Another holiday was survived by this family, though it was not without its sadness. Though Grandma was not always around for the holidays, being in her home without her was difficult. The kids held up rather well, even when her gift was unveiled. You see, before she had her surgery, … Continue reading
There is a large debate over which is truly better; real books or e-books. I honestly can’t take a side as I love them both, and for different reasons. First of all I don’t think paper books are going anywhere anytime soon. I know magazines and newspapers have suffered greatly … Continue reading
Scones, yum! Cranberry scones? Double yum! This is one of those dishes that I’ll suffer through. I’ll spare those pictures, but it hasn’t been pretty. Not being able to afford GF baking mixes has left me rather…speckled. Is it worth it? Oh yes, I’ll survive. I can’t take credit for … Continue reading
Pecan snowballs are a family favorite, and what is not to love? It’s a rather simple cookie, so easy children can make them too. It takes just a few simple ingredients, with pecans being the most expensive of them all. Of course if your lucky enough to have pecan trees, … Continue reading
It’s difficult for many during this time of year. Some families keep their traditions simple, while others will go all out. There are many who don’t celebrate it at all. But here is the thing, no matter what your faith (including not having one), there is no reason to get … Continue reading
Willow Cross brings excitement, suspense and a whole underground mystical world to life with her first installment in The Dark Gifts series. Introduced to Liz and Michael we quickly learn of the vampire world when she is bitten. Her life turned upside down, and the looming threat of the cataclysmic … Continue reading
I’ll be honest here folks. The price tag on these smoothies has long stood in the way of trying them. Don’t get me wrong now, I fully understand why they cost what they do. However, when your on a toothpick sized budget there isn’t always room for treats, even if … Continue reading
The Money $aving Mom’s Budget Book I’ve now read this book front to back two times. Yes, it really was that good of a book. If you’re in financial distress, or want to be properly prepared for the future, this book is for you. Looking to start a budget, but … Continue reading
Well this one is a sweetie, and though it does use sugar it’s only half of what other recipes use, and there is no need to replace it with an artificial sweetener if you roast your sweet potatoes. The act of roasting actually breaks down and caramelizes the sugars making … Continue reading
After using her oven once I nicknamed it ‘Frankenoven’, so please bear with me as I slowly talk about holiday cookies this year. You see, Grandma’s oven is older than dirt, and it doesn’t even fir a standard sized cookie sheet. Frankenoven also doesn’t heat correctly, so I’m slowly trying … Continue reading
