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Advent Roundup
I've always loved Advent - the celebration of beginnings, but more the purposeful, intentional leaning into the Manager and the Savior. Why it takes Christmas to beckon my heart to pause, I have no idea. I didn't grow up in a home that did Advent as a "thing." We...
Slow Cooker Fajita Deer Stew
For those with someone headed to the deer woods this weekend this Slow Cooker Fajita Deer Stew is the perfect recipe for the upcoming cool winter evenings. It’s a make-ahead meal to you take camping or send back to the deer lease. I loved that I pulled the meat out of...
Pear Butter with Papa’s Pears
As a little girl, I loved going to visit my Papa. His house and the land around it were always an adventure for me. I knew as soon as I jumped out of the car, we could adventure and wander anywhere we wanted. Now don’t go getting the wrong idea, I’ve always loved an...
Dollar Store Charcuterie Snacking Tray
This Dollar Store Charcuterie is the easiest way to add a snacking plate to your holiday gatherings. Charcuterie boards have elevated all our snacks. But putting out beautiful food on a beautiful board doesn’t have to be complicated, or expensive. I LOVE SNACKS....
Halloween Party Menu
I'm not sure why I love a Halloween party, but I do and these fun and festive menu ideas will help you celebrate the holiday without being too spooky. If you are looking for a family-friendly Halloween party menu then keep on scrolling. I've got a line up of some fun...
FAQ on the pink stuff for Breast Cancer
This month I've been serving as a VIPinks Ambassador for the American Cancer Society. So, I thought I'd take a pause and share with you some valuable information about the American Cancer Society and more specifically breast cancer. 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with...
Easy, Buttery Apple Dumplings
These Easy, Buttery Apple Dumplings, made with a can of Mountain Dew, are the perfect fall treat. We had them recently to celebrate during our big boy party (read, potty training), but they were quickly requested for our Halloween festivities coming up later this...
Dollar Store Creative Halloween Costumes
These dollar store kids costumes ideas are super creative, but not expensive. Growing up, we always dressed up for Halloween and my mom was in charge of our fall festival at church. It was always a big deal for us to dress up and my super creative mom helped us pull...
Crocktober Roundup
Today in honor of my dad, I thought I would do a fun blog round up and pull together my top Slow Cooker recipes to celebrate Crocktober. I love using my slow cooker for anything from soup, to making weeknight dinners, canning, and even a breakfast now and again. For...
Ouachita Homecoming Snack Mix
Today is Homecoming at my beloved Ouachita. And this year looks a little different. Usually, by now I’ve picked out the perfect picture worthy outfits and bought my Tiger Tunes and football game tickets. But, none of those things are happening this year. But, it’s...
Orange Honey Dijon Rustic Chicken Sheet Pan Meal
I developed this Orange Honey Dijon Rustic Chicken Sheet Pan Meal for our Epic Yellowstone Family Road Trip and it's pretty much going to be making a monthly appearance on our meal plans and probably at family holiday gatherings this fall and winter. This meal is...
How small businesses can participate in Operation Christmas Child
I love Operation Christmas Child and this time of year, our family is counting our year-round collection of OCC shoebox supplies. I was recently asked by a small business how they could use their customers to gather and pack boxes for Operation Christmas Child. So I...
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