October 10, 2010
Dear Dawn and Darin, and Whitefeather too, My mother from the Olympic Peninsula, and I from California thank you for a delightful stay! Great hosts, great breakfasts, we loved it all! And the wolves are truly spectacular. You are doing a terrific job! Rondi and Mama (Phoebe)
October 2, 2010
My daughter, Allison, and I came for the weekend, just for some "down time". Everything was lovely, and the wolves were spectacular! Thank you for providing such a beautiful home and surroundings when we need to get off the merry-go-round of live for a while! Allison and Barbara, Ridley Park PA
September 25, 2010
Dear Dawn and Darin, Another fantastic weekend with you and your wonderful staff. Fantastic house, marvelous food and much much more. And we were so fortunate the puppies howled 3 different times. We love it here and hope to come back again and again. Thanks for sharing your wolves, Iona and Bruce
August 28, 2010
We had an absolutely wonderful stay. It was a wonderful, peaceful day. Absolutely adored our room. The wolves are gorgeous! Breakfast fabulous! Can't wait to return! Claude, Treehold, NJ
August 27, 2010
Sharing the boys room with my friend, Rosebud, and seeing all the sights and sounds and tastes and treasure hunting of Lancaster County has been a wonderful retreat. Coming "home" each night to your house and a cookie, a comfortable bed and a promise of tasty (big) breakfast has completed a perfect week. Betty
August 27, 2010
What a truly wonderful time I have had during my respite here! Long days, dreamy nights, fondest memories of my earliest years spent near Lancaster with my family of "8" children! Thank you soooo much for your sweet hospitality and sharing your beautiful home with us! Rosebud, Richmond VA
August 21, 2010
Thank you Dawn for all your hard work in renovating such a gorgeous B&B. Joel and I so enjoyed staying. I most definitely will come back. Your food was delicious! I especially loved my tours at the Wolf Sanctuary. I will never forget. Carolyn
August 20, 2010
Dear Dawn- Thank you for making our visit here the gift it was. We look forward to returning and telling our friends about you! Gratefully, Damian and Bob
August 12, 2010
Thank you for allowing my father and I to stay in this lovely house. The food and wolves were great. We will be back. Eric and Alan
August 4-8, 2010
Thank you for opening your lovely home so that many others may also enjoy the beauty, warmth, comfort, and history. My daughter and I had a memorable experience in your part of the country. We appreciate your hospitality and especially the yummy breakfasts. Thanks for accommodating our need for an early breakfast in order to get to the Hershey Track Meet on time! Becky and Jill, Arizona
August 1, 2010
Thank you for your GREAT hospitality and beautiful home. We'll be back. Lorna and Wayne
July 28, 2010
What a wonderful retreat! Thank you for your hospitality and your dedication to your wolf sanctuary. May you continue to be blessed in your endeavors. Eileen
July, 2010
I am a school teacher-5th grade. Every year I teach a unit on wolves and use Seymour's book. The kids love it. I was lucky enough for seven of those years to have a real wolf visit the classroom. He was the family pet of a good friend of mine. Seeing your wolves brought back a lot of fond memories and crazy stories of Lobo and the kids. He was definitely an omega, and his family loved him. Thanks for your part in keeping the wolves safe! Jane
July 15, 2010
Thank you so much for everything. It was peaceful and delicious here. A much needed break from the city. I'll be back! Elizabeth, Philadelphia PA
July 3, 2010
Stayed in hotels, motels all over the world, as well as many B&B's, and this is up there with the best.
Susan, Baltimore MD
June 27, 2010
Thanks for the hospitality. I've posted photos on Facebook. Save the wolves! Pam, Gettysburg PA
June 27, 2010
Comfy beds, excellent shower, great breakfast. Amazing ambiance. Wonderful wolves! Peace, quiet- a perfect place to stay- I'll be back! Deb, Kensington MD
June 26, 2010
Dear Dawn, Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us. The food and furnishings were fantastic, as were the wolves! Sonya and Caroline VA
June 21, 2010
Dawn, thank you for a very special time spent with my daughter-in-law and granddaughters. The wolves were wonderful, and it is so quiet! Breakfast was awesome, and we will be back. Many blessings to you and your family. Shirley Warrenton, VA
June 21, 2010
Wow, so much chocolate! The town is so great, between the food, the people, and just the overall beauty, it's amazing! And for a history buff, and an architectural person as myself it's just wonderful. I wish I could stay forever. Catlenn VA
PS- The wolves were just stunning.
