National Popcorn Lover’s Day

delicious popcorn recipes

Who knew there was a National Popcorn Lover’s Day? Well today is the day and who doesn’t love popcorn? I’ve been working on perfecting Vanilla Bean Toffee Popcorn because it looks so yummy (see photo). I have had to make some edits to the instructions, but I’ve got it down now and it doesn’t last …

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Time For the Elephants to Round Up Again

sisterhood- the ultimate herd

Time for the elephants to round up again. If somebody needed poster children for what it looks like to come together in a time of need, my four sisters and I would be it. We are far from perfect and have far from perfect relationships, but when a family member is in need, that mama …

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Easy St. Patrick’s Day Activities

Easy St. Patrick's Day Activities

I now have green fingers, but also a cute shamrock mason jar candle holder just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. I love being crafty and when I can involve my kids, even better. Unfortunately though, my treasures rarely look like Pinterest gems. They are more like “Jentries”- Jen, trying. I do not have patience …

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Chicken Alfredo with Spinach and Sun-dried Tomatoes

chicken alfredo with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes

This is one of those meals that got thrown together because of the ingredients I had on hand but it makes regular appearances at our table now. It’s got whole wheat pasta, lean protein, and some veggies. Easily justified as a meal on busy nights. If you already have the diced chicken made, this will …

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It’s Finally Friday

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It has been an intense week. I don’t know about you, but I need some fun to help snap me out of this funk. It’s Friday and I just want to make it through this busy day so that I can start my weekend. Need a better reason to smile? Try something below. We could …

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