Capuchio Designs

Local Trees

Evergreen trees are so beautiful when they have a sprinkling of snow on their boughs.  One of my best discoveries this winter, was Yak Trax.  These amazing little gadgets are criss-crossed coils of metal  that are attached to the bottom of your shoes.  They provide you with stability while walking on slick snow and ice.

Instantly, you’re transformed  into somewhat of a mountain goat!   I can climb up and down treacherous terrain (ie:  walk on sidewalks and paths) without even a little bitty slip.  Now there is absolutely no excuse for avoiding winter exercise.

Yak Trax

Hopefully I can put these away until next year!

Making Scones

Do you remember last weekend when I said that I was going to go home after my winter walk, and do chores and take care of other boring business stuff?  Well … I immediately went home and started making the cranberry orange scones I’ve been thinking about since the holidays.  These are actually the first scones I’ve ever made.

on the way to the oven

They were easy to make, and tasted scrumptious right out of the oven with a steamy cup of good coffee.  I miss all my old, (as in frequent) baking habits.  Eating healthy just isn’t as much fun.  That’s for sure!