Looking for a few last-minute gift ideas? Gifts from your kitchen can be some of the most appreciated and I have some great suggestions for you!Continue Reading
Mocha Yule Log
If you’re looking for a visually beautiful, festive and delicious dessert, a Christmas yule log, filled with a lightly sweet mocha cream filling and covered with chocolate frosting is a very special cake option!Continue Reading
Enjoying the Bible
Many of us want to read the Bible more but it can sometimes feel boring, hard, and even a chore. But it doesn’t have to be that way. With a shift in mindset, it can totally become something we look forward to, finding we are actually enjoying the Bible!Continue Reading
Homemade Vanilla Extract
If you do any baking at all, you know just about every recipe calls for vanilla extract. And you’re probably aware that those little bottles of extract are pretty expensive. I’m guessing you didn’t know that you can easily make really good homemade vanilla extract with just two ingredients.Continue Reading
West Texas Travel
When one of your daughters, her husband and their 8 children move almost 2000 miles away, and you miss them like crazy, there’s a good possibility you’re going to visit. Our west Texas travel began with a flight to Dallas and then another to the Midland/Odessa airport.Continue Reading
Relationships with Adult Children
As a mom, we want nothing more than a strong, loving relationship with our adult children and their spouses. One that is respectful, fun and caring. I recently had a insightful conversation with Joanne Eisenhart, a mom to 8 grown and married children.Continue Reading
German Star Card
Folded paper German stars make fantastic, unique gifts. A thoughtful, one-of-a-kind handmade ornament from your hands and heart. Include a lovely German Star gift card to complete your package.Continue Reading
Organizing and Downsizing
Have you been living with more clutter and disorganization in your home than you like? Does the thought of tackling it feel overwhelming? You might be interested in a conversation I just had with the tremendously helpful tips and strategies for organizing and downsizing.Continue Reading
Thanksgiving Table Printables
Whether you are planning a small or large gathering this Thanksgiving Day, you can make it personal and pretty! Download the FREE collection of Thanksgiving table printables.Continue Reading
Care and Makeup for Mature Skin
It happens gradually but sooner or later we begin noticing changes in our skin. Whether we are in our 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, or beyond, we can look our best with a little special care and makeup for mature skin.Continue Reading
Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Are you looking for a perfect appetizer for the upcoming holidays? These sausage stuffed mushrooms are a party favorite. They look fancy, are hearty, not hard to make and full of flavor!Continue Reading
Billy Graham Library
If you are ever near Charlotte, North Carolina, I recommend a visit to The Billy Graham Library. If you can’t get there, I think you will enjoy seeing this picture tour. Enter the barn-shaped building designed to reflect Billy’s journey from a humble farm boy to a world-renowned ambassador of God’s love.Continue Reading
Lattice Pie Crust
A baked pie is a mighty beautiful thing, in my personal opinion. 🙂 Adding a simple lattice top crust gives a pie extra eye appeal and just makes it so pretty. And, it only takes a few extra steps to create a lovely lattice pie crust.Continue Reading
Pineapple Jam
You won’t believe just how quick and easy it is to make pineapple jam that is this good. And, it doesn’t use pectin. It is so fresh and and tasty and a perfect spread or topping.Continue Reading
Flowers After the Rain
What to do with the broken flowers after the rain? The hot, humid days of summertime often produce afternoon and evening thunderstorms where I live. I am always grateful for the rain that waters the grass, bushes, gardens and plants. But often these storms come with heavy downpours and gusty wind. A walk around the yard after the rain, reveals damage to many blossoms and flowers.
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Orange Mint Tea
I love sharing simple ideas from my little herb garden. Like this lovely flavored orange mint tea. It is a versatile plant, and simple to harvest and dry. Let me tell you more about this easy-to-grow herb.Continue Reading