June 18-19, 2010
We had a wonderful time! Your home is beautiful, and our room was perfect. Thanks for the delicious breakfast and your dinner suggestions. Thanks for everything. Mike and Milina NJ
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
#Valentine be mine
What to do on valentines for your special someone? I have a few ideas. Of course you can treat your special someone to that surprise I love you gift anytime of the month. Start working up to it early! Why not start by coming to Wolf Sanctuary of PA February 4th from 730pm to 10pm for an evening of classical guitar and a bonfire to warm your spirits. Listen to the music and if we are lucky the wolves will howl a sweet serenade of love for those listening. You will certainly get goosebumps as I always do. Come join us for a relaxing time under the full snow moon February 4, 2012, 7:30pm to 10pm, 465 Speedwell Forge Rd, Lititz PA 17543. We will have valentine treats just for you!
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Lititz Fire & Ice Festival is coming!
February 17 through February 19, 2012!
Come join in the fun! Friday night block party, Saturday night Chili Cook-off and Winter Wonderland Carnival and Sunday Skating.
This event just keeps growing. Come enjoy the warn hometown charm of Lititz with it's fabulous food and lovely accommodations. Stroll the streets and take in the amazing sights of fresh hand carved ice sculptures. Then pop into Cafe Chocolate for a warmer upper, the turbo. YUM! If your pleasure is a cooler beverage, maybe the Bull's Head is more your speed. With over 50 beers to temp your taste buds you can not miss. The tomato pie cafe is just across the street from Wilbur Chocolate, and their food is a treat for lunch. Last but not least Scooters, were the chefs know how to cook a delectable rare steak. Of course they can cook it more if you must.
Anyway, my point is this is going to be great fun! I hope to see you there.
Come join in the fun! Friday night block party, Saturday night Chili Cook-off and Winter Wonderland Carnival and Sunday Skating.
This event just keeps growing. Come enjoy the warn hometown charm of Lititz with it's fabulous food and lovely accommodations. Stroll the streets and take in the amazing sights of fresh hand carved ice sculptures. Then pop into Cafe Chocolate for a warmer upper, the turbo. YUM! If your pleasure is a cooler beverage, maybe the Bull's Head is more your speed. With over 50 beers to temp your taste buds you can not miss. The tomato pie cafe is just across the street from Wilbur Chocolate, and their food is a treat for lunch. Last but not least Scooters, were the chefs know how to cook a delectable rare steak. Of course they can cook it more if you must.
Anyway, my point is this is going to be great fun! I hope to see you there.
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Pumkin pie bread gluten free
I can't tell you if this is the best receipe for you. I only know that I love to cook and I keep trying different things. I hardly make the same thing the same way twice. Since that is the case I have started trying to write things down.
I had a number of pumpkins from my garden, so I had to do it....pumpkin bread. I looked at several receipes then made my own. Shall we give it a try? Be sure to tell me what you think. :)
2 cup sweet rice flour (you can use all sweet rice and skip coconut)
1/2 cup coconut flour
1/2 cup tapioca cornstarch
5 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon xanthan gum
4 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup orange juice
2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 to 2 cups fresh drained pumpkin
Gluten-free non-stick cooking spray
Preheat your oven to 350°F, and place your rack in the middle of the oven. Spray two 9-by-5-inch loaf pans lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, salt, and xanthan gum. In separate bowl, mix together eggs, oil and orange juice. Add sugar and pumpkin. Blend until thoroughly combined.
Add pumpkin mixture to dry ingredients. Mix until ingredients are thoroughly combined and a smooth batter forms (use medium-high speed on a stand mixer).
Divide batter evenly between prepared loaf pans. Bake for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Remove pans from oven and place on a wire rack. Allow bread to cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Remove bread from pans and place directly on wire rack. Allow bread to cool completely before slicing. Store bread wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for 3 to 5 days, or wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.
By the way...this is a very moist bread.
