Stay-cation Friday

Stay-cation Friday

Today was my last (week) day of “stay-cation.” It has been a wonderful to get caught up on some projects around the house and visit with some friends. I even was able to go Christmas shopping with my mom, which also included some browsing…and...
Stay-Cation Week!

Stay-Cation Week!

It’s finally here. The week I have been waiting for for the past 2 months. It’s my staycation week! With two weeks of paid vacation to be used before my work anniversary date (which is in 2 weeks), I still had one week left. The first week was put to good...
Grocery Checkout Tips

Grocery Checkout Tips

This is the easiest way I have found to organize my purchases on the grocery check out belt. 1. First, I put everything that I don’t have a coupon or price match to go with it. I always hope it doesn’t include very many items! 2. Next goes the items with...
Doggy Cuteness

Doggy Cuteness

I thought I would introduce my babies. They both have four legs and a tail 😉 Star is a Terrier/Italian Greyhound mix. She is incredibly sweet and friendly! Buddy is a beagle. He is cuddly and playful! They are BOTH pretty darn adorable!
Rice Krispy Treats

Rice Krispy Treats

My latest kitchen venture was rice krispy treats! (Or marshmallow treats, or whatever you want to call them.) I had never made them before, so I was anxious to see how they would turn out. They are delicious! Here is the recipe I followed: 1/4 cup butter 4 cups of...
Homemade Baked French Fries

Homemade Baked French Fries

So, I have a major weakness for french fries. But the fast-food variety isn’t exactly the healthiest choice. So lately whenever a craving hits, I make my own! It took a lot of trial and error, but this is the basic recipe that I have stuck with for awhile....

Freezer Cooking and Yummy Bread

I had another productive weekend of freezer cooking! I made burritos and pizza pockets. I already have breakfast burritos from last weekend, and they made some great lunches throughout the workweek. Now that fall is here and the weather is cooling off, I’ve been...
Easy Pumpkin Spice Muffin Recipe

Easy Pumpkin Spice Muffin Recipe

I love this super-simple recipe that tastes great! It’s also healthier than following the box directions. Pumpkin will add fiber to your muffins, and not many calories! I hope you enjoy the recipe! Ingredients: 1. Spice Cake Mix (Or any box of cake mix, really....