm-wrapper h3{margin: 0;}.ccm-show{display: block !important;}.ccm-wrapper{color:#000;max-width: 620px;position: relative;padding: 20px;margin: 20px auto;background: #f2f2f2;border: 6px double #6672E5;}.ccm-name{font-size: 20px!important;font-weight: 700!important;letter-spacing: 0px !important;}.ccm-info{position: relative;font-size: 13px;text-transform: capitalize;margin-bottom: 20px;}.ccm-author,.ccm-yield{display: inline-block}.ccm-yield{margin-right: 30px}.ccm-wrapper img{margin:0!important;padding:0!important;}#ccm-printbutton{margin: 0;color: #fff;padding: 5px;font-size: 14px;border-radius: 3px;cursor: pointer;width: 80px;height: 35px;background: #555;text-decoration: none;display: inline-flex;align-items: center;justify-content: center;}.ccm-print-options{display: none;white-space: nowrap;position: absolute;top: 32px;right: 0;z-index: 2;background: #fff;border: 1px solid #ccc}.ccm-print-options button{display: block;background: 0 0;border: 0;cursor: pointer;padding: 10px;width: 100%;text-align: left;}.ccm-print-options button:hover{background: #555;color: #fff}.ccm-head{color: #000;font-size: 20px !important;font-weight: 700 !important;margin: 30px 0 0 !important;text-transform: uppercase !important}.ccm-section-title{font-weight: 700;font-size: 16px;}.ccm-section{padding-left: 20px;line-height: 1.7;margin: 10px 0 30px}.ccm-section ol,.ccm-section ul{margin: 0 !important;padding: 0 0 0 30px !important;}.ccm-section li{margin: 0 0 6px !important;padding: 0 !important;}.ccm-section-steps li{line-height: 1.6;margin-bottom: 10px !important}.ccm-posturl{padding-top: 10px;border-top: 1px solid #ccc}.ccm-posturl a{font-size: 13px;}.ccm-notes{font-size: 15px;margin: 10px 0;padding-left: 30px;font-family: inherit;line-height: 1.7;white-space: pre-line}.ccm-link{color: #4193f0;}.ccm-copyright{font-size: 13px;font-style: italic;line-height: 1.6;margin-top: 15px;padding-top: 15px;border-top: 1px solid #ccc;}.ccm-credit{font-size: 12px;padding: 10px;text-align: center;background: #fff;margin: 15px -20px -20px;border-bottom-left-radius: 10px;border-bottom-right-radius: 10px;border-top: 1px solid rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.15);}.ccm-credit a{color: #00f;text-decoration: none}.ccm-keywords,.ccm-categories,.ccm-cuisine,.ccm-video,.ccm-section > br,.ccm-time br{display: none}.ccm-time{text-transform: uppercase;font-size: 12px;text-align: center;background: #fff;padding: 10px 0;margin-bottom: 20px}.ccm-time-child{padding: 5px;display: inline-block;white-space: nowrap;}.ccm-time-child:not(:last-child){margin-right: 12px}.ccm-time-child:not(:last-child):after{content: '';display: inline-block;height: 10px;width: 1px;background: #000;vertical-align: middle;margin-left: 12px}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-wrapper{border:0;padding:0 20px!important;border-radius:10px;box-shadow:0 0 10px rgba(0,0,0,.25)}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-image{text-align:center;height:300px;margin:0 -20px -22px!important;overflow:hidden;border-bottom:3px solid #6672E5;}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-image img{width:100%;height:100%;min-height:100%;-o-object-fit:cover;object-fit:cover;-o-object-position:50% 50%;object-position:50% 50%;border-top-left-radius:10px;border-top-right-radius:10px;}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-btns-wrapper{position:relative;margin-bottom:40px;text-align:center;}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] #ccm-printbutton{float:none;border-radius:25px;width:120px;height:40px;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase;background:#6672E5}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-print-options{right:calc(50% - 53px)}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-name{text-align:center!important;margin-bottom:20px!important;text-transform:capitalize}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-info{display:-webkit-box;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-webkit-box-pack:justify;-ms-flex-pack:justify;justify-content:center}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-time{border-right:0;border-left:0;margin:0 -20px;border-top:1px dashed #000;border-bottom:1px dashed #000}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-summary{margin-bottom:25px}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-summary:after{content:'';display:block;width:50px;height:2px;background:#000;margin:auto;margin-top:10px}



The Salmon Mousse Cups are a recipe from Taste of Home. You can also find the printable recipe card below.

