Mom’s Homemade Banana Pudding
As you can probably find is the case for your own life, some of my earliest memories revolve around food – but for me, it […]
Cattales – A Coup d’etat
The cats didn’t understand what had happened, of course, but none of them put up a fuss – or even try to run and hide. […]
I Walked The Line
It was May Festival Day at Northside Elementary, an annual celebration and fund-raising event that children, teachers, and parents alike all looked forward to year […]
Valentine’s Day Farewell
14 February 2021, 18:00 hours…as hundreds, if not thousands, of other star-crossed lovers gaze longingly into each other’s eyes, (Valentine’s Day, wouldn’t you know it?), […]
Great Relationships Use A Great System
My husband and I have been married for 12 years now, and I’ve come to really appreciate some of our differences, but I’ll be honest, […]
If It’s True – Prove It
The word uncertain is defined as not able to be relied on; not known or definite, and uncertainty is the quality or state of being […]
Easy Taco Soup
A Taco soup that’s easy and delicious, two words, which always captivate me when talking about cooking and food.
Best Zucchini Muffins EVER!
When I shop for food, sometimes I buy too much. There, I’ve said it… It’s not something I’m super proud of, and honestly I am trying […]
Springtime in Texas
Nothing says springtime in Texas like a field full of Texas Blue Bonnets. And while, if you happen to live in the city as my husband […]
Does It Bring You Joy
In April of 2015, Time Magazine released their list of The 100 Most Influential People in the World, and a young Japanese woman by the name of Marie […]
The Day Judah Had To Hurl
My husband and I recently made a trip with friends to the Texas Hill Country for a weekend cabin camping trip, and as we’ve done […]
Take It From The Turtle
Recently my husband and I attended a children’s art sale, where the proceeds of the event went directly back to the children whose tempera painted […]
Make The Force Be With You
The start of a new year is like a blank page on the newest chapter of your life. How do you want your life’s story […]
DIY Oatmeal Almond Soap
A while back a neighbor, and close friend, went on a bit of a rampage doing DIY projects. Part of it had to do with the […]
Make Ahead Breakfast Casserole
Who doesn’t enjoy the smell of breakfast being cooked over an open campfire? I know I do, but I’m not a morning person so there […]
Beef Wellington Appetizers
A few years ago, my husband and I attended a Master Chefs class at Le Cordon Bleu Institute of Culinary Arts. The name of the class is […]
The 80’s Called – They Want Their Look Back!
If you can play the guitar and sing like Joan Jett (the woman shown on the left side in the picture) then by all means, please continue […]
7 Items To 21 Outfits – In A Flash!
Now that you know what your personal style is (from taking the Style Quiz in my previous post, ‘The 80’s Called – They Want Their Look Back!‘), you’re ready to […]
Extreme Couponing-How To Guide (Part I)
Once, years ago while attending a business workshop, I heard a speaker say, “Most people pay too much for everyday things.” He was referring to […]
Extreme Couponing-How To Guide (Part II)
Continued from Extreme Couponing – How To Guide (Part I)… My system begins with the Sunday newspaper – which is the best source to routinely find […]
Extreme Couponing-How To Guide (Part III)
If you’ve been following along and have already read Part I and Part II of this series, you might be wondering by now how everything fits together. After […]
Nashville’s New Music Scene
Whether you’re a music junkie that listens to music all day every day, or are more of an occasional fan that just tunes in whenever the mood […]
Judah & Latte’s Road Trip To Nashville
Our furry babies Judah & Latte, accompanied my husband and I on a recent road trip to Nashville, Tennessee. If you’ve been following the blog […]
Tiny House Holiday
I dunno if it’s the fault of my female brain or not, but there is just a ton of information in my head: some of […]
Weekend Roadtrip To Nashville, TN
Like a lot of people, many of my best memories are flavored by food: me licking batter off the mixer blades as a child growing up, […]
Marshmallows to Millionaires
In the late 1960s, a group of psychologists at Stanford University conducted a psychological study on on a bunch of 4 year olds. In the […]
Old Fashioned Fruit Cobbler
Everyone loves dessert but usually it’s impossible to please everyone’s taste – until now. Mix up this ever-so-easy old fashioned fruit cobbler mix in just […]
I Love You More Than My Luggage
Remember that line in the 1989 movie, Steel Magnolias, where Clairee Belcher (Olympia Dukakis) says to Ouiser Boudreaux (Shirley MacLaine),”Ouiser, you know I love you […]
Fast Fajita Pepper Breakfast Tacos
Texans love their Tex-Mex and though I wasn’t born here, I’ve lived here long enough that I dearly love all the delicious Tex-Mex dishes found […]
Why Pets Don’t Pay Rent
Photo Credit If you know me at all, you know I have pets: two adorable, very fluffy, Persian baby cats, and because of that, it’s […]
Turkey Lasagna Under 500 Calories
Check the nutrition fact sheets for most Italian restaurants’ lasagna, and you’ll find the calorie count runs anywhere from 750 calories on up…and that’s not […]
How To Win At Everything
Is there anything that feels better than winning? 87 billion dollars spent last year on lottery tickets and sporting events in the US alone, suggests […]
Fried Chicken Under 500 Calories
Is there any meal more American than fried chicken? Not if you grew up in the South, as I did. Over the 4th of July […]
You Better Belize It!
