Category Archives: Holidays

On the Seventh Day of Christmas … Ranch Oyster Crackers

Okay, so it isn’t sweet, but I need a break. I am chocolated out … until tomorrow! Oyster crackers are a holiday favorite around my house. They always make me think of my daddy. Every year at Christmas he has … 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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Christmas Card Exchange

So? It is the 13th of December and I bet most of you have sent out your Christmas cards already? Not me… Nope… Not even close. What to do? Run out to the store and buy a box of cards? … 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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On The Third Day of Christmas … Peppermint Bark

Peppermint, peppermint, peppermint. I love peppermint. When I was pregnant with my daughter I taught 3rd grade and all of my students knew my affinity for peppermint, so at Christmas I received all things peppermint. I was ecstatic. I still … Continue reading

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On The Second Day of Christmas… Chocolate Truffle Cookies

Chocolate?? I don’t know what I think about that – I am an abnormal chocolate lover. I love milk chocolate that melts in your mouth and anything white chocolate, BUT I don’t like chocolate milk, chocolate ice cream, chocolate cake … Continue reading

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Memory Clips –

Memories are like movies clicking through our heads, and every year I strive to make good movies for my kids to look back on. I remember things from my childhood fondly, and I want them to have those same things. … Continue reading

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