A few years ago my husband and I were out to dinner in Florida and we had the most delicious salad of fresh greens and fruit with a balsamic vinegar glaze. It was amazing. I couldn't get enough of the delicious balsamic vinegar glaze. A few weeks ago, I ordered a grilled chicken salad and there […]
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How to Wash Pillows
How to wash pillows is my Quick Tip for you this week. From my research on line, it's not really hard to wash pillows but for some reason we all neglect to throw the pillows into the washing machine every now and then. I'm always thinking they're going to fall apart and not be the […]
Kolache Cookies
Do you remember the post I shared with you a few weeks ago about the cookies and punch reception we had for our daughter's wedding? It was right after the church ceremony and it was for everyone who came to the church but for some reason or another weren't able to join us for the […]
Easy Tape Dispenser
Starting a new post here on the BLOG this week. I'm calling it Quick Tip Thursday. Cute, huh? I love finding ideas or tips that I know will make my life easier and I thought why not pass these quick tips on to YOU! I really hope my hubby reads this post because we need […]
Ground Beef...Kitchen Tip
Ground beef is a staple in most kitchens these days. It's not only economical but can be used in many recipes that your family will love. Let's spend some time today going over a few Kitchen Tips on how to freeze, defrost and then brown ground beef. Don't freeze ground beef in the original packaging... […]
Storing Strawberries Kitchen Tip
Today I'm sharing with you a great cooking tip for storing strawberries. You come home from the grocery store or farmer's market with strawberries. They look amazing. You've eaten a few, but want to save the rest for a special recipe in a few days. What's the BEST way to store strawberries? Let's find out! […]
Bacon Wrapped Cheese Jalapenos
Bacon Wrapped Cheese Jalapenos are the perfect appetizer for your next party! You're going to love the cream cheese filling, not to mention the bacon wrapped around each jalapeno. Check out even more Easy Appetizers you can prepare for your loved ones and friends! Bacon-Wrapped Cheese Jalapeños are guaranteed to be a hit at your […]
Psalms 113:2 - The Mourner's Kaddish
Psalms 113 - The Mourner's Kaddish is featured this week for our Scripture Sunday. "Blessed be the name of the Lord from this time forth and for evermore." If you read my blog earlier this week, you know that my sister-in-law, Beth, passed away suddenly. On Monday, we attended her funeral and burial. Beth was […]
A Wedding and a Funeral
I know it's a strange title for a post, A Wedding and a Funeral, but that really did happen for us recently. When you finish reading, please read about Brain Aneurysm Symptoms. It's important to understand exactly what happens and the different symptoms people can experience. A Wedding and a Funeral sounds like the […]
Fabulous Friday Favorites #13
A phone call that changed everything - what to do when something tragic happens to your family. My sister-in-law's brain aneurysm story. Please read my post on Brain Aneurysm Symptoms for further information on my family's journey. Last Friday, our son had his senior prom. This is the photo that appeared in our local newspaper. […]
How to Make a Family Cookbook
Family Cookbook Ideas - here are a few ways to create a family cookbook to give to your daughter or other family members. This project works nicely with the Kitchen Art from Old Family Recipe Cards project I created a few years ago. They're both a beautiful way to save and collect family favorite recipes […]
Wedding Dress Bridal Shower Cupcakes
Bridal Shower Cupcakes in the shape of a Wedding Dress are the perfect alternative to a cake for bridal showers and even birthday parties for little girls. Easy to make and oh so delicious too! Make sure you check out my special gift to Olivia which was a family recipe album with all her favorite […]
Bridal Shower Memory Jar
How to create a Bridal Shower Memory Jar where guests can write encouraging notes to both the bride and groom. Bridal Shower Memory Jar Our daughter is getting married in two months. It's still hard to believe, but having her bridal shower two weeks ago made it real...our little girl is really getting married! I took the […]
Valentine's Day Sweetheart Dessert
If you're looking for an easy Valentine's Day Recipe to make, look no further than this easy-to-make Sweetheart Dessert. This recipe is a simple no-bake dessert that uses packaged pound cake and strawberries layered on a bamboo skewer with a drizzle of melted chocolate. This recipe uses prepackaged pound cake, but you can make […]
Kitchen Scraper...Kitchen Tool Spotlight
This week it's all about the kitchen scaper in our Kitchen Tool Spotlight post. This post contains affiliate links. Your cost is the same, but I earn a commission when you shop through them. Your purchase helps support this site and the fun things I share. For more information, click here. There are several types of tools that […]
Easy Tips for Organizing Jewelry
Here's a question for you; how do you store your jewelry? Are you still using a jewelry box or maybe you have everything neatly organized in a drawer in your dresser. I will admit to having a jewelry box on top of my dresser. It holds my real gold necklaces. But I also […]
Ten Uses for Baking Soda
Our Kitchen Tip this week is all about Baking Soda. It's more than just a box that sits in your refrigerator and it's more than just a teaspoon to add to a recipe. Here are a few more ways you can incorporate baking soda around your house... Keep Cut Flowers Longer: A teaspoon of baking […]
My Memories from 2014
Today is New Year's Eve and what better way to begin the new year than by first taking a few minutes to look back over the year of 2014. It was quite a year for myself personally and professionally. My blog has grown and so has my Facebook page but more importantly, I'm still enjoying […]
Hamburgers with Homemade Mushroom Gravy
Craving a burger with a little something extra? These Hamburgers with Mushroom Gravy are the answer! It's an easy recipe that delivers big on flavor. Plus, it's a great way to get those who "don't like mushrooms" to actually enjoy them! The juicy burgers are cooked in a cast-iron skillet and then smothered in a […]
Softening Butter Quickly...Kitchen Tip
This week I have another great Kitchen Tip to share with you...one I use and LOVE because it really works! We've all been there. You're ready to bake cookies and have all the ingredients ready to go into the mixer and you suddenly realize you forgot to take the butter out of the refrigerator so […]
Thanksgiving Recap 2014
I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving. I meant to get this post up yesterday, but I was quite busy catching up with my other blogging work. Here are a few photos of our Thanksgiving with my family. We were so happy to host and I was so happy that my Colonel was home […]
Homemade Pumpkin Puree
This week's Kitchen Tip is all about pumpkins and how to make your own pumpkin puree. Usually when we're ready to start baking any pumpkin recipe, we reach for a can of pumpkin puree in our pantries. But have you thought to make it yourself? It's easy...all you need is a sugar pumpkin which you […]
15 Delicious Crock Pot Recipes
15 Delicious Crock Pot Recipes to help you get dinner on the table for your busy family. Everyone will love these Family Favorite Crock Pot Recipes and you'll love how easy it is to get dinner on the table when you have it cooking in your crock pot all day. Who doesn't love their crock […]
Isaiah 12:2
For today's Scripture Sunday post, I'm sharing a photo from a photographer friend of mine. She has given me permission to use some photos over the next few weeks and edit them with scripture. Suzanne Transue Photography takes beautiful photos and we have used her a few times for family photos […]
Kitchen Tool Spotlight: Kitchen Chopper
Today I'm sharing with you another great kitchen tool in our Kitchen Tool Spotlight with this Mix and Chop Tool. This post contains affiliate links. Your cost is the same, but I earn a commission when you shop through them. Your purchase helps support this site and the fun things I share. For more information, click here. I […]
Visit Bethlehem, PA with Me
Today I want to take you on a little trip with me to Bethlehem, PA. Bethlehem lies in the center of the Lehigh Valley; a 45 minute drive from our house. In June, my husband and I celebrated our 27th wedding anniversary and we spent the day walking around this cute town and had lunch […]
Jeremiah 32:17
I took this photo a few weeks ago and it just seemed as if the sunflowers in our garden were trying to reach heaven. Beautiful. Enjoy your Sunday!
Tuscan Roma Pizza
Tuscan Roma Pizza is featured this week along with my friend Jenny as a guest contributor. Homemade Garlic Sauce and homemade pizza dough come together in a delicious recipe your family is going to love. Don't forget to serve Homemade Pizza Dipping Sauces on the side! If you're a follower of mine on Facebook, then you'll […]
Long Island Broiled Oysters
Today I'm excited to share with you a few of my favorite bloggers and am very happy to be able to call them friends! We may not have met in person, but we do have relationships through our blogs, foodie parties and of course our Facebook pages.Over the next few weeks, I will be highlighting […]
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Dinner is ready fast with this easy recipe for Chicken Tortilla Soup made with tender shredded chicken and combined with tomatoes, beans and green peppers. Top the soup with tortilla chips, cheddar cheese and sour cream for a very hearty and delicious recipe! Looking for more soup recipes? Check out all my family's favorites in Best […]
Memorial Day 2014
Memorial Day 2014. Do you have any plans with your family and friends this year? I hope you have a fun enjoyable day and please take some time to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for all of us.
Mother's Day Brunch Table Settings
Easy tips for Mother's Day Brunch Table Settings with a mix of old and new plates, glasses and more from two generations. Today I'm going to share with you some photos from our Mother/Daughter Brunch at church last Saturday. Our Pastor's wife, Kelly, asked a few ladies to coordinate the Mother's Day […]
Pancake Pen for Fun Breakfast Messages
Today starts a new category on the BLOG with our Kitchen Tool Spotlight. Whenever I find a new kitchen tool that really works and helps me out I will share it with you. So for our very first Kitchen Tool Spotlight, we have this Pancake Pen. This post contains […]
Cinco de Mayo Menu Ideas
Happy Cinco de Mayo Day! Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, has evolved into a HUGE celebration of Mexican culture and heritage here in the United States. Traditions include parades, mariachi musical performances and street festivals in cities and towns across Mexico and the United States. In Mexico, it's a relatively minor holiday, […]
Welcome Home Colonel
What a wonderful two weeks we have had here at home... My Colonel is finally home from almost a year long tour of Afghanistan... Our girl with her dad... My mom hugging the Colonel and a few of our neighbors... Gathered around our welcome home sign that we have used THREE times now... Perfect... I'll […]
Psalm 90:14
Scripture Sunday...
Brie Filled Phyllo Cups
You're going to love easy this recipe for Brie Filled Phyllo Cups comes together and your family is going to love how delicious they are! Explore the other Easy Appetizers available that you can prepare for your family and friends. Every now and then you need a recipe that is quick, easy and most importantly impressive. […]
Pasta with Vodka Sauce; minus the vodka
A few weeks ago I set out to make a recipe that I love...Pasta with Vodka Sauce. BUT, I didn't want to include the vodka in the sauce. Yes, I know the alcohol cooks off and you're left with only the flavor of the vodka. But, purchasing vodka is out of the question, for me. […]
Pork Won Tons Appetizer
They weren't very hard to make at all! I was so happy with how these pork won tons came out and my husband loved them. They made for a fun light dinner one night and I've made them as appetizers for company. Check out even more Easy Appetizers you can prepare for your loved ones […]
How to Prevent a Pot from Boiling Over...
This week's tip is an easy one, but one I was always forgetting to do.... The next time you're boiling pasta or potatoes or anything in a pot that usually has a tendency to boil over and make a mess on your stove, just place a wooden spoon directly across the top of the pot. […]
Bacon Wrapped Stuffing Bites
I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving. Have you been enjoying the leftovers? Here's a great idea for when you have leftover stuffing/dressing. Turn the stuffing into delicious Bacon Wrapped Stuffing Bites! Ingredients: Leftover stuffing/dressing Bacon slices Directions: Spoon the leftover stuffing in a muffin tin and place in the freezer until frozen, about […]
Gingerbread Houses
The last two times we hosted Thanksgiving here at our house we did a fun activity with everyone. After the main meal was complete, my Colonel and I pulled out some pre-made gingerbread houses and everyone went about decorating them. They're easy to do...nothing fancy, just use graham crackers, store-bought icing and tons of CANDY. […]
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