I really pleased and proud that my friend Kimber over at The Pinning Mama has allowed me to share her post about this amazing young lady! 2 Meet my friend Abby. She is a little girl with a BIG dreams… Read moreAbby’s Purple Bag Project
If you’re familiar with Louisiana history and culture, then all you really need to know is that Creole cuisine uses tomatoes, and proper Cajun food does not. That’s how you tell a Cajun versus Creole gumbo or jambalaya. However, if… Read moreIs it Cajun or Creole?
DH and I went to the store last night to get him some new socks. The store was noticeably empty. No lines at the checkout. No dancing around other shoppers. It was glorious. DH wondered if everyone was on a… Read more15 Ways to Stretch a Dollar
Ever wondered what others around the globe crave when they wake up in the morning? You may be surprised at the range of different tastes and dishes served in the early morning hours. From wursts and cheese to gallo pinto… Read moreBreakfast Around the World [INFOGRAPHIC]
OK, I admit I watch way too many cooking shows. Inside my head, I secretly want to be a Food Network star. Not really the kind that dons an outfit to match the kitchen, not the kind with the perfect… Read moreHey Gordon Ramsay, I’m a Master Chef! #PeachDishMeal
I am the proud mama of a sweet (mostly) dachshund. While his uncanny ability to get to the bottom of my yogurt cup should have tipped me off, I just didn’t equate his substantial sniffer to his food bowl. There… Read moreTips for Selecting the Best Dog Food Bowl [INFOGRAPHIC]
Hint…the first one is January 20! Start making plans to take advantage of this amazing program when Uncle Sam throws open the gates to so many of our nation treasures. Arches National Park is a red rock wonderland with amazing… Read moreFree Admission to National Parks in 2014
I stood at the counter in my kitchen this weekend and was suddenly struck by how ridiculous it looked. I am a self-proclaimed coffee addict, and probably need a support group, but I truly believe I need an intervention. I… Read moreDouble Chocolate Nutella-Filled Cookies
My DH is always complaining about how much garbage he takes out each week. On a heavy cooking/cleaning weekend, he’ll take out a bag full each day. There has to be a way to reduce what we toss, right? Cue… Read moreBack to Gardening Basics: Easy Composting
