Designing Easter Baskets
My memories of Easter as a child are that of church and celebrating the risen Christ, a big Sunday dinner with family, a beautiful Easter dress sewn by my Mother, coloring Easter eggs, the Easter egg...
View Article50 Of The Best Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Men
Men are hard to buy for–period!! I should know, I have three men in my life. And when it comes to filling their stockings for Christmas morning, well, it can be a challenge! I know, I should probably...
View ArticleBlack Friday Survival Tips
OK ladies, start your engines! We have the biggest shopping day ahead of us and we need to do a little prep work! Black Friday has evolved a bit to include what I think should be called Grey Thursday,...
View ArticleThe Easiest and Tastiest Dairy-free Smoothie Recipe
When I’m rushing out the door for work, I whip up this foolproof smoothie in just a couple minutes. There are many, many smoothie recipes on the internet, but this is my go-to recipe since it uses...
View ArticleDIY Dry Spice Mixes to Give as Gifts for Christmas
When I make my homemade spaghetti sauce, I add a mix of spices such as garlic powder, marjoram, oregano, basil, a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat, and of a wee bit of sugar to cut the tartness of...
View ArticleQuick and Easy Barbecue in a Crock Pot
I lived in the South for many years, and raised by a mom native to Tennessee, so I’ve had my fair share of delicious BBQ. BBQ purists may not approve of my method, but it has a few things going for...
View ArticleThe Real Key to Weight Loss
Here Is the Real Key to Weight Loss (Hint: It’s Not Diet or Exercise) What if just by making one change in your habits, you could double your weight loss? It may sound too good to be true, but many...
View ArticleMy Thrift Store Challenge for the New Year!
This year I decided to forego the temptation of ringing in the New Year with a lot of resolutions that I know I will never keep! I’m all bark and no bite! I did, however, challenge myself to become a...
View ArticleBirthday and Special Occasion Gift Logs – Organize Your New Year
I spend a big part of my time in January getting organized for the year ahead. It may take a little time upfront, but it’s well worth the investment of time to keep me well organized and on top of...
View ArticleHow to Update Old Bedroom Furniture Using Paint and Paintable Wallpaper Border
So…I’m in the mood again to change something up! I’m in that plotting and planning mode that drives my hubby crazy!! This time? The master bedroom–again! A little history first. My husband and I bought...
View ArticleThe Best Sources of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
I’ve been sick at home for the last couple of days. Now before you go feeling sorry for me, don’t…it could be a lot worse. I have friends and coworkers who have the same virus, and have been coughing...
View ArticleWindow Dressings for Your Guest Bedroom–Sheers and Flower Lights
As you know, I redesigned my son’s old bedroom into a beautiful guest room with a few added feminine touches for my new daughter-in-law. There were mini-blinds on the window, but I wanted to warm the...
View Article20 Easter Basket Ideas
My memories of Easter are that of decorating eggs, beautiful Easter baskets filled with goodies, a new dress made by my Mother for Church services and Sunday dinner with family. Those same traditions I...
View ArticleSt. Patrick’s Day History and Party Ideas
Do you know why we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? St. Patrick’s Day or St. Patty’s Day is a national holiday of Ireland and is celebrated as a Christian feast day or festival by the Catholic Church of...
View ArticleEasy Homemade Worcestershire Sauce
Worcestershire Sauce. Besides being challenging to spell (quick, close your eyes and try to spell it without looking!), I categorize this sauce with brown sugar and baking powder; I thought it was one...
View ArticleHam and Swiss Cheese Hawaiian Roll Sliders
Last summer, I hosted a wedding shower for my first daughter-in-law. Being the mom of three boys, this was something that I’ve waited for a long time to do, specifically 29 years! I wanted the event to...
View ArticleMake Your Own Television Riser and Save Money
My son recently married and blessed me with my new daughter-in-law. Since they live in Ecuador, you can imagine how excited I was to find out they were coming for an extended stay. Time to turn my...
View ArticleClassy Outfits for Work from Thrift Store Finds
On the left, you’ll see an expensive outfit pieced together using Polyvore at $1414. On the right, our version using thrift store finds, at only $24.49. This is the first in a series that Geri and I...
View ArticleSmall Bathroom Remodel for Bad Knees & Hips
Changes are inevitable, and we are in the middle of a few! My husband has retired, my older son is living out of the country indefinitely and my youngest son is finding his own path. I am feeling...
View Article20 Easter Basket Alternatives and Ideas
Are you looking for some new ideas for Easter Baskets this year? Whether you are traditional or want to shake things up a bit, we have put together 20 Easter Basket Alternatives and Ideas that will...
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