Festive Fall Snack Mix Recipe

This recipe originated from one of the ladies from my church growing up, Becky.  She helped throw a “Cooking Show Themed” wedding shower for me way back when…This recipe has become a fall tradition ever since.  Only now I DOUBLE the recipe for our “crowd”. If you are a fan of the sweet and salty …

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When Life Gives You Lemons, Eat Cupcakes!

Forget the lemons and the lemonade.  Rather, stuff yourself with cupcakes!  So I didn’t ingest these cupcakes this morning, but I thought I needed a lighter, “fluffier” post after yesterday’s news.  (And I plan on finding a cupcake to ingest today as a coping mechanism.) But before you skim down and read further, PLEASE GET …

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Dating My Husband

I’m a firm believer in dating your husband after marriage.  Especially after kids! I really encourage you all to do so…Make sacrifices if needed.  Buddy up with another family and trade off date nights and kid sitting once a month.  Find a reliable teenager to come over after your kids are asleep to go grab …

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Put You in The Mood for Fall – Pumpkin Pancakes

Pumpkin is one of fall’s finest ingredients. When else can you use a can of vegetables to make a sweet dessert?  I’ll be waiting to hear someone comment about their grandmother’s delicious canned asparagus torte that they make every spring….Or Not. This recipe for Pumpkin Pancakes is Easy as Pie (and it tastes like it …

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How Do Quadruplets Eat An Ice cream Cone

How Do Quadruplets Eat an Ice cream Cone?  It only takes a few licks… 1…. 2….   3…   4… 4.  4 Licks.   And the ice cream headache is soooooo worth it!

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Costco or Bust

Can you find 4 boys amidst  the mass of groceries? Needless to say, we have to unload the groceries before we unload the little dudes. This is what our van looks like after a Costco Run.  It’s likely that we pay their electric bill with our monthly “donation”. I love Costco’s selection of healthy snacks …

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Meals, Mayhem, and Miracle Memories (Part 1)

Although I would have loved to post on Meals, Mayhem, and Miracles all in one post, (as many of you requested via twitter) I’m a woman not a machine!  So I’ll break this up into 3 Parts…. Let’s start with MEALS.  I’ll be dedicating a specific post to Meal Planning/Grocery $$$ Saving soon, but for …

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4th of July Fixin’s

I started this post a few days ago and intended to post this before your glorious 4th festivities began, but I just plain ran out of time. However these recipes are great ALL SUMMER LONG! I just love how the 4th of July brings out the heart of America.  The traditions, the cause that we …

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