This year, I promised myself that I would be better prepared for holidays. Since my daughter will have a Valentine's Day party next month, I wanted to make sure I got enough gifts for her classmates ahead of time. I hate rushing around at the last minute desperately searching for … [Read more...]
Shirley Temple Recipe
While this isn't the official recipe, it is my family's version. Your kids will love this special beverage. I always serve it on special occasions. [print_this] Shirley Temple Recipe 1 cup Seven Up 2 tsp maraschino cherry juice 2-3 maraschino cherries Mix all of the … [Read more...]
Nature Inspired Christmas Tree
I love my Christmas tree. I really like how it resembles a tree you would see outdoors. I added these cardinal Christmas ornaments to accent the tree's natural look. … [Read more...]
Gingerbread House Kit
I found this Gingerbread House Kit on sale at Target for under $10. I was pretty impressed with the quality of the kit. It comes with everything you need to build the village in the picture. We added additional candy, marshmallows and powdered sugar. My toddler had a lot of fun … [Read more...]
Unique Holiday Decorations
During my recent shopping trip to Ikea, I found several great Christmas decorations. I purchased two tinsel wreaths and led hanging lights. Since the hanging lights are battery operated, I hung them inside the wreath and hid the power pack behind the wreath. They look really … [Read more...]
Holiday Mantel Decorations
This is my fireplace mantel decorated for Christmas. Hallmark sold the lights at the bottom a few years ago. They are my favorite because they make shadows of snowflakes all over the room. The small white box on the mantel is a remote control. My husband always wires all of our … [Read more...]
The Best Stuffing Recipe
My Mom makes the best stuffing. I have yet to try any other variation that comes close in comparison. In honor of Thanksgiving, I am sharing, with her permission of course, my Mother’s famous stuffing recipe. I'll have to warn you, this recipe is not for cornbread stuffing. … [Read more...]
Decorating Light Fixtures For The Holidays
I came up with a way to showcase special/breakable Christmas ornaments so that they are very visible and not lost among those on the Christmas tree. I hang them from light fixtures in my dining rooms. This really works for my family. Not only can we still display the ornaments, … [Read more...]
