GINGERBREAD WAFFLES

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 ½ tsp baking powder

1 teaspoon ground ginger

¾ tsp ground cinnamon

½ tsp baking soda

¼ tsp salt

1/8 tsp ground clovers

1/3 cup packed brown sugar

1 egg, separated

¾ cup buttermilk

¼ cup molasses

3 tbsp  butter, melted

1/8 tsp. cream of tartar

Confectioners’ sugar, optional

In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients.  In a small bowl, beat the br. Sugar and egg yold until fluffy; add the buttermilk, molasses and butter.  Stir into dry ingredients just until combined.  In another small bowl, beat the egg white and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.  Gently fold into batter.  Quickly spoon onto a preheated waffle iron.  Bake according to manufacturer’s directions until golden brown.  Sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar if desired.  Yield:  8 waffles

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Audrey Hepburn once said, “I love all things PINK!”  February should be declared PINK month.  Today’s offering is a bit of PINK eye candy.  Enjoy!

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Posies picked, just for YOU!  Oh, the therapeutic value of the flower.  Whether it be a solitary or a bouquet, flowers are simply elegant.  Decorate you life today!

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Sweet life. Sweet people. Sweet days. Sweet words. Sweet gestures. Do something special today for a friend or co-worker who has been especially helpful or kind. Leave a small bag of candy on their desk or on their porch with a note that says, “Thank you for being so sweet.” Or, “Make it a sweet day.” Or, “You were Mint to be here,” with mints as your candy.  Small, sweet gestures that become unexpected, but wonderful surprises, will make an ordinary day memorable, for both of you.       by Rebecca Lynch

Thank you to Rebecca Lynch, our guest blogger!  So happy to have you join us Rebecca!

I am a fan of technology and credit much of my reputation as efficient to the conveniences of our modern day.  I appreciate email, Facebook  and every other plateform that’s connected to the great big www that reaches beyond our walls and connects me to places I’ll likely never truly ‘see’.

When it comes right down to it, though, email and electronic touches just don’t move me like the gift of a handwritten, personalized greeting.  The personal touch escapes the computer and defies email, even with the best of intentions.  Throw in a pretty card and there’s quite a powerhouse at your fingertips.

Being on the receiving end of a few words scripted on good old-fashioned paper elicits almost the same response as a treasured photo; it is savored, revisited, kept and treasured.  The knowledge that someone cared enough to complete the process of choosing a card, taking a few moments to write (hopefully legibly) a unique message (think about it….a card has no bcc option!), slip it in the envelope, address and stamp it and then deliver it to the post office is really quite a commitment when everyone has a keyboard so close and easy to use.

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I like noses. I like cheeks. I like foreheads. I like eyebrows. My favorite times of the day are both morning and night, when I get to visit all my favorite places all over again. I never age. I never worry. I am never sad. I am only able to give love, joy and happiness. Mommies use me a lot to calm or comfort, to nurture and teach, to live and love. Being me is a blessing. I am a kiss. Spread more joy – give extra kisses today.    by Rebecca Lynch

What a joy to feature our guest blogger, Rebecca Lynch!  Thank you, Rebecca!

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I need you to love me with all of your might. I need you to see me for the person I truly am. I need you to hold me for the times we’ve never had. I need you to encourage me for the work I’ve yet to do. I need you to believe in me for the words I cannot say. I need you to give me the life I deserve to live. I need you to be the guide on my journey. I need you.        by Rebecca Lynch

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What happens when the creative minds of  The Torn Edge & The Studio 56 collide?

An organic and creative explosion occurs within our hearts.

As a child, our hearts are whole and perfect, but through life experiences, hearts get broken, torn, and distressed.  As we begin our journey today, our candy bar was whole and perfect.    The pounding and breaking symbolize our life experiences that leave pieces scattered everywhere.  We have many imperfect pieces of our hearts and when we were arrange the pieces back together to make whole again, they create something beautiful and purposeful . Even though it is in pieces, the heart is now whole and connected.

Every heart is WORTHY of authentic, meaningful love!

Just a little something about the girls behind “Sweetly Broken”

Michelle Gressel ~ Artist, Speaker, Arranger Growing up as a country girl in rural Kansas, I had a lot of time on my hands to be creative. I explored my big imagination with everything from masterful mud pies to crafty crafts for 4-H. I was simply on creative fire during those uninhibited years.

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Diana Foster ~ A free-lance Photographer and Fine Art Card Designer
A belief in capturing everyday life in beautiful and unexpected ways, drives my art. Inspiration comes from being awake enough to recognize a compelling story just waiting to be told. I am a lifestyle photographer living and creating in Kansas City.

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A special thank you to Michelle Gressel from The Torn Edge!  It was truly a pleasure to collaborate with you!

What does “love” consist of?  One could say it consists of generosity.  Selflessness. Kindness. Graciousness.  But, we all know that love is so much more than these things.  True love, the kind that makes it such a wondrous event is indescribable.  True love consumes you.  It’s at the forefront of your mind, your heart, your soul at every second.  It’s giddy.  It’s funny.  But most of all, it’s amazing!     by Rebecca Lynch 

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Welcome to the first day of “Lifted by LOVE”, a 14-day journey with The Studio 56!  Our hope is to inspire you in many ways during the next 14 days.  Laugh more, live more, and definitely love more.  Please head over to watch our video.  See you tomorrow!

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