PrintSalmon Mousse CupsPrep time: Cook time: Total time: Ingredients:For the cups3 oz cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup all-purpose flourFor the filling:8 oz cream cheese softened1 cup cooked salmon chunks, or 1 cup canned salmon (bones & skin removed)2 tablespoons chicken broth2 tablespoons sour cream1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons minced fresh dillInstructions:In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add flour and mix well. Shape into 24 balls; press onto the bottom and up the sides of greased miniature muffin cups. (Note: we do not have a mini muffin tin, so we made 12 larger cups)Bake at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.For filling, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add the salmon, broth, sour cream, onion, lemon juice and salt until blended. Spoon into the shells. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. 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Our Egg Salad Tea Sandwiches are very simple, yet tasty. Feel free to add whatever ingredients you like to spice them up.
PrintEgg Salad Tea SandwichesPrep time: Cook time: Total time: Ingredients:8 hard boiled eggs1/4 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tsp paprika White sandwich breadInstructions:Mash the hard boiled eggs with mayonnaise and paprika. Add chopped sweet pickles, if desired. Spread on sandwich bread. Cut the crusts off and cut into triangles. Created using The Recipes Generator.ccm-wrapper, .ccm-wrapper *{box-sizing: border-box;}.ccm-wrapper h3{margin: 0;}.ccm-show{display: block !important;}.ccm-wrapper{color:#000;max-width: 620px;position: relative;padding: 20px;margin: 20px auto;background: #f2f2f2;border: 6px double #6672E5;}.ccm-name{font-size: 20px!important;font-weight: 700!important;letter-spacing: 0px !important;}.ccm-info{position: relative;font-size: 13px;text-transform: capitalize;margin-bottom: 20px;}.ccm-author,.ccm-yield{display: inline-block}.ccm-yield{margin-right: 30px}.ccm-wrapper img{margin:0!important;padding:0!important;}#ccm-printbutton{margin: 0;color: #fff;padding: 5px;font-size: 14px;border-radius: 3px;cursor: pointer;width: 80px;height: 35px;background: #555;text-decoration: none;display: inline-flex;align-items: center;justify-content: center;}.ccm-print-options{display: none;white-space: nowrap;position: absolute;top: 32px;right: 0;z-index: 2;background: #fff;border: 1px solid #ccc}.ccm-print-options button{display: block;background: 0 0;border: 0;cursor: pointer;padding: 10px;width: 100%;text-align: left;}.ccm-print-options button:hover{background: #555;color: #fff}.ccm-head{color: #000;font-size: 20px !important;font-weight: 700 !important;margin: 30px 0 0 !important;text-transform: uppercase !important}.ccm-section-title{font-weight: 700;font-size: 16px;}.ccm-section{padding-left: 20px;line-height: 1.7;margin: 10px 0 30px}.ccm-section ol,.ccm-section ul{margin: 0 !important;padding: 0 0 0 30px !important;}.ccm-section li{margin: 0 0 6px !important;padding: 0 !important;}.ccm-section-steps li{line-height: 1.6;margin-bottom: 10px !important}.ccm-posturl{padding-top: 10px;border-top: 1px solid #ccc}.ccm-posturl a{font-size: 13px;}.ccm-notes{font-size: 15px;margin: 10px 0;padding-left: 30px;font-family: inherit;line-height: 1.7;white-space: pre-line}.ccm-link{color: #4193f0;}.ccm-copyright{font-size: 13px;font-style: italic;line-height: 1.6;margin-top: 15px;padding-top: 15px;border-top: 1px solid #ccc;}.ccm-credit{font-size: 12px;padding: 10px;text-align: center;background: #fff;margin: 15px -20px -20px;border-bottom-left-radius: 10px;border-bottom-right-radius: 10px;border-top: 1px solid rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.15);}.ccm-credit a{color: #00f;text-decoration: none}.ccm-keywords,.ccm-categories,.ccm-cuisine,.ccm-video,.ccm-section > br,.ccm-time br{display: none}.ccm-time{text-transform: uppercase;font-size: 12px;text-align: center;background: #fff;padding: 10px 0;margin-bottom: 20px}.ccm-time-child{padding: 5px;display: inline-block;white-space: nowrap;}.ccm-time-child:not(:last-child){margin-right: 12px}.ccm-time-child:not(:last-child):after{content: '';display: inline-block;height: 10px;width: 1px;background: #000;vertical-align: middle;margin-left: 12px}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-wrapper{border:0;padding:0 20px!important;border-radius:10px;box-shadow:0 0 10px rgba(0,0,0,.25)}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-image{text-align:center;height:300px;margin:0 -20px -22px!important;overflow:hidden;border-bottom:3px solid #6672E5;}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-image img{width:100%;height:100%;min-height:100%;-o-object-fit:cover;object-fit:cover;-o-object-position:50% 50%;object-position:50% 50%;border-top-left-radius:10px;border-top-right-radius:10px;}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-btns-wrapper{position:relative;margin-bottom:40px;text-align:center;}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] #ccm-printbutton{float:none;border-radius:25px;width:120px;height:40px;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase;background:#6672E5}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-print-options{right:calc(50% - 53px)}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-name{text-align:center!important;margin-bottom:20px!important;text-transform:capitalize}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-info{display:-webkit-box;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-webkit-box-pack:justify;-ms-flex-pack:justify;justify-content:center}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-time{border-right:0;border-left:0;margin:0 -20px;border-top:1px dashed #000;border-bottom:1px dashed #000}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-summary{margin-bottom:25px}[data-ccmcardnum='1'] .ccm-summary:after{content:'';display:block;width:50px;height:2px;background:#000;margin:auto;margin-top:10px}



