When I'm not blogging or baking brownies or doing laundry or fixing supper for my man, I'm writing. Freelance writing to be exact. I've been a freelance writer for a couple years now. I've worked with magazines, colleges, newspapers, and the like. Currently, I am freelance writing for a newspaper -- in charge of their features section every week -- and a quarterly magazine. When I tell people I'm a freelance writer, usually everyone thinks it's so cool. And that's because it is. I get to work from home, make my own schedule, use my degree, and do the thing I love doing -- write -- all the Continue Reading
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for Mom
Mother. Mommy. Mama. Mom. Ma. Mum. Whatever you call her, she deserves a day just for her. After all, she did give birth to you ... and changed your diaper ... and fed you ... and put up with your rebellious teen years ... That's what Mother's Day is for! But sometimes, finding a way to truly celebrate your mom and show her how special she is to you can be difficult. I've gathered several ideas for you, hopefully some you may not have thought of! Whether you use one of these ideas or something else, just be sure to show your appreciation to such a special lady! Check Out These Continue Reading
St. Patty’s Puddin’ Parfaits
St. Patrick's Day isn't a holiday I've ever celebrated. But when it means eating green Oreos and pudding, I'm happy to start! These little cups of goodness are such a yummy dessert perfect for this Irish holiday. Here's what you'll need: Oreos (regular or mint) Vanilla pudding Green food coloring Whipped cream Shamrock or green sprinkles Crush up the Oreos in a Ziploc bag. You can use Mint Oreos if you want a mint flavor. Make the pudding like normal using milk. Add in green food coloring. I let the pudding set up in the refrigerator. Using small glasses, layer the Oreos, Continue Reading
Thin Mint Truffles
Girl Scout Cookies. Who doesn't love them? My absolute favorite are thin mints! Yum yum yum! But what about when you run out of the all the boxes you bought?! I know, it's a scary thought. But there is a solution! You can make these thin mint truffles. The great thing about these truffles is you can just keep popping them in your mouth! I'll say it again: Yum yum yum! And it's just in time for the month of green! Here's what you'll need: Keebler Grasshopper mint chocolate cookies Cream cheese Almond bark Green food coloring Start by crushing up all the cookies in a food Continue Reading
How to Prevent Illness in Your Home
"I think I might be getting sick," my husband said to me, just two days before Valentine's Day. It would be our first Valentine's Day together -- physically together on a date. The first Valentine's Day when we were "talking" and interested in each other was on a Monday and I had a night class. We couldn't go out. The second one, we were broke up. :( And last year, he was living in Georgia while I was living in Indiana. So when I heard him say he might be getting sick, I was not about to let that happen. We were going on this date! The next morning, I went into prevent-sickness Continue Reading
Sweetie Pies
Valentine's Day is upon us folks. This will be my first one with a husband. But whether you are married or single, you can still celebrate with a yummy treat! You can make these for your family to enjoy, for dessert during a romantic home-cooked meal, to devour all by yourself while crying during your favorite chick flick, to take to a party or to give as a thank you gift to people in your community. Whatever floats your boat! First of all, don't you just love their name? Sweetie Pies are sweet and made of pie dough so the name really does fit and is perfect for this holiday. Here's Continue Reading
Raspberry Shortbread Valentine Cookies
Looking for a delicious cookie to make for Valentine's Day? You know what they say -- the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. Travis and I both thought these cookies were delicious! Here's what you'll need: Butter (make sure it is softened!) Sugar Brown sugar Flour Salt Raspberry preserves (or jam) Powdered sugar Heavy whipping cream Start by creaming together the butter, sugar and brown sugar. Then, mix in the flour and salt until a soft dough forms. Roll out your dough. Be sure to flour the surface and the rolling pin. I needed lots of extra Continue Reading
Holiday Roundup: Munchies
It's my final holiday roundup! Today, I'm sharing lots of recipes for snacks and munchies to enjoy at: parties, game nights, movie nights, and get-togethers. These snacks are great for munching on while traveling or you can even bottle them up and give them as gifts! So many options ... and so many snacks! Let's recap the yummy munchies I've shared with you. Garlic Ranch Pretzels Goldfish Snack Mix Crock Pot Chex Mix Ranch Oyster Crackers Those were all delicious! Travis has already been asking me to make more. But there are tons of other yummy snacks too. Here are some recipes from Continue Reading
Holiday Roundup: Cookies
Christmas Day might be over, but I know there are lots of us who still have Christmas celebrations to attend. Plus, New Year's Eve is right around the corner! I've complied a list of all kinds of holiday cookie recipes, so you'll never run out of ideas! Be sure to pin it for next year too! Let's start with a recap of the cookie recipes I've shared. Grasshoppers Swirl Butter Cookies Surprise Brownies Christmas Stars Snowflake Oreos Have you seen the other cookie recipes I've made? They turned out fantastic! Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Mint Chocolate Continue Reading
Holiday Munchies: Ranch Oyster Crackers
The Holiday Munchies series is coming to an end. But before it's over, I have one more snack to share! Ranch Oyster Crackers are perfect as a snack during game nights with family, as an alternative to popcorn during movie night or even as an treat during a New Year's Eve party. Here's what you'll need: Oyster crackers Dry ranch mix Olive oil Garlic powder Dill weed Start by mixing the olive oil with the seasonings in a large bowl. Pour in the oyster crackers and stir until the mixture has covered the crackers. Pour the crackers onto a rimmed baking sheet. Bake at 250 degrees Continue Reading
Holiday Cookies: Snowflake Oreos
Our holiday cookies series is coming to an end. Have you tried any of my cookie recipes? My favorite recipe is Swirl Butter Cookies -- I could eat those all day! Today, I'm sharing Snowflake Oreos! These cookies are so easy, probably because half the cookie is already made thanks to Nabisco. Here's what you'll need: Oreos White chocolate chips Decorating Gel Begin by melting the chocolate chips in the microwave at 15 second intervals. Stir between each heating until the chocolate is completely melted. It usually take one minute, but you have to do it in intervals or the chocolate Continue Reading
Crock Pot Chex Mix
One of my all time favorite snacks to munch on is chex mix. Homemade chex mix is the best. I remember sitting in a big recliner chair at my great grandma's with a giant tub of her homemade chex mix in my lap. I sat there munching away while the adults played a game -- and it was pure happiness. I'm using a crock pot for this recipe, so hopefully it will be even easier! Here's what you'll need: Corn Chex cereal Rice Chex cereal Wheat Chex cereal Pretzel sticks Peanuts Cheerios Butter Worcestershire sauce Garlic powder Onion powder Pour all the cereals, pretzels Continue Reading
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