Hi friends! It’s time for another Happiness Report and this one is going to include a very special, happy giveaway! Please take a listen, then read on… Shannon Curtis and her music has been a part of several happiness reports of the past. As you know, I’m a big, big fan. Shannon released a live…
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Simple Joy {Recipe: Rainbow Tie-Dyed Sugar Cookies}
Is it possible to find happiness in a cookie? When that cookie is a Rainbow Tie-Dyed Sugar Cookie, the answer is a resounding yes! There’s even more joy found when the whole family gets in on the action, piecing off dough and contributing to the giant, multi-colored log of psychedelic cookie dough. Makes me happy….
Game Day With Alexia {Recipe: Sweet Potato Casserole Bites}
When I say “Game Day” you all know what I mean, right? It’s football time!! Game day extends past one day at our house to pretty much any day football is on. Some days friends or family join us in front of the TV (us meaning my husband and son) other days its just us….
Apple Cider Smoothies & a Green Mountain Coffee Discount Code
I told you earlier in the month when I introduced Hot Apple Cider Funnel Cakes that I was going to be a bit submerged in Apple Cider for a bit. Remember, I’m doing some recipe development for my friends at Green Mountain Naturals using their tasty Apple Cider K-Cups? All this fantastic apple business has…
Tis the Tweason {Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Milkshakes}
We are in a strange weather pattern here in Kansas City. In the morning, there is a slight chill in the air and I crave layers of clothing and warm cups of coffee. By the time afternoon rolls around, we’re in the 80’s and I’m tearing off my layers, cursing hormones for the flashes of…
Making Homemade Butter with the Blendtec Blender {Blendtec Giveaway!!}
So, ya’ know, I was just sitting at home this morning and decided to make homemade butter. No big deal. For some of you making homemade butter may not be a big deal, but to me? Homemade butter = big deal. I had no idea how easy butter was to make. Heavy whipping cream and…
Connect Through Reading 2012 – 5 Book Reviews
I’ve been reading up a storm lately but have unfortunately had a few misses since we last chatted about books. I struggle with even sharing some of the bombs as I know a few of these books many of you loved. Make sure to let me know your thoughts in the comments section and definitley…
The Particular Randomness of Spiced Pear Cake
Today I feel like being random then sharing this awesome recipe with you. So here are my random thoughts from today… When you wear a blazer as part of your outfit but the weather gets colder than blazer weather, do you wear a jacket or coat over your blazer? What’s the right thing to do…
A Breakfast Solution {Recipe: Sausage and Cheese on Homemade English Muffins}
I have a confession to make. I Love, with a capital L, Sausage Cheese McMuffins from McDonald’s. I blame it on Leah. This love began when I was pregnant with her. I couldn’t stomach meat of any kind, but for some reason craved Sausage Cheese McMuffins like they were going out of style. It was…
Pepper Pancakes?
When we visit my parents in Mission, Texas each year (near South Padre) there is always plenty of memory making fun happening. We get to go to the beach… We swim in their retirement community pool and hot tub under the palm trees… We go to the zoo… We hang out and get to explore…
