Oh, those miserable colds. Stuffy head, clogged or runny nose, and just overall crummy feeling. There are many remedies to help one find relief from the common cold. A hot toddy is the newest one in my arsenal.
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Broccoli Grape Pasta Salad
What a flavor combination! Tender bow tie pasta, red grapes and fresh broccoli are tossed together in a creamy and slightly tangy dressing. Broccoli grape pasta salad, topped with toasted pecans and crisp bacon is tasty and colorful. A perfect side dish, lunch entrée or even for dinner.Continue Reading
Christmas Comfort
The holidays can be hard. But God is reaching out to us offering comfort. Sharing a short devotional that offers hope and encouragement for Christmas comfort.Continue Reading
Cookie Dough Gifts
Need a last minute gift that your recipient will really appreciate? Whip up a batch of cookie dough, wrap it in festive paper, add a tag and you have a gift that no one will want to return.
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Christmas Nativity
The Christmas Story. The real reason for the season. Want to teach the little ones in your life about the birth of Jesus? Grab our FREE Christmas Nativity printable and plan a few moments to snuggle together with your kiddos this holiday season.Continue Reading
Oreo Cookie Balls
You don’t like rich, dark chocolate cookie with little minty pieces slowly melting in your mouth with each bite, do you. I didn’t think so 😉 But if you just happen to love decadent sweetness, you might want to make a batch of Oreo cookie balls.Continue Reading
Christmas I SPY
One-on-one time with the kids during the busy days of December is much appreciated by both the adult and the child. Make some hot chocolate, with marshmallows of course, and cozy up with the kiddos in your life to search and find with a fun Christmas I SPY game.Continue Reading
Cherry Pineapple Cabana Cake
You are probably familiar with dump cakes. Though the title doesn’t sound appealing, the cakes are amazingly delicious. Cherry pineapple cabana cake is a very easy dump cake with a sprinkling of coconut on the top that turns toasty while baking giving a wonderful tropical flavor.
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Thanksgiving Devotional
Along with the gathering of family and friends around a bountiful table of food and conversation, many take this opportunity to remember their blessings. This short Thanksgiving devotional with Bible verses and tips for giving thanks this day and the year through is a good place to start.
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Christmas Ornaments
I recently shared a post of 10 adorable crochet Christmas ornaments all with free patterns. But for those of you that do not crochet but still like to craft and create, I have gathered a collection of lovely ideas for easy-to-make, non-yarn related Christmas ornaments.Continue Reading
Frosted Apricot Cranberry Bread
Do you need to take along something special to a Thanksgiving dinner you are attending? Or want something delicious to serve if you are hosting at home? Bake a loaf of frosted apricot cranberry bread. It is a quick bread and just perfect alongside the turkey and all the trimmings.Continue Reading
Most Requested
Oh, the busy Christmas and holiday season is nearly upon us. To avoid added stress, I do most of my shopping online. With the help of some very helpful, in-the-know folks, I’ve created shopping guides of Most Requested gift suggestions sure to please everyone on your gift-giving list.Continue Reading
Thanksgiving Desserts
As bountiful is the traditional Thanksgiving table with the roasted turkey taking center stage, and an array of savory side dishes playing their supporting role, we still anxiously await the finale of this abundant meal. No matter how stuffed we are, those Thanksgiving desserts are nearly impossible to resist!Continue Reading
Thanksgiving Tablescape
Can you create an inviting and elegant Thanksgiving tablescape using disposable items? Absolutely yes! Save a lot of time, extra work and most important of all, enjoy your family and guests. Continue Reading
Cream Cheese Bread
Oh, my. A slice of cream cheese bread with your morning coffee is a really nice way to start the day. Each bite of the light and fluffy sweet bread with its creamy sweet cheese filling inside is delightful. Good thing it makes a large loaf (or two smaller loaves) with plenty to share!Continue Reading
Crochet Christmas Ornaments
It’s coming! Yup, you may already be thinking about the holidays. That’s why I am sharing now so you can make a few (or a lot) of quick and easy projects. Take a peek at these sweet crochet Christmas ornaments and garland. And they all have a link to the free pattern!
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