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Chicken and Dumplings

If I had an ultimate comfort food, chicken and dumplings would be high up on the list.  It's warm, hearty, delicious and easy to make for a few people or a whole crowd.  If you're from the south, you probably grew up eating this all too often,…
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Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cookies

I couldn't go through the month of October without sharing a favorite pumpkin recipe of ours. And we have a lot of those. I live for pumpkin season! My husband on the other hand - he would be okay avoiding pumpkin season altogether. But this…
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Exploring the World From Home

It's probably safe to say most of our passports have remained tucked away, collecting dust over the last 6 months. Even domestic travel has probably not happened as often, if at all, for so many. Our world has been turned upside down yet it's…

Blueberries for Sal and Blueberry Pecan Baked Oatmeal

As a little girl, one of my favorite books was "Blueberries for Sal" by Robert McCloskey. As an adult, this book is still so dear to me.  I read it often to our boys, and it's quickly become a repeat read here as well.  I'm not sure why exactly…

DIY Charcuterie Boards

If someone asked me what my favorite food is, I would easily say a charcuterie board. I know it's not a meal or a dish per say, but as someone who has a hard time picking and loves variety, a charcuterie board fits the bill. You can get vegetables,…
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Summertime Tomato Pie

One of our family's favorite things about Carlton Landing is the community garden. Our boys love to grab their bikes and head over for exploration, vegetable picking and chicken watching.  They like to call it the Farmer's Market.  I love…

Peanut Butter and Jelly Ice Cream Sandwiches

If I told you I had a recipe for something so delicious and satisfying that also happened to be gluten-free, dairy free, and vegan, would you believe me? These peanut butter and jelly ice cream sandwiches are exactly that. I discovered…

Hot Dog Bar

Nothing says summer like eating a hot dog fresh off the grill.  As a kid, many a summer day was spent devouring a hot dog on a scorching day, dripping wet from playing in the water, finishing it all off with a fresh slice of watermelon. As…
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Frosted Sugar Cookie Slab

Today is National Sugar Cookie Day! You're probably just as excited as I am. Okay, well maybe you're not as thrilled as me or maybe you didn't even know today was National Sugar Cookie Day, but during unpredictable times like these, why not…

Lemonade Stands and Strawberry Lemon Cookies

One of my favorite summer memories is having a lemonade stand. As a little girl, I wasn't terribly entrepreneurial. In fact, I probably handed out more free lemonade to neighbors than money made, but it was the idea of creating something of…

Texas Sheet Cake

Well, summer may not officially be here, but ask anyone in the south, summer is most definitely here.  From the hot temperatures, swarming mosquitos, ice cream trucks, and endless supplies of fresh watermelon and cherries, the summer season…

Magic No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream

Ice cream. Just the thought of it makes my mouth drool and brings back a plethora of memories. For me, it's slow summer days with my Grandma finished with a game of Uno and a treat at Braums. It's an afternoon surprise from my mom after a…

Olive Oil Carrot Cake

If you're reading this in fairly current times, then you know we are all experiencing a global pandemic. While it's easy to focus on the fear and panic, there's also so much joy and beauty in the simplicity all around us.  It's always been…

20 Fun and Simple Things to Do When Stuck at Home

It’s not often we’re told to stay home, away from others. To many people, this is a piece of cake while some may feel a little lost, wondering what to do during a long day (or days) at home.  And if you have kids at your house, this is…

Valentine's Day Popcorn Mix

Valentine's Day.  Whether you're a fan of the day or not, I think we can all agree that it's a great chance to celebrate those you are thankful for in your life.  Plus, I personally love any reason to celebrate, not to mention put up decorations…

Best Ever Granola

I love many things, but high up there is the smell of my favorite granola baking in the oven. The cinnamon and hint of maple syrup atop oats and a plethora of nuts fills the house.  If I could bottle up this smell in a candle, I would. But…
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New Year's Eve and White Almond Cake with Cranberry Almond Buttercream

How can it be that Christmas seemed so far away yet now it's over just like that?  I personally think time moves faster during the holiday season, or at least it seems that way, not to mention as you get older.  But with a new year upon us,…
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A Heart of Gratitude and Mr. Bob

There's something about this season that brings out the gratitude in all of us. We are caught up in the anticipation and excitement of what's to come and find ourselves full of joy more than any other time, but often when the stockings are down,…
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Friendsgiving

I can still remember our first Friendsgiving.  My husband and I were a newly married couple in a state with no family, but we were surrounded by a community of friends.  Our first Thanksgiving as a married couple, which could've otherwise…
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Pumpkin Cupcakes with Salted Caramel Frosting

It's the season for being with those we love, life around the table, and all things food. And with Thanksgiving just around the corner, we are getting our kitchens and our appetites ready to go. Thanksgiving is one of the most anticipated and…