It’s cold outside and if you live in a cold, windy place (like Wyoming or other cold places around the world) a warm scarf is essential!
Listed below are some of the scarves I have for sale on my eBay , each is $19.99, can ship for free to any USA address or worldwide for a small shipping/mailing fee. Each sale helps me to fund my travel in February, where I will be going to Ireland!
Each scarf listed is handmade-hand knitted by your truly here in Wyoming–Stay warm and happy this winter season.
Thank you for your purchase! Here’s the link to the scarves, happy shopping! apotthoff on eBay
Anna.
Fruity Loopy Scarf, $19.99, just one of many scarves available!
The weather is changing, the chilly crisp autumn air has arrived, and the season of being busy busy busy while watching our budgets extra carefully (and checking it twice) is upon us!
This recipe is easily double or triple and can easily be simmer on the back of the stove but I like the crock pot as as I dump everything in, turn it on low overnight and have it easily ready for lunch or start it before work and come home to a delightful homemade meal.
Chili (Serves 4 with ample portions)
1 cup each of dried pintos, kidney beans and black beans (or whatever combo of dried beans you like)
3 tablespoons of Chili powder
1 tsp of minced garlic (jar stuff is great)
1 tsp of salt, 1 beef boulion cube
1 regular sized can of diced tomatoes (fire roasted, plain, whatever you got in the cupboard)
1 small can of tomato paste and/or a hand full of halved cherry tomatoes
Dump everythign into the crock pot and stir. Put in enough water to fill the crocked pot and all ingredients are covered. Option, a couple of squirts of Tabasco or other “spicy sauce” if you like a little kick. Plug in and put on low overnight or all day.
The cornbread can be either made in an 8×8″ backing dish or makes 12 regular sized corn muffins, same recipe. Either way, grease the pan before adding the cornbread mix to bake;
Cornbread:
1 cup all purpose flour
1 cup Cornmeal
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 salt
1 cup milk
1 egg
1/3 cup canola or corn oil
Mix everything well in a bowl and dump into greased pan, bake at 350 degrees Farenheit for about 25-30 minutes (toothpick comes out clean if inserted)
Serve Cornbread and chili together, all things comebined, costs less than $7 to feed 4-6 people a hearty, hot meal.
Happy Autumn!
Cheap Crockpot chili for chilly days Super easy that anyone can make these
The weather is superb, Wyoming is peaking and while celebrating my birthday with my parents, we joined forces for a regional adventure today in Laramie, Wyoming.
While adventures are more grande when enjoyed with others, I experienced a joyous time celebrating today with my parents (whom have politely declined to be visually featured in the public forum or in any social media!)
We met up in Laramie at the Buffalo Indian (Buffalo Indian) restaurant, which served ample portions. We started off with Momo (vegetable) for appetizers and iced tea, followed by Shrimp Biryani, Mango Shrimp and Shrimp Dhaniya–all served with rice and absolutely delicous. We also enjoyed onion naan with tamarind sauce–scrumptious. Their service was spectaculuar and the food was spicy but not overwhelming hot–greatly blending spices and with heat and flavor.
Buffalo Indian Cusine in Laramie, Wyoming
After thoroughly enjoying our hefty meal, we drove just outside of town limites, but still within Laramie realms, to the Abraham Lincoln Memorial on Lincoln Highway (which stretches from Times Square to the Golden Gate Bridge).
My parents and I read all the information posted on plaquards and signs, gleaning all the history and fun Wyoming tid bits it provided, including the local landscaping beneath the sculpture itself. Wyoming weather didn’t disappoint today, with warm skies, a light breeze to keep it cool and a free venue for us to enjoy!
Abraham Lincoln Memorial, Laramie Wyoming. A free adventure that is well worth visiting with a great visitors center. Abraham Lincolm plaquard. Lincoln Highway connects Time Square to San FransiscoAbraham Lincoln Memorial in Laramie, Wyoming
(Click link to make an offer! It goes straight to my eBaysite!) Make me an offer! I am selling some paintings and other items (mostly made or painted by me!) to help me go to Scotland this autumn! $999 or best offer- with free shipping to the USA but can be mailed world wide!
The product is a medium-sized portrait painting on canvas created by artist Anna Potthoff. The painting features a redhead with blue eyes, inspired by the Scottish Highlands. The artwork is a unique, one-of-a-kind original piece. It combines elements of figurative art, expressionism, and fantasy. This combination creates a captivating and imaginative portrait.
This fantasy-inspired artwork perfectly captures the essence of the Scottish culture. It can be a stunning addition to any art collection. This is especially true for fans of fairy tales and magical themes in art.
I am trying to sell some of my art to help my adventure funds! Make me an offer!
So, when you are visiting family in Northeast Colorado, don’t forget to stop by Mariana’s restaurant in Wiggins, Colorado–the food is amazing and the prices are very nice! They even have a great selection of scoop ice-cream!
I ordered the taco salad and wowser! So good and definitely ample portions–no skimping and one definitely could share it, unless they are little piggies like me!
Tis the time of year when visitors and guests are coming by for a visit. They share in a mug of Eggnog and enjoy a slice of yule log or fruitcake. They enjoy the festivities of the season. Or, you are baking Christmas treats and cookies for your kids’ classes or that friendly neighbor…but music makes every joyous occasion better!
Below, is a choice of wonderful Christmas music–feel free to sing along and jingle all the way!
Stones of all sorts were used to make this delight gem, tucked away in Platte County, Wyoming (not too far from Guernsey!)
Built during the depression era, this shelter was created as a project to shelter and add fun to the community.
A friend’s mom actually recommended that I adventure here and check it out. She wasn’t wrong. It’s a spectacular gem hidden in the enclaves of Wild, Windy Wyoming.
Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (the regional version of the infamous TVA) during the depression. Now, it’s a perfect place to take a packed lunch or picnic. Bring beverages as there aren’t any vending machines or potable water sources but latrines are available (including handicap accessible.) It is also dog friendly, as long as you keep Fido on a leash.
It’s picturesque views are absolutely stunning and would make a great location to host a family event, photography shoots (i.e.senior pictures, wedding photos and more).
The wall Mural painting of the Castle is located on 8th Street in Wheatland, Wyoming. I “discovered” it while walking my dog later on in the day. It was a fortuitous finding.
The Castle, Platte County, WyomingEntering the CastleA working fireplace is located inside the castle, along with tables for a true experience of the rustic lifeA “kitchen” area, compelte with working area and benches and storage shelves for your ease of use A passage way to the stunnigng views From atop the tower, a spectuclar view of Guernsey Lake State ParkAnna Potthoff Enjoying the Castle Guernsey Lake and State parkGuernsey Lake and State park A mural wall painting of the Castle Found on 8th Street, Wheatland, Wyoming
The ghostly monk attending to an abandoned monastery, church in Scotland Inspired by local legends of the ruins, nearby, Inverness Scotland, and the cairns. This monk still maintains his garden, even after death, and he hunts the abandoned monastery church that he wants to have added centuries ago
Item is framed, ready to hang. Original Size is 16 in by 20 in but is a bit larger due to the frame. Ready to hang on the way. Varnished with a UV glaze for protection and long lasting. Original oil on cotton canvas. Solid brush strokes and hand painted, one of a kind original. Stories of folklore legends and ghosts. #ruins #monks #ghosts #spiritis #hauntings #paintme #parati #painting #haunted #hauntingseason
Dining options are limited when visiting my parents in Eastern Colorado. The same cuisines dominate, mostly Mexican food or burgers and fries. There are one or two Asian-themed places a couple of towns over. So, what is a person to do? Pull ideas from their adventures and make a meal for the family!
I chose fresh caught wild- Atlantic salmon fillets, skin on.
Ingriedients:
4 Salmon Fillets
Lemon Juice
Salted Butter, Salt and Pepper (fresh cracked)
Thinly sliced red onions
Frozen Peas (the whole bag)
Saute the salmon in the skillet, skin side down in butter and lemon juice, basting the fish with the reduction in the pan. Steam the frozen peas in a side pan. Top the fish with the onion and cover with a lid, cook until desired level of doneness is desired. Served with a shredded cabbage salad, top with a creamy dressing and serve.
Scottish inspired Salmon and peas Saute the salmon in a heavy butter and lemon sauce. with sliced onions
A mid-day adventure! This adventure included my mother, it’s not often that I have an adventure buddy but today was spectacular! While I did snap a couple of really cute photos of my Mom, she asked not to be featured. It is a totally respectable choice!
Pawnee Buttes are located in Weld County, Colorado. It’s located beyond the “sticks”–and Mom commented that seeing anyone wasn’t a good sign. We finally stumbled across other adventure seekers once we arrived. We saw a grumpy lady in a vehicle. Another guy was there with a travel camper and his dogs. This was after we saw oil-rig trucks on the back country roads–all two of them.
The Pawnee Buttes were created by water, wind and time–through erosion not tectonic plates. It is part of the Pawnee National Grassland.
Located just 13 miles South of the Wyoming state line, here’s how you get there!
Directions
Start from Ault (Colorado) and head east on Colorado Highway 14. Continue for about 27 miles. Then turn left on Weld County Road 105. Travel about 4 miles north and continue onto County Road 390. Travel 2 miles, then turn right onto County Road 103. Travel 2 miles north, then take a right onto County Road 104. Travel 4 miles east, and turn left onto County Road 111. Turn right onto County Road 110, followed by a left onto County Road 113. Travel 0.5 miles to the trail head parking area.
Pawnee Buttes, N.E Colorado Pawnee Buttes, N.E Colorado Pawnee Buttes, N.E Colorado Pawnee Buttes, N.E Colorado Pawnee Buttes, N.E Colorado Anna Potthoff, the adventure maker, is at Pawnee Buttes, Colorado. My Mom snapped this photo from her vehicle.
