If there is anything that causes a bright stream of Christmas memories to flow through my head, it is sugar cookies. Sugar cookies symbolize a true celebration. Maybe that is because they take quite a bit of time and work. These cookies are not for the leisure bakers of the internet world. They are a slow Sunday morning project that will reward you with copious amounts holiday joy and impressive presents for your loved ones.

One thing I miss from summer is eating outside, especially breakfast or lunch when you can absorb so much vitamin D. Today I wanted throw a winter spin on the idea of eating outside. The scene is a park bench where one is enjoying an afternoon snack of these perfect crunchy outside, chewy inside gluten free raw honey oatmeal cookies, a cup of steaming green tea, and the latest news. I challenge you to change up your winter routine this week. I cannot wait to get on the mountain soon. I'm dying for some outdoor exercise!

With the joyful holidays snowing closer and closer, I wanted to give my readers some new options for this years celebrations. It is simple to get stuck in "tradition", but sometimes your great grandmothers white, rock hard cutouts just won't do you good. This week you are going to find some traditional cookies with a twist to liven up your glowing parties and put a smile and a few yummy crumbs on your loved one's faces