Perhaps you’ve heard about the newest decluttering phenomenon, the KonMari Method. It seems to be the latest fad in home organization these days. I have some friends who have tried it and enjoyed it. I even picked up one of Marie Kondo’s books to look at for myself. But I just couldn’t get into it. Truthfully, going through everything in my house would be completely overwhelming and. And my husband and children would not appreciate it in the least to have me declutter their clutter, so I wouldn’t get very far even if I tried. I do think, however, that Read More
5 Fall Treats: My Favorite Pumpkin Recipes
One of my favorite things about fall is pumpkin. I love pumpkin pie, pumpkin cookies, pumpkin ice cream, pumpkin bread, and pumpkin milk shakes. This list goes on and on. And if you add chocolate to a pumpkin treat…well that’s even better! Next week I have two reasons to celebrate. October 26 is National Pumpkin Day and the 28th is National Chocolate Day! In honor of both, I am sharing a few of my favorite pumpkin treat recipes with you. