Category Archives: Gift Ideas

On the Eleventh Day of Christmas … Butter Toffee

My favorite candy bar is the Heath Bar – I just love the toffee center and the chocolatey exterior, so when I found this recipe I just couldn’t resist. I also thought my family would love getting it in their … Continue reading

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On the Tenth Day of Christmas … Snickerdoodle Cookies

Who doesn’t like snickerdoodles? I am thinking most everyone must like snickerdoodles, because everywhere I look there is snickerdoodle this and snickerdoodle that. I know for a fact it is my daddy’s favorite cookie, which is why I am making … Continue reading

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On the Sixth Day of Christmas … Chocolate Covered Pretzels

Funny question … how many of you like Girl Scout’s Thin Mint Cookies? I do!! So you can imagine my surprise when I dipped a pretzel in some dark mint chocolate. It tasted very similar to a Thin Mint with … Continue reading

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Notes for All Occasions

Easy gift idea #2. Hand-stamped Note Cards. I am all about easy, and I am all about economical, but I am also all about giving! I love to give gifts, but I want them to be personal and tailor-made, that … Continue reading

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On The Fifth Day of Christmas – White Chocolate Popcorn

Yes… I said White Chocolate Popcorn. Before baby, I was a popcorn addict and had been for many, many years. There were days that popcorn is all I would eat for lunch, and I was perfectly happy with that. But … Continue reading

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On The Fourth Day of Christmas… Eggnog Fudge

All things holiday are EGGNOG and FUDGE! When I think about Christmas treats, eggnog ranks right at the top. Now I must say, I am not much of an eggnog drinker, but my boys can’t wait for the right time … Continue reading

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Calgon Take Me Away … A Holiday Gift Idea

Escape! After my day, I need an escape! It starts early with a little voice calling “Mama” from the other room, which when not answered immediately escalates into full-blown cries. Then it is followed by an hour-long process of getting … Continue reading

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