What Do You Give a Cat as a Going Away Gift? Cat Gifts

Winnie has always technically been my daughter’s cat even after she moved away for Bible College.  She has finally gotten an apartment that is pet-friendly and wants her precious Winnie to come live with her.  On Friday, we will be saying, “Good-bye” to one of our fur babies, but this time it is due to happy […]

Easy & Delicious Sausage Casserole in the #SlowCooker #Recipe #Crockpot

I have wanted to try a sausage casserole recipe in the slow cooker for a while.  I have a huge slow cooker called a Ninja Cooking System.  Since I am trying to feed two teenage boys, I need it.  If you are not trying to feed teen boys, you might want to cut this recipe […]

You Reap What You Sow

    Forgive me for ranting for a moment! Quite frankly, this drives me crazy.  It goes something like this… “I just got an awesome promotion.  You reap what you sow!”  “I just got a fancy new item!  You reap what you sow!”  “I made straight A’s!  You reap what you sow!”  “I was miraculously […]

Chicken Green Bean Casserole in the #SlowCooker #Crockpot #Recipe

Honestly, this recipe for chicken green bean casserole received mixed reviews from my family.  Those of us who liked it really liked it.  Those who didn’t like it cited a single ingredient that “ruined” it, but, of course, the ingredient was different for each of them.  *Sigh* *This post may contain affiliate links.  I may […]

Why You Should Be Volunteering At Church

  The Widow of Zarephath A woman who died thousands of years before I was born is the reason I volunteer at church.  Really!  You can read all about her in 1 Kings chapter 17.  I love her story.  She resonates with me more than most of the people of the Bible. She is a […]

Ground Meat Potato Casserole in the #SlowCooker #Recipe #Crockpot

I was starting to get into a cooking rut.  It happens!  Right?  I decided to experiment a little bit.  This ground meat potato casserole recipe was such a hit with my oldest son that I wasn’t sure my husband would get any at all.  Teenagers!!!  With meat, potatoes, peas, cheese, and creamy sauce… I guess […]

How to Write Successful Resolutions

  I am actually sticking with the same resolution I made last year.  I like it.  It works for me.  It is almost more of a mantra than a resolution which is helpful to me.  After I share my resolution, I will share some tips to write a successful resolution.  My resolution is: Step out […]

Have you tried marshmallow Peeps roasted over a fire?

The Best Way to Enjoy Marshmallow Peeps

The best way to enjoy mashmallow Peeps is roasted over a fire.  The sugar coating on the outside melts and then hardens into this wonderful crunchy shell.  The marshmallow becomes gooey, melty goodness.  If you haven’t tried it, you should!!  Seriously! Affiliate links are included. I might make a small commission off of purchase through […]

Twelve Days of Christmas Gifts for My Husband

Regardless of the size of our Christmas budget, our kids get the most of it. Every year, my husband and I sit down and discuss what our Christmas budget will be.  Every year, we squeeze in money for family, some friends, our favorite charities, but we always seem to leave each other off of the […]