We all know that the holidays can get very stressful. I am seeing it everywhere around me. When I ask people people in passing how they are, I am getting a lot of replies consisting of groans and deep sighs of exhaustion. Yes, it is a super busy time of year! It is also a …
If you like ginger, cinnamon and spice – then this is a treat for you! I am all about anything ginger, and this spice cake is steeped with the hot tangy flavor of ginger. This is not a sweet dessert – yes, is has a layer of cooked pear and caramel which is the perfect …
The season seems to ramping up at warp speed. The fact that my students remind me every single day how many days remain until Christmas means that I cannot forget that there are now only 12 days left! Oh my! As busy as it is, I really do enjoy this season. I have turned off …
I am a huge meal planner. I have been for years. This really started out of a need to survive the evening hours – with kids in after-school activities and too many sports to count, working all day, and facing a hungry family – I needed to come up with a plan that did not …
Ohhhh…these Chocolate Coated Krispy Peanut Butter Balls are downright delicious and they melt in your mouth – with a little bit of crunch. They are creamy, crunchy, chocolaty, peanut butterey bites of yumminess. Who would not like these?!? This recipe has been in my repertoire of favorite sweet treats since I was in high school. Lets see… …
Planning a great New Year’s Eve party is really simple! Just think of it in the terms of plan, invite, prep, and enjoy. The first three steps lead up to a final step which is enjoying your very own party. After all, that is why we party, right? I know that’s why I do. I …
Ok – this is a really fun campaign! I am so excited to bring this opportunity to you. Today is all about donning your ugly Christmas sweater and raising money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This is a fun and super easy way to make a difference in the life of a St. Jude …
When feeding a crowd, setting up a buffet is a smart way to go! Setting up a buffet table not only allows for easy serving, but it also lends itself to prepping everything ahead of time (my favorite entertaining tip) and lets you offer a wide variety of menu items. This way everyone is sure …
I am getting into the holiday season full swing! I am busy planning my many gatherings and parties – making my menus, writing shopping lists, and decorating the halls with boughs of holly! But really between cooking, decorating, and the countless seasonal obligations, the holidays can be overwhelming. Expecting to entertain like a pro all …
‘Tis the season of shopping and I know a few of you are thinking of buying a little puppy. They are so cute after all, and what is more precious than a happy pup with a big bow tied around its neck? When you are considering your finances and thinking about buying a dog, you …
