Balancing the Good Things in Life
Everyone loves being on the receiving end of a homemade gift, and I want my kids to regularly experience the joy of giving. My favorite Christmas treats are ones I can make with my kids. We like to make several different simple treats, package them in a festive manner, then give them to friends. These Marshmallow […]
Want some help with your holiday baking this year? Show these Simple Santa Cupcakes to your kids, and they will be begging to make them with you. Christmas baking doesn’t get much simpler than this. No decorating experience, no problem! These cupcakes are so easy, even the smallest of children can help make them. Simple Santa Cupcakes You’ll […]
When it comes to holiday baking, you want something special. Something that looks like you went above and beyond for your guests. And perhaps something with a little sparkle. But there are so many demands on your time. If you need a holiday dessert idea with high impact that can be made in a small amount […]
Apple desserts are classic comfort foods, and many of them are made with Apple Pie Filling. Think of just about any dessert made with apples, and chances are it will also make you think of your Mom or Grandma or family. Apple Pie Apple Tarts Apple Cobbler Apple Crumble Apple Crisp Apple Pie Cookies Apple Pie […]
Apple season is coming. Holiday season is coming. We all know what that means. Apple Pie season is coming! And, as delicious as Apple Pie is, it is not friendly to the waistline. For those of us longing to enjoy dessert but trying really hard to watch our caloric intake, here’s a recipe you’ll want […]
Coming up with a unique gift idea for a birthday party, bridal shower, kid’s birthday or even a teacher’s gift can be challenging. I’ll show you how to easily create the most unique DIY gift baskets for any person of any age using color as your theme. You won’t believe how easy and how fun it is […]
I’m going to be honest with you up front about these mashed potatoes. There is nothing healthy or low-calorie about them. This is not a make-all-the-time-for-dinner kind of side dish. These Really Good Really Easy Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes are for special occasions. I usually make them about 3 times per year: Easter, Thanksgiving and […]
Peanut Butter Buckeyes are delightful little sweets that are great for sharing. We like to make them around the holidays and give them as gifts. They are also perfect to take on camping trips. Try making them ahead and storing them in the freezer. You could even enjoy them as frozen treats in the hot summer months. Honestly, I […]
Eggnog. It’s one of those “limited time offer” kinds of flavors we only see around the holidays. And there seems to be no middle ground on this flavor. You either love it or you hate it. Well, if you’re an eggnog lover, here’s an easy Eggnog Fudge recipe for you to try. {Me? I I love […]
Christmas is my absolute favorite time of the year! I am that neighbor who puts her decorations up the week BEFORE Thanksgiving. {One year I even put them up 2 weeks before Thanksgiving.} I am that friend who starts playing Christmas music in early November. I am that person who has over 300 Christmas songs in one iTunes […]
