Things I’m Thankful For: 1. A New Friend~ Someone I have known for awhile, who has fairly recently become a friend rather than just an acquaintance. 2. Something Shiny~ All the Christmas lights starting to show up around town. Which means Christmas is coming soon! 3. Someone Unexpected~ My brother, who always shows up unexpectedly…
Are you looking to try something a little different in your cookie selection this year? Try these yummy, chocolatey, cookies so full of fudgey goodness packed with protein as well. These are one of our family favorites! Fudge Nut Cookies 1 2/3 cup sugar 2/3 cup butter 2 eggs 1 cup cottage cheese 2 tsp …
The last several years have certainly put a spotlight on essential oils and their uses but do they really work? In this post, I will share some interesting information about essential oils including some of the benefits as well as some of the risks. Do Essential Oils Really Work? Creighton University Medical Center School of…
1. Favorite Fall Sweet Treat? I’d have to say either apple crisp or pumpkin pie! 2. Red, Yellow, or Green Apples? Red. They are just so versatile. Eat them fresh, good for baking, saucing and drying. 3.Favorite Fall Sport to Play? I don’t play any sports right now, but I enjoy watching my…
It’s that time of year again! Last year I shared with you the Genius Bloggers Toolkit (I’m not a Genius Blogger) and I have to tell you that I am so excited to share that it is back, better than ever! And just so you know this post contains affiliate links. Want to know what…
Hello lovelies, Today I am trying something a little new and I hope you enjoy it as much as I think I will. I have seen these types of posts around the blogosphere lately and have been wanting to try this format myself. I am linking up with Anne of In Residence and her guest host Dana…
Yes friends, you read that right, the Genius Bloggers Toolkit is back and it is better than ever! Check out the awesome little video below. This post contains affiliate links. So so many amazing resources for anyone who is a blogger or is thinking of starting a blog. (Want some tips on starting a blog?…
Hi there lovelies! As you may have noticed, September was a little crazy around here hence the supreme lack of posts. Since November, December and January tend to be much the same, I decided to challenge myself and do a Blog ahead challenge. Anna from Herding Cats and Burning Soup had just the challenge I…
Does your family eat a lot of potatoes? Are you tired of the usual mashed and baked and scalloped and are looking for something a little different, maybe something a little cheesy, with a little pizzaz, a little oomf? My family eats a lot of potato dishes partly because they are so economical and partly…
Moms are notorious for spending all of their energy and attention on the care of others. Add a full or part time job into the equation and it’s easy to get completely exhausted. Yet when you neglect yourself, you’re unable to give your all to others. You lose energy, motivation and enthusiasm. Self-help is important…