My List

In the back of my mind, I keep a running list of things that I would someday like to have. You know, things that I plan to get when we either find them cheap, are given them, or have saved up for them. Items that were previously on my list that I have been able to check off are a freezer, a 6-qt. slow cooker, a cake stand, a sewing machine, an ice cream maker. Items still on my list include a heavy-duty stand mixer, a headboard for our bed, a clothes line, a DSLR camera.

A couple days ago, I was reminded once again why I love D.I., when I was able to check yet another item off of my list - a food dehydrator. We got a slightly used SnackMaster, still in the box, for only $7. We do need to get the fruit roll sheets, and possibly the "clean-a-screen" tray, so we can do a greater variety of dried foods, but we are still excited about this fun little purchase. We've wanted a food dehydrator for several years, so to find one for this inexpensive at this time is exciting, now that we are finally in a position to have plenty of stuff to dry. We'll have a real garden this year and there's even an apple tree in our back yard.

Jeff is already running a small batch of apples in the dehydrator right now. They should be done later tonight, and I'm so excited to see how they turn out.