ChainedChrysalis ⋅
Mama to 5 kids. Wife of 20 years and going on. Childrens photographer. Classic DIYer. Simplistic living, old fashioned, bunny owner. Bipolar, anxiety, autoimmune disorder. Gentle soul, seeking kindness and love. Slow down living, farm life, summer loving landlocked mermaid.
The devil asked how i knew my way through the halls of hell. I replied. I do not need a map for the path i know so well.
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Back to the doctor in Bittersweet
I went back to my original GP. Shes an ANP. I had to stop with the Kaiser insurance because she didnt take it. Since I went to cigna, I can go back! So I went back in. She refilled my meds and ...
Tart Tatin in Tales from the kitchen witch
This weeks adventure in baking is a french Tart Tatin (Tar ta tan) I saw them make it on a baking show and had to try it. Its basically a one crust apple pie baked upside down in a cast iron. It ...
Phone options in Bittersweet
Trying to pick a phone case. I like this style a lot. I like the moon and the purple flowers. Ive had one like the moon one before, but it had some other designs on it. I really like this whol...
Not fired lol in Bittersweet
Well she didnt fire me. Logically I know she wouldent, however I know its a huge blow. Her concern. If there were any client checks and we would have to contact them and say something like “we lo...
Do you even know me? in Bittersweet
Ok, i know im going to sound ungrateful. I KNOW I sound ungrateful. But im getting it out of my system. The husband traded in our phones for the newest model. He asked me, I said no, its fine, Mi...
Loaded Broccoli and Cheese soup with Chicken in Tales from the kitchen witch
I am on a recipe kick. You know the drill. I cook for 8 plus extras so its a big soup! Divide into smaller portions as needed. Ingredients. Bag of soup stock ( I pre package 1 quart stock soup...
Twice Baked Potato Casserole in Tales from the kitchen witch
The PERFECT side dish for cold winter days. Ingredients 3 pounds medium russet potatoes, scrubbed 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil ⅓ cup reduced-fat cream cheese ¼ cup sour cream 1 ½ cups whole...
Twice baked potato Cassarole in Tales from the kitchen witch
The PERFECT side dish for cold winter days. Ingredients 3 pounds medium russet potatoes, scrubbed 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil ⅓ cup reduced-fat cream cheese ¼ cup sour cream 1 ½ cups whole...
Oh-Hi-whodawutnow? in Bittersweet
My kid has been on this Ohio sucks kick for a while. There is no rhyme or reason behind it. Just ohio sucks. And so in my unhappiness. I start looking at houses to buy elsewhere. Its a thing. I ...
German Chocolate cake in Tales from the kitchen witch
And you all thought the cheesecake was hard. The german chocolate cake is the hardest thing ive made so far. Its dirtied ALL my baking dishes lmao. I actually made my frostings while my cake was...
New Year, New Lasagna Casserole in Tales from the kitchen witch
Im going to bring in the new year with an epic lasagna. As always my recipes are for my big family, but this is EASILY split up for a smaller household. This is not a “fat busting” recipe or a ...
Cran-orange Juice in Secrets of a crafty witch
Per quart- 1 1/2 cups of fresh cranberries Few orange slices 1/4 cup honey Top with boiling water, leave about an inch of headspace. Wipe rim clean, place lid and hand tighten band. Steam or wate...
Hand Cream in Secrets of a crafty witch
Not my oil blend, but willing to try it! Nourishing Winter Hand Cream Ingredients: 1/2 cup Shea butter 1/4 cup oil of choice (I used jojoba oil here but refined coconut oil works great as well as...
Easy Cheescake in Tales from the kitchen witch
I have never made a cheesecake, For all that T and I love them, and for all my baking. Ive never made one. When he got a prime rib for Christmas I said I would make a cheesecake! Here is the rec...
Does he suck or do I? in Bittersweet
B moved out. He told us the other day he was putting in for an apartment and today he signed the lease and got his stuff and left. This is the second time hes moved out and did it while I wasnt h...
Holiday baking at its finest. First up the mousse. Omg. 2 cups heavy whipping cream. 1 cup powdered sugar 1/4 cup baking cocoa powder. More if you want a more chocolatey flavor splash o vanilla ...
Snow day in Bittersweet
Looks like tomorrow will be a snow day. Its been snowing all day and the roads are SLUSH wet nasty. Its slowly getting colder and Its going to ice up SO bad. 3/4 ths our people called off or tele...
Cheap ass in Bittersweet
Man I am a total cheapass. I found a wool coat i really loved at Dillards. It was over 200. It fits nicely and the size is perfect. A hair tight but im shrinking slowly anyway. Like I LOVE this ...
Website launch in Secrets of a crafty witch
We launched our website for Black Friday. I spent all of thanksgiving making listings, policies, designing ect. Got the domain, released it with a case that people have been asking for and opened...
Pita Pizza Bowl in Tales from the kitchen witch
Cottage Cheese. Maranara Sauce Favorite Pizza Toppings Italian herb spices ( Oregano, basil, garlic, are my favorites) Shredded cheese ( Cheddar jack is awesome) Garlic Pita Chips. In a small b...
Baked Mac and Cheese with chicken and veg in Tales from the kitchen witch
3 chicken breast halves. 1 lb each broccoli, califlower and riced califlower 16 oz noodles of choice. Sauce 1 stick butter 4 cups milk 2 eggs 2 tablespoons flower 3 cups favorite cheeses I used ...
farewell halloween in Bittersweet
We packed up most of the halloween decor today, Except Skelly. He is staying up a bit. I need a christmas hat for him lol. The kids grabbed all my winter paintings and brought them all out and h...
Best month on the side hustle in Bittersweet
We net 1300 on the side hustle this month. Its going up every month. This takes into account shipping and fees, not supplies. But thats ok too :) Its cool that we are pulling something of a profi...
Not me. in Bittersweet
I didnt win the award I was nominated for but my company won the award they were nominated for. Totally valid and awesome! :) I didnt think I would win and im happy for the person who did.
Award take two in Bittersweet
Tomorrow is the other award ceremony. This one I was nominated by my CEO for a personal award. This award is designed to recognize an outstanding individual with lived experience who works to im...