What do 5 Canadians, 3 South Africans, 2 graduate students from Louisiana and Indiana, and a Taxi driver from Guatemala all have in common? If […]
Nutter Butter Cream Cheese Truffles
Do you ever find yourself wanting a truly decadent treat to eat but HATE thinking of how one little treat like that could totally blow your […]
Best of Show
My husband’s adult son and his son’s wife are rapidly become experts in the world of competitive show dogs. As the owners of two gorgeous […]
Who’s Your Daddy
We’ve all heard it said that “Any man can be a father, but it takes a special man to be a dad.” and how true […]
Caramel Apples Made Easy
It’s Fall ya’ll! School is back in session and the temperatures (and leaves) are starting to fall – even in Texas, where I live. Whether […]
That’s What He Said – About Salads
You ever had one of those ‘Aha!’ moments? You know where you’re just rocking along, and suddenly a thought pops into your head that stops […]
Glamping In The Hill Country
Growing up in the natural state, I’ve always had a certain affinity for camping. When my children were young, we even camped in the backyard at […]
Old Fashioned Homemade Pancakes
Whether you’re in the mood for breakfast for dinner tonight, have decided to make breakfast for the family over the weekend, or are treating someone […]
Blueberry Syrup Recipe
One of the biggest reasons I think most people never try to make syrup from scratch is that they have no idea just how easy […]
10 Days in Shanghai
Chinese New Year began on February 19th this year, ushering in the ‘Year of the Sheep’. The start of Chinese New Year also marks the […]
Top 5 Travel Tips
My husband and I enjoy beach vacations, so we just booked a trip to Belize – which from the pictures, looks like a tropical paradise – […]
The Great Kitten Camping Adventure
A few years ago, I saw an April Fool’s joke – the picture of a kitten fully outfitted with REI backpacking gear. Cat camping has been […]
Roasted Chicken with Lemon & Rosemary
Here’s a main dish recipe that hits on all cylinders as far as I’m concerned; it’s delicious, nutricious, and it just takes a few minutes […]
Wildflower Festival 2015
To celebrate one our friends’ birthday, my husband and I attended a local music festival this past weekend, the Wildflower Festival, in Richardson, Texas. It […]
Party Planning 101
Have you ever wanted to throw a party but felt overwhelmed by where to start? If so, you’re not alone. Over the years I’ve hosted, […]
Road Trip Dream In Central California
Nestled halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco on Hwy 5, lies the sleepy little hamlet of a town, known as Visalia, California. Never heard […]
Relationships with Adult Children
Having just finished up a whirlwind weekend trip to California, to celebrate my youngest child’s 25th birthday (the one on the left), I can’t help […]
Eggs Benedict in 8 Steps
A few years ago, a neighbor made Eggs Benedict for both me and my husband, because we all share a love for cooking and because […]
Slow Cooker Chicken Fricassee
Whether you enjoy cooking and don’t have a lot of time, or don’t enjoy it but still need to for your family, most people share […]
DIY Manicure/Pedicure
If you’re constantly working with your hands, as I do, and don’t have time or simply can’t justify the expense of a weekly nail appointment at […]
No Fuss Fiesta
One of the things I love most about living in Texas, is that the weather is often nice enough for outdoor dining. And when the weather […]
Great Day at the Grand Spa
What’s better than a foot massage after a long day of being on your feet? How about a luxurious shampoo and a new cut and […]
Share a Crepe and a Smile
‘Tired of travelling that same ol’ breakfast circuit you’ve been on for the past (fill the blank length of time)? You know what I’m talking […]
Steel Cut Oats & Raisin Cookies
While shopping at my local grocer the other day, I ran across a box of Quaker Steel Cut Oats and couldn’t help but wonder what all the hype […]
So Long Soup Nazi – You’re Through
Why is it that thin people can eat whatever they want, and never seem to gain any weight? Isn’t that the question that those of […]
Meet Our Furry Babies…
In November of 2014, my husband and I adopted two baby cats. Why kittens, you ask? Why not puppies? Puppies are so cute, and they […]
Where Foodies Get The Goods
A family friend tells the story of how one day, as a young man, he was working out with weights, and his younger brother, always […]