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Ideas for Decorating with Red Plaid for Christmas and Winter
Name one thing that just screams Christmas for you. Come on, can you think of one thing? For me it's Red Plaid or better known as Christmas Red Plaid. I have loved it for many years. My husband actually got me started on my love for plaid when we were first married. And I'm slowly […]
Kitchen Tools and Farmhouse Decor
I thought for this week's Thursday's Tip I would share with you a fun round up of Kitchen Essentials that are not only functional but beautiful. Yes beautiful. Hey, if we have to be in the kitchen, we might as well surround ourselves with beautiful items. If you've been following my blog for […]
How to Decorate for Fall without Spending a lot of Money
Decorating for Fall while on a budget and without spending a lot of money is possible! Follow these simple tips and your house will look beautiful and your bank account will thank you! Decorating for Fall on a Budget I work with a lot of bloggers and this time of year can be a bit […]
Our Budget Friendly Home Office Remodel
Where do you spend most of your time every day? For me, it's this room in the photos on the blog today. These are the before photos as we have started the process to remodel our home office.When we set this current system up 10 years ago it was to accommodate our kids and our […]
What you Should do When You Visit Amish Country
What you should do when you visit Amish Country in Lancaster, PA! What to do when you visit Lancaster, PA - Amish Country On Saturday my husband and I took a little trip. Some place we've been before, actually, quite a few times. Just under two hours from our house is Lancaster, PA or Amish […]
A Well-Stocked Kitchen
This week's Thursday's Tip is all about the items you need to keep your freezer, fridge and pantry well-stocked! What's in your pantry? What do you like to keep on hand in your kitchen so you can have dinner on the table every night for your family? This week's Thursday's Tip is all about […]
How to Bring Farmhouse Love of Decor to the Master Bedroom
Today I'm going to share with you how to bring Farmhouse Love of Decor and tips on painting over dark colored walls with our master bedroom makeover project. Farmhouse Decor for the Master Bedroom Our master bedroom has been painted RED for over 11 years now. Today I'm finally sharing with you a few tips […]
How to Play Pokemon Go with the Best Tips on Winning
Everything you wanted to know about Pokemon Go! Are you playing Pokemon Go? Or are you like me and don't even know what the game is all about? I remember Pokemon being a trading card game and then a video game that became popular when my children were little. I was just as surprised as […]
Easy and Inexpensive Patriotic Table Centerpiece
An easy and inexpensive patriotic table centerpiece that's pretty enough to leave up all summer long. It's especially lovely at night with the candles lit and flickering as the sun goes down. After you put your 4th of July Foods list and menu together, let me show you how to make this really cute centerpiece. […]
5 Easy Ways to Add Farmhouse Style to your Home Decor
What is your favorite way to decorate your home? If you've been reading my blog for any time now, you'll know how much I love farmhouse style. I love to fill our home with items that mean something to me and of course I have slowly been adding new pieces that incorporate the farmhouse style […]
Home is Where the Heart is Photo Frame Project
A great and easy photo frame project to make for family members when they're moving away! Do you have all your immediate family living near you? We did until February when our daughter and her husband moved to Portland, Oregon. This week's Thursday's Tip is an easy photo frame project to put together […]
Chicken Stuffed with Mozzarella Cheese,Tomato Pesto and Spinach
You can have dinner on the table fast tonight with this easy recipe for Chicken Stuffed with Mozzarella Cheese, Tomato Pesto and Spinach. This recipe makes an impressive meal for your family and friends. Do you ever get tired of eating chicken? I have to admit, I do. But I found a recipe and made it for […]
How to Grate Your Own Cheese
This week's Thursday's Tip is How to Grate your own Cheese. We all know that pre-packaged cheese contains additives like potato starch or even cellulose to keep the pieces from clumping, and other additives to keep the whole thing from getting moldy. But why put all that in your delicious recipes when […]
Delicious Dishes Recipe Party Favorites
Welcome back to our Delicious Dishes Recipe Party #10. We're happy you're joining us again this week! We are officially in double digits with our party as this week is party #10! We hope you are having as much fun as we are with the party and finding tons of delicious dishes to make for […]
Shredded Chicken made in the Crock Pot
The foolproof way to cook chicken for shredded chicken recipes is to use the crock pot! With just a few simple steps, you can transform chicken into succulent, easily-shredded chicken ready to star in tacos, sandwiches, soups, and so much more. Check out all the other Family Favorite Chicken Recipes you can use with this […]
Menu Plan Monday - Game Day Snacks and Recipes
Which team are you cheering for this weekend? More importantly, what snacks do you plan on making for the BIG GAME? We're taking a break from our regular Menu Plan Monday this week and sharing the perfect snacks and recipes that you can make for your family and friends this coming Sunday. We will be […]
What YOU Should Clean Every Day to Keep Your House Organized
In this week's Thursday's Tip I'm going to list for you the five things you should clean every day to keep your house organized so it's always ready for unexpected guests, but more importantly, will help you live a stress-free life. Would you be able to welcome unexpected guests into your house knowing everything was organized […]
