Lately I have been taking full advantage of any quick and easy meals that I can put together. This recipe originated because I found these bean burritos on sale and bought several packages thinking they would be something for anyone to microwave and eat in a hurry. Well, none of us especially liked the burritos… [continue reading]
Laugh Worthy Happenings
When I handed my child the bowl of cereal, he looked at me skeptically and asked, “Is this with the chunky milk?” What? Who’s been giving him chunky milk? “Dad, do cows pee milk?” Thought that might just brighten your day…like it did mine. Ha! “I know why everyone is buying all the toilet paper,”… [continue reading]
Bullying
When I began to write about about my bullying experience, I stopped short after I read through my words. They sounded very bitter. Could I still be bitter about something that happened so long ago? I wouldn’t have thought so, but reading through my narrative, it was clear that I was. Funny how writing about… [continue reading]
Tomato Soup
Do your kids cook? I confess; I do most of the cooking around here mostly because I really enjoy doing it. I do, however try to get the kids helping in the kitchen on purpose. Here is a super easy kid friendly Tomato Soup recipe, that we found in the Southern Living Kids Cookbook and… [continue reading]
Off to College
I’ve had a difficult time wanting to write about Faith’s graduation. This year 2020 did its thing! At first her graduation and senior play were postponed. We were ok with that. The new dates, however coincided with new shut downs in our area. In the end, it was all canceled, and we couldn’t even have… [continue reading]
Lake Conroe Homeowners Sweetwater Condos
Condos have become our family’s favorite way to vacation. We rented one of the Sweetwater Condos! This 2 bedroom loft, in the greater Houston area, that sleeps 8 people for $349 for a week. Total. That included taxes and fees. You can too! It ends up so much easier, cheaper, and more comfortable than purchasing… [continue reading]
Sweet Cashew Cheerios Snack Mix
I’m loving our cooler fall weather in Texas! This time of year I feel so inspired to create in the kitchen. This Sweet Cashew Cheerios Snack Mix is one that Grace first made when she was little and everyone was crazy about it! We still are! It’s perfect for a fun movie night snack. What… [continue reading]
The Feed Trailer
When I was in grade school, we lived in South Texas on a few acres in the country. When I was home from school, I liked nothing better than to follow my dad around outside as he fed the animals and did various chores. We didn’t have a barn so my dad used an old… [continue reading]
Orange Poke Cake
Hello fall! This Orange Poke Cake is great any time of year, but I find it especially festive for fall. I love to go crazy with a theme, and Orange Poke Cake was a great addition of my orange meal. It’s funny how simple the food can be, but just picking a theme makes it… [continue reading]
A Child’s Answer to Prayer
Trip to Guadalajara When I was about twelve years old I took a trip with my dad to Guadalajara, Mexico. I was returning to the place of my birth and visiting my childhood friends. Since my dad was going to be returning to Mexico in two weeks, he decided to let me extend my stay. … [continue reading]