My name is Ann Nolte and I love to cook and experiment in the kitchen. My favorite things to make are muffins and other baked goods, but I especially enjoy dressing up simple recipes with my own taste. I have been married for almost 21 years and I am the mother to John and Abby and two Cocker Spaniels. We are a military family that has lived all over the country. I am a former school teacher and a currently a certified Pilates instructor. Though I love to cook being active and healthy is a very important part of my daily life. I am a firm believer that all things need to have balance.