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10 Things That Make My Life Easier

  This week, our first full week of school being out and all four kids home with me, I’ve been relying a lot on those things that save me time and effort. I want to spend as much time with...

1 day ago

Even Better {Recipe: Creamy Chocolate Pancake Syrup}

“Oh, dear me!” Those were the first words that escaped my lips when I first tasted this creamy chocolate pancake syrup. Then I took another spoon full and continued to sing praises of joy...

3 days ago

Versatile Beans {Recipe: Steak and Bean Fajitas}

I’m going on another year as a brand ambassador with the team from Bush’s Beans. We have always really loved Bush’s Beans around here, but I always felt a bit limited in how I used ...

5 days ago

3 Dollars, 5 Minutes and the Best Birthday Ever

I used to stress about my kids birthdays. I put such high expectations on myself to make their birthdays perfect… “good moms pull out all the stops to make their kids feel special on thei...

6 days ago

Simple Appetizer – Cheesy Shredded Chicken Bites

Do you all have big plans for the holiday weekend? If you are anything like us, you are taking advantage of the time off to spend as much time with family and friends as you can. Often times, this is...

24 may 12

Connect Through Reading 2012 – 3 Book Update

It’s been awhile since I’ve done one of my Connect Through Reading posts. I have three different books to share with you today! To keep up with what’s on my To Be Read list and to s...

21 may 12

Summer of Fun Bucket List for Kids 2012

I alluded to my Summer Bucket List in my last post. My Summer Bucket List is the list of things I hope to accomplish with the kids by the time school resumes in August. 99.9% of the time, I don’...

18 may 12

Great Expectations {Recipe: Root Beer Float Cupcakes with Swiss Meringue Buttercream}

The other day I received a big package of goodies from my friends at Zatarain’s. At the very top of the box was a bottle of their Root Beer Extract, including a recipe for making homemade root ...

16 may 12

Project 365 2012 – Weeks 18 & 19 – A Photo a Day Journey

We’re half way through May, already, and I have 2 weeks of Project 365 photos to share with you since I didn’t post last week. We had a week of celebrations, outside fun and for me, magaz...

14 may 12

Fresh Squeezed Lemonade {Giveaway: Overstock Stylesetter Beverage Dispenser} CLOSED

This giveaway is now closed. The winner, chosen via Random.org, was Lillian from My Recipe Journey. Congrats and thanks to all who entered! Fresh squeezed lemonade is a definite spring and summertime...

11 may 12 1 person likes this

It’s a Salad Social! {Recipe: Robust Bell Pepper Salad}

My friend Cheryl certainly likes to throw a good party. You know Cheryl from her awesome blog, TidyMom, but probably also recognize her as my partner in crime for SoupaPalooza. This spring, Cheryl ha...

09 may 12

Because I’m the Mom {Recipe: Buttermilk Biscuits}

“Mom, why do you get to put all of that butter and honey on your biscuits and we only get a tiny bit?” The question asked was fair enough. Buttermilk biscuits, fresh from the oven, are me...

07 may 12

Chili’s Restaurant and the CoronaRita – Giftcard Giveaway!

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Chili’s Grill & Bar. All opinions are 100% mine. If you have been following any of my tweets lately, you have probably noticed that Leah is dee...

05 may 12

A New York Kind of Cocktail {Recipe: Meringue Margaritas}

Last weekend, I spent a few days in New York City hanging out with other bloggers and Sandra Lee. We were all brought together to celebrate the launch of Sandra’s beautiful and functional new h...

04 may 12

Picture Black & White – Lining Up

For Picture Black & White – Lining Up Data: Nikon D300, 50 mm 1.4, ISO 400, Shutter Speed 1/250sec, f-stop 2.5 Edited in Photoshop using the Totally Rad Lab plugin, sterling B&W

03 may 12

Get Outta My Dreams {Recipe: Homemade Pita Bread}

First off, you are welcome for the 1980′s Billy Ocean song reference. So sorry if it is stuck in your head for the rest of the day. It’s quite the catchy little tune, right? So… pit...

02 may 12

Down to the Last Drop

This past week and the campaign Tracey and I have been running with the Shot@Life organization has been pretty amazing. Thanks to each of you for sharing your photos, spreading the word, and for your...

30 apr 12

Project 365 2012 – Week 16 & 17 – A Photo a Day Journey

I’m a week behind on posting project 365 pictures so I’m going to make these two weeks of photos quick to catch up! Sunday, April 15th: Caught this moment with my iPhone. This is a pictur...

30 apr 12

What’s Your Mug Personality? A #Shot4Shot Morning Get Together

This morning, some of my friends came over for coffee and homemade cinnamon rolls. I thought it would be fun to have a coffee gathering this week to tie in to the #Shot4Shot campaign Tracey and I are...

25 apr 12

Happiness Is…

When I was little (and still as an adult), my all time favorite book was Happiness is a Warm Puppy by Charles Schulz. I guess I haven’t changed much… I’ve always been one to hunt fo...

24 apr 12

Handwritten With Love – Making Room for Sentimental

There was a time in my life where I kept each and every card, letter and note I received. Cards for birthdays, notes from classmates, letters from loved ones who lived far away. I have books and book...

23 apr 12

#Shot4Shot – A #ShotOfCoffee & #MyMugShot Collaboration for Good! {Giveaways Galore!!}

There are a lot of things I take for granted… that *we* take for granted. One of those things is the fact that I can easily take my kids to their regular checkups for their required vaccination...

22 apr 12

Happy Friday {Recipe: French Vanilla Cupcakes with Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Frosting}

I’ve been missing you all and just wanted to say a quick hello and to wish you all a very happy weekend! We have my daughter’s 1st Communion this weekend, which means a whole bunch of fam...

20 apr 12 1 person likes this

Earth Day 2012 Picnic for the Planet {Recipe: Picnic Chicken}

It’s that time of year again… the Earth Day and Picnic for the Planet 2012! Last year, a group of bloggers partnered with The Nature’s Conservacy to encourage you to celebrate this ...

16 apr 12

Project 365 2012 – Week 15 – A Photo a Day Journey

Week 15 of 2012 went by incredibly fast! Here are a few photo highlights from our week. Sunday, April 8: You may recall that Leah was a crab on Easter Sunday. Our friends have a boy who is a year you...

16 apr 12

A Keurig Brewer Giveaway! {Recipe: Toasted Coconut Mocha Frappe}

Dine & Dish readers can use the code AM0012-3571 at GreenMountainCoffee.com to receive 15% off Donut Shop Coffees; both Regular T60052-101and Decaf T60224-101, as well as free standard shipping. ...

13 apr 12

Bare Feet {Giveaway: Sandal Essence Dry Heel Hydration} CLOSED

This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to Nancy, Chelsea , Crystal and Wendy Dunn! Thanks for entering. I can’t believe I am opening this post with a picture of my bare feet. You see, I h...

11 apr 12

Not As Planned {Recipe: Homemade Creamy Limoncello}

For us, Easter Sunday did not go as planned. Eager to start the morning off on the right foot, the family woke up early and headed up to church for 7:30am Mass. Ready to participate in and enjoy the ...

10 apr 12 1 person likes this

Project 365 2012 – Week 14 – A Photo a Day Journey

Hi everyone! I hope you all had a happy Easter holiday. You’ll have to excuse this weeks Project 365 photos… I am sharing a little more than one picture a day, particularly on Friday, whi...

09 apr 12

Happy Hour {Recipe: Whipped Root Beer Float Cocktails}

Fresh out of school and at my first job, happy hour was a regular occurrence. My colleagues and I would leave the stressful day at the office behind and head to the local posh restaurant or bar to un...

06 apr 12

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