The pièce de résistance comes form the Perfect Afternoon Tea recipe book. Behold Sponge Cake with Strawberries and Whipped Cream

PrintSponge Cake with Strawberries and Whipped CreamPrep time: Cook time: Total time: Ingredients:Cake:1/2 cup sugar3/4 cup flour4 eggsFilling and topping:1 pint heavy whipping cream2 Tbs sugar (or to taste)2 cups chopped strawberriesConfectioner's sugar for dustingInstructions:Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Beat the eggs and sugar until light and frothy. Sift the flour over this mixture and fold in with a metal spoon until incorporated. Pour into a greased and floured 8 inch round cake pan and bake for 30 minutes, or until the sponge feels springy to the touch. Let the cake cool slightly and then loosen the sides with a knife and release onto a cutting board. Slice the cake through the center to create equal halves. Meanwhile, make the whipping cream by mixing the heavy cream with sugar in a mixing bowl. Mix until stiff peaks form. Spread half of the whipped cream on the first layer of cake. Top with strawberries. Add the top layer of cake and repeat by adding whipping cream and topping with strawberries. 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One Week of Outfits from my Summer Ten-Item Capsule Wardrobe

Welcome to a new outfits of the week from my summer ten-item capsule wardrobe.



This week sees me at home nearly every day. We are all in the same boat right now, so I am also showing you my house slippers with many of the outfits because that is honestly what I wear at home. Let's have a look at the outfits and thank you to Function of Beauty for sponsoring today's video.



Outfit #1
White dress (similar)
SKYE brooch code Jennifer20 for 20% off
Sam Edelman Gigi sandal
LONDONTOWN nail polish code JenniferS for 25% off
Aether eyeshadow palette from GROVE
Aether eyeshadow palette on Amazon
My phone case is by Casetify



Outfit #2
This dress is no longer available, so I am linking similar summer dresses
Pom-pom slippers



Outfit #3
SKYE Risette dress code Jennifer20 for 20% off
red velvet slippers
Lilysilk silk scrunchies



Outfit #4
(This was actually filmed after the week is over but it appears in the order of day four in the video)
Lands' End Fit n Flare
Crop tops from Morning Lavender (several of these would work)
Here is another similar wrap crop top
Rachelyn Jewelry necklace



Outfit #5
Blue dress (similar)
crop twist black tee
I'm wearing my red velvet slippers around the house today.
Ana Luisa Jewelry Jennifer10 for $10 off



Outfit #6
white blouse from Loft
Mott & Bow dark denim jean JLS10 for 10% off
SKYE earrings Odette 18K gold pearl earrings Jennifer20 for 20% off




Outfit #7
Loft blouse
SKYE earrings Léa Jennifer20 for 20% off SKYE
White denim jeans Mott & Bow JLS10 for 10% off
Oliver Cabell ballet flats (most similar high-quality pair I could find)



Thank you to Function of Beauty for bringing us today's video. Here is a snap of my shampoo, conditioner, and leave-in conditioner. I love that heat protectant is built in!

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Homemaking Week in the Life | Homemakers Should Have Fun Too

Welcome to a new homemaking week in the life. Often homemakers are the most work-laden members of the household. Sometimes it seems that while everyone else is having fun, we are dealing with drudgery and our work never seems to end.



But homemakers should have fun too. We need to remember to take regular breaks from our work in order to keep our spirits up... little pockets throughout our day. That might manifest in a late breakfast in our pajamas one Saturday, or an afternoon interlude in the garden. It might show up as a quiet moment to paint our nails or a cheeky jump in the pool. All of these moments you will see in today's video, along with much, much more.

My homemaker series is created to give you encouragement in your daily tasks. You are not alone... and homemaking is remarkable.

Here is my poem featured in the video:

Sisyphus
Housework can be repetitive,
Constantly setting things to right.
It’s at once satisfying and tedious,
This is the homemaker’s plight.

Just as Sisyphus rolled the boulder,
It feels we have done this before.
The tide inevitably rolls back,
Then washes up on the shore.

But unlike Sisyphus, the jobs we do,
Are meaningful at worst.
At best they are the stuff of life,
So let us dive in headfirst.



Featured in the video:
⚜️Recipes
Old-fashioned potato salad (similar to my mother's great recipe)
Cherry Bars
Taco casserole

⚜️Cleaning Resources
Pink floral gloves
e-cloth microfiber cloths JENNIFER15 for 15% off
Grove Collaborative (natural cleaning products)
Amazon microfiber mop
Dyson cordless vacuum

⚜️Style
Plush Necessities spa robe
Swimwear
Pom-pom slippers
Londontown nail polish JenniferS for 25% off

⚜️Home
Cappuccino maker
Kitchen-Aid
Boos Block
Checked tablecloth
plastic tablecloth

I hope you enjoy today's video.

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The Rise of Grandmillennial Style| Are you Grannie Chic? 3 Articles on Dress

Is your style Grandmillenial? What is "Granny Chic" and why are young people embracing it? Let's explore...



Welcome to a new 3 Articles on Dress. Today we are analyzing the rise of Grandmillennial Style. What is it? And why are so many young people turning toward the "Granny Chic" aesthetic?


Image from One King's Lane


The first article comes from House Beautiful, which also contains a quiz to find out if you are a Grandmillennial. Many of my readers sent me this article. Should I be flattered that I reminded so many people of the Grandmillennial?

The Rise of Grandmillenial Style| Are you Grannie Chic? 3 Articles on Dress

Is your style Grandmillenial? What is "Granny Chic" and why are young people embracing it? Let's explore...



Welcome to a new 3 Articles on Dress. Today we are analyzing the rise of Grandmillennial Style. What is it? And why are so many young people turning toward the "Granny Chic" aesthetic?


Image from One King's Lane


The first article comes from House Beautiful, which also contains a quiz to find out if you are a Grandmillennial. Many of my readers sent me this article. Should I be flattered that I reminded so many people of the Grandmillennial?