Christmas Eve with My Department 56 Village Display
Come see how I decorate our home for Christmas with our Department 56 Village Collection. Department 56 Village Collection For the past few years I have been sharing with you my Department 56 Village collection on Christmas Eve. This post has now officially become a tradition here on Walking on Sunshine. AND if you know me […]
How to Make your Christmas Tree Last Longer - Thursday's Tip
Do you have a real or fake Christmas Tree? For our family, we have a fake Christmas tree. BUT there was a time when we would go to the Christmas tree farm and cut one down...every year...until 10 years ago when my hubby was sent overseas and life in the military made it […]
How to Create a Family Wall of Photos
Transforming blank walls into heartfelt tributes, today's blog post on Family Picture Wall Ideas, offers a creative canvas for showcasing cherished memories and creating a sense of warmth and belonging within your home. Few decor choices are as personal as the classic family photo wall. It’s a showcase of cherished moments, a conversation starter, and […]
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! […]
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 […]
What to Serve for a Bridal Shower Luncheon
Bridal Shower Luncheon Menu consisting of cucumber sandwiches, mason jar pudding desserts and cookies all made by myself and my family for my daughter Olivia's bridal shower. Make sure you check out my special gift to Olivia which was a family recipe album with all her favorite recipes. Bridal Shower Luncheon What do you serve for […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Favorite Pumpkin Recipes to Celebrate Fall
12 Delicious Favorite Pumpkin Recipes to celebrate the Fall Season! 12 Favorite Pumpkin Recipes If you're like me, you wait all year to enjoy the deliciousness of pumpkin. Why is that? Why can't we have pumpkin pie or pumpkin bread in the summer? Here are 12 favorite pumpkin recipes that I put together that I […]
Apple Crisp - Easy, Delicious and Perfect for Fall!
Craving a delicious dessert but short on time? This easy apple crisp recipe is the answer! With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can have a warm, comforting treat that's perfect for any occasion. Make sure you serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an […]
Puff Pastry Apple Tart
If baking with pie dough intimidates you, you're going to love how easy this Puff Pastry Apple Tart is that doesn't use traditional pie crust dough. Instead I layer thin apple slices combined with a cinnamon/sugar mixture on top of a single sheet of puff pastry. This puff pastry recipe will defintely impress your family […]
Memorial Day 2013
Memorial Day...the start of summer and the BBQ season. But first let's remember why we can celebrate and have fun with our family and friends. Something our family does before we sit down to eat or head out for fun is read The Gettysburg Address. This year we're not doing anything special. My Colonel was […]
Skinny Taste Chicken Stuffed with Spinach and Ricotta Cheese
Looking for a delicious, lightened-up chicken recipe that doesn’t skimp on flavor? This Skinnytaste-Style Baked Chicken is the perfect combination of crispy, cheesy, and juicy—all while keeping things simple and wholesome. With a golden, crunchy coating and gooey melted cheese on top, this dish is a family favorite that feels indulgent but fits right into […]
Snicker's Popcorn
Here is a recipe for SNICKERS POPCORN that I made for last year to give as little gifts to our guests as they were leaving on Thanksgiving Day. It was DELICIOUS... Ingredients: 8 quarts of air popped popcorn (about 2 cups of kernels) 1 cup butter 2 cups light brown sugar, packed 1 tsp. salt ½ cup […]
Chocolate Covered FROZEN Bananas
Chocolate Covered Frozen Bananas are the perfect treat for when you're watching what you eat but still need something sweet at the end of a long day. Something happens when you freeze fruit...they really do taste almost like ice cream. Add melted chocolate and peanut butter and you have another easy dessert recipe for the […]
Silver Anniversary
Today is a special day. 25 years ago TODAY the Colonel and I were married. It seems hard to believe it's been that long since the Colonel still makes me feel like a teenager... My father had the following picture on his desk all these years. It's one of my favorites because it shows the […]
Mother's Day
19 years ago I celebrated my very first Mother's Day. I still remember how nervous I was getting myself ready for church that morning; not to mention getting Olivia ready. Over the years I have come to LOVE Mother's Day. I love spending the time with my children and especially my Colonel; they always […]
I Am Thankful
I am thankful for: The mess to clean up after a party because it means I have been surrounded by friends. The taxes I pay because it means that I'm employed, well the Colonel is! My shadow who watches me work because it means I am out in the sunshine. The […]
Does Your Campground Have a BC?
Something VERY funny. The story is told of a lady who was rather old-fashioned, always quite delicate and elegant, especially in her language. She and her husband were planning a week's vacation in Florida, so she wrote to a particular campground asking for a reservation. She wanted to make sure the […]
Deck the Halls...
Today I am joining Susan at Thoughts From Over the Rainbow for her Deck the Halls Party and sharing with you my Christmas Department 56 Village Collection. I have seven lighted houses. I love each house, but especially the "Apple Valley Schoolhouse." When Olivia was just 5 years old, the Colonel took her shopping and had […]
