We are slowly creeping into the busy hosting season. Who am I kidding? The days are flying by! As the days get shorter and cooler and the leaves begin to change, the seasonal events are drawing closer. If you are hosting a party, whether it’s a Halloween bash or a Thanksgiving dinner, you’ll want to […]
How to Care for Aging Parents From a Distance
October 9, 2018 by 19 Comments
When my mom passed away two years ago, my siblings and I stepped up to help take care of my dad. Thankfully, dad is in excellent health, but he lives alone now. I live 300 miles away from dad and I try to visit as often as possible. I have a few tips on how […]
Chocolate Covered Banana Bites and Healthy Snack Ideas
October 5, 2018 by 19 Comments
Special thanks to ZeroCater for sharing this graphic! Sometimes, you just want a few bites of something sweet but you don’t want to wreck your diet plan. That’s when I make Chocolate Covered Banana Bites. I can eat one and I’m good to go. I just have to make sure I don’t eat them all! […]
Dining Room Chairs Refresh That Anyone Can Do
October 3, 2018 by 20 Comments
What is it about having guests over to your house that makes you feel the need for everything to be squeaky clean? Do real people actually live like that? Thankfully, it’s easy to do this Dining Room Chairs Refresh. It didn’t take long at all to complete. I have a husband and four boys, so […]
Apple Fritters Are a Must Have for Fall
October 1, 2018 by 20 Comments
This post, Apple Fritters, contains affiliate links. If you click a link and make a purchase, I’ll make a little cash with no additional cost to you. I love pumpkin, I do. But as you probably know by now, I’m all about apples when it comes to favorite fall flavors. Our family has a visit […]
How Long Common Foods Last Before Going Bad
September 26, 2018 by 18 Comments
Don’t you hate it when food goes bad in the fridge, freezer or pantry? Sometimes, it’s just hard to tell how long foods last before going bad. And I hate doing the smell test when I’m a little iffy about meat that has been in the refrigerator a day too long. If it smells just slightly […]
Make Ahead Orange Sweet Rolls And Entertaining Tips
September 24, 2018 by 22 Comments
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PrepNowSavorLater #StockPrepWin #CollectiveBias The holiday season will be here soon. It’s also the season for entertaining friends and family. Take a deep breath and forget the picture of the stressful holiday season that just popped in your head. […]
Miso Pork Ramen Stir-Fry in 20 Minutes
September 21, 2018 by 18 Comments
This is a sponsored post for JSL Foods. All opinions are my own. #Fortune #ChefYaki I’ve loved ramen noodles for years. Way back when I was an executive assistant, I would eat ramen noodles for lunch several times a week. I would throw a bag of dried ramen noodles in my bag each morning and […]
Find the Best Online Deals With These Tips
September 19, 2018 by 18 Comments
We all want to save money when shopping online, right? It’s best to try using some coupon deals when making online purchases. Here are some more ways to find the best online deals. Ways to Find the Best Online Deals Always Shop with a List And Compare Prices It’s just as important to shop with a […]
Apple Crumble is The Perfect Fall Dessert
September 17, 2018 by 18 Comments
What’s your favorite thing about fall? Pumpkins? Football? Colorful leaves? For me, I’m all about those apples, including Apple Crumble and visiting my favorite apple picking farm, but that’s a whole different story for later. Apple Crumble is an easy dessert that’s best served warm with vanilla ice cream. When it comes to apple desserts, […]