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Graduation Gifts for Guys

It’s graduation season!  Okay, maybe that’s not a real season, but lots of people are graduating this time of year.  Again, in looking for ideas for graduating gifts, most are for females!  So I decided to do a post with some graduation gifts for guys.  This one will have some ideas for purchased gifts & […] Read more…

What a Mother Really Wants

It’s the Friday before Mother’s Day, do y’all have a gift yet?  There’s always the typical – flowers, dinner, chocolate, spa days, etc.  This post is not about material things for your mother.  It’s about those things that cannot be bought & hold way more meaning with most mothers.  I’ll try to keep it light, […] Read more…

Making a Splash – A Quilt Making Story

This is a story about a quilt I started way back in July of 2016.  That may seem like a while back, but, honestly, I have unfinished projects way older than that!  This is a quilt I designed for a new addition to our family – born in August 2016.  I had a vision for […] Read more…

Let’s Talk About Gut Health

Did you know that about 70% of your immune system lives in your gut?  Your gut is so important to your overall health that it’s sometimes referred to as a “2nd brain”.  Kind of gives new meaning to the phrase “gut feeling”!  Today I hope to put some knowledge in your head about gut health. […] Read more…

teaching kids to cook

The Importance of Teaching Kids to Cook

Yes, kids can learn to cook!  I’ve had my son in the kitchen “helping” since he was about 3 years old.  Even if all he was doing was helping to measure & stir, he was still learning some valuable cooking lessons.  He also learned a little math & science!  I’m no child raising expert (whatever […] Read more…

super simple homemade pizza rolls

Super Simple Homemade Pizza Rolls

It’s Wednesday, the middle of the week, and the first day of the month, so what are you cooking for supper tonight?  I’ve got a recipe that’s quick to whip up and is sure to please all those grumbling bellies!  These homemade pizza rolls can definitely be adjusted to match your families favorite pizza toppings.  You […] Read more…

Let’s all Just Relax for a Moment….

  This week has been challenging, y’all!  I started off the week by locking my key in my truck.  Yay me!  The rest of the week did not go much smoother.  I’ll spare you the details!  I’m ready for a relaxing, stress-free weekend.  How about y’all?  I thought I’d share some ways to de-stress and […] Read more…