Easy Energy Bites

Easy Energy Bites

     This is a recipe I found on Pinterest, though the actual pin linked to a different recipe. Isn’t that frustrating? Anyway, I had the ingredients on hand and I wanted to try it out. They turned out pretty good for a guilt-free snack....
Monday Money Tip: Activities at the Park

Monday Money Tip: Activities at the Park

If your town has a park, there are plenty of opportunities to keep the kids busy this summer for little to no cost. You can play sports such as tennis, baseball, or basketball.  Toss a frisbee, or play frisbee golf if your park has a course. Go for a walk, hike,...
2013 Garden

2013 Garden

This year we were able to plant our first garden at our new home. Last year we had only been living here a few weeks, so the garden was put off until this year. Last weekend my dad and brother came over to help me till and plant.  We hope to have some fresh green...
Ham & Cheese Roll-Ups

Ham & Cheese Roll-Ups

Ingredients: 1 pkg crescent rolls Sliced ham Shredded cheese Directions: Roll out crescent rolls and top with ham and cheese. Roll up and bake according to package directions. I thought it made a nice meal along with some pretzels or chips. Or, just a good snack...
Favorite Apple Bread

Favorite Apple Bread

This recipe is my favorite apple bread. I found the original recipe on Taste of Home and tweaked to suit our tastes.  Ingredients: 1 egg 3/4 cup unsweetened apple juice 3/4 cup apple sauce 1/3 cup canola or vegetable oil 2 cups flour 1/2 cup sugar 2 tsp baking...