I had a number of pumpkins from my garden, so I had to do it....pumpkin bread. I looked at several receipes then made my own. Shall we give it a try? Be sure to tell me what you think. :)
2 cup sweet rice flour (you can use all sweet rice and skip coconut)
1/2 cup coconut flour
1/2 cup tapioca cornstarch
5 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon xanthan gum
4 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup orange juice
2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 to 2 cups fresh drained pumpkin
Gluten-free non-stick cooking spray
Preheat your oven to 350°F, and place your rack in the middle of the oven. Spray two 9-by-5-inch loaf pans lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, salt, and xanthan gum. In separate bowl, mix together eggs, oil and orange juice. Add sugar and pumpkin. Blend until thoroughly combined.
Add pumpkin mixture to dry ingredients. Mix until ingredients are thoroughly combined and a smooth batter forms (use medium-high speed on a stand mixer).
Divide batter evenly between prepared loaf pans. Bake for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Remove pans from oven and place on a wire rack. Allow bread to cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Remove bread from pans and place directly on wire rack. Allow bread to cool completely before slicing. Store bread wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for 3 to 5 days, or wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.
By the way...this is a very moist bread.
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Vegan Brownies - THE BEST
These brownies are cakey, very moist and super yummy!
Ingredients
2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar - I use Florida Crystals
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup coconut milk
1 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
1.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.In a large bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt. Pour in water, vegetable oil and vanilla; mix until well blended. Spread evenly in a 8x11 inch baking pan.
3.Bake for 35 to 40 minutes in preheated oven, until the top is no longer shiny. Let cool for at least 10 minutes before cutting into squares with a plastic knife.
Ingredients
2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar - I use Florida Crystals
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup coconut milk
1 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
1.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.In a large bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt. Pour in water, vegetable oil and vanilla; mix until well blended. Spread evenly in a 8x11 inch baking pan.
3.Bake for 35 to 40 minutes in preheated oven, until the top is no longer shiny. Let cool for at least 10 minutes before cutting into squares with a plastic knife.
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Acorn Squash Cake
3 1/2 cups flour
1 tsp baking powder
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp ground cloves
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt
2 cups packed squash (you can use pumpkin, acorn, butter nut squash)
1 cup oil
3 cups sugar
3 eggs
Preheat oven to 350 degree. Mix dry ingrediants together, mix wet ingrediants together, then mix everything together. I use several small pans, or a bundt cake or really whatever kind of cake you want to make. The cooking time varies depending on what kind of pan you use. I always start with 25 minutes and go from there. Your cake could take up to 50 minutes. This is a heavy cake, but very good and usually very moist.
I use an orange or maple glaze for the topping. Or you can just dust it with powdered sugar.
Have fun! Comment if you have questions or you can contact me through facebook, Speedwell Forge Bed and Breakfast.
1 tsp baking powder
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp ground cloves
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt
2 cups packed squash (you can use pumpkin, acorn, butter nut squash)
1 cup oil
3 cups sugar
3 eggs
Preheat oven to 350 degree. Mix dry ingrediants together, mix wet ingrediants together, then mix everything together. I use several small pans, or a bundt cake or really whatever kind of cake you want to make. The cooking time varies depending on what kind of pan you use. I always start with 25 minutes and go from there. Your cake could take up to 50 minutes. This is a heavy cake, but very good and usually very moist.
I use an orange or maple glaze for the topping. Or you can just dust it with powdered sugar.
Have fun! Comment if you have questions or you can contact me through facebook, Speedwell Forge Bed and Breakfast.
Get Away to Lancaster PA
Crazy days. The todo list just seems to be getting longer. Everything seems to be important and I just want to get away. I know it's not just me. How do I escape? I walk out to my back yard and listen to the sounds of nature. I walk back to the Wolf Sanctuary of PA and I watch the wolves play and sleep. Birds over head and the breeze through the leaves. The Speedwell Forge Nature Park is just a two minute walk from the house and Middle Creek preserve a fifteen minute drive.
Come to Lancaster PA and relax! Stay a couple days. Leave your work at home and stroll the quiet grounds of Speedwell Forge. Go out and shop for the day and come back in the early evening and relax in the library or Parlor. Let the tic toc of my 1903 Grandfather clock sweep your troubles away while you snack on homemade cookies or other yummy treats made fresh the same day.
Come to Lancaster PA and relax! Stay a couple days. Leave your work at home and stroll the quiet grounds of Speedwell Forge. Go out and shop for the day and come back in the early evening and relax in the library or Parlor. Let the tic toc of my 1903 Grandfather clock sweep your troubles away while you snack on homemade cookies or other yummy treats made fresh the same day.
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