by Kelli Donley | Jul 10, 2014 | Uncategorized
by Kelli Donley | Jul 8, 2014 | Arizona
I spent the holiday weekend away in Payson. In addition to visiting quaint, adorable Pine, AZ — we took some time to adventure a bit at the Tonto Natural Bridge. Like so many natural wonders, these photos do no justice to the jaw-dropping awe this place...
by Kelli Donley | Jul 6, 2014 | Domestic Art, Flora and Fauna, Heirloom Hacienda
The last bit of summer was jarred and enjoyed this weekend. It was a great run for peppers and tomatoes this year! I haven’t forgotten the “Phoenix Tomato Growing Plan.” I”m working on the tutorial and will have it posted prior to next season....
by Kelli Donley | Jul 5, 2014 | Domestic Art, Heirloom Hacienda
If you’ve ever asked how to make mint chocolate chip cookies without having salad in your dessert — I figured it out. Cook the butter down slowly with a handful of fresh herbs. Strain them after 10 minutes or so and then cook with the butter as...
by Kelli Donley | Jul 4, 2014 | Celebrate!
Happy birthday to this crazy girl, who has been my friend for 27 years. (We are officially old.) I apparently have 27 years of photos of her too. I’ll stop there. Happy birthday America! Just know the fireworks are actually for Rebilou. xo, K *Whose...
by Kelli Donley | Jul 3, 2014 | Domestic Art
I took this photo out of some magazine at Home Depot, when I was waiting for keys to be made. I love this tablecloth! (and the chairs) The embroidery is beautiful, simple and clean. And the colors are perfect for the country chic look. Anyone have luck making...
by Kelli Donley | Jul 2, 2014 | Heirloom Hacienda
I had a waffle dinner party last week. I didn’t realize we’d lose to the Belgians this week. I’m fairly certain my celebration of all things waffle didn’t help. Sorry, ‘Merica. In other news, the blog is fixed! Thank you Jason!...
by Kelli Donley | Jul 1, 2014 | Uncategorized
Hey all, Lots of stories and photos to share, but we at africankelli.com are having a few technical issues. Mainly, the blog and Flickr are fighting and I can’t figure out how to get them to JUST GET ALONG ALREADY. As such, hang tight. The nerds are on the case....
by Kelli Donley | Jun 27, 2014 | Arizona, Heirloom Hacienda
Prickly pear ripening — jam to be made in August; more ball band cotton washcloths on the sticks; peanut butter cookies for a colleague’s birthday; the last of the tomatoes — it was a great season; Mason jars full of flowers around the house, because...
by Kelli Donley | Jun 25, 2014 | Arizona, Community
There is something about the Hayden Mill that gives me the same sense of comfort as smelling the Thanksgiving turkey roasting, or seeing a stocking full of goodies Christmas morning. Home, sweet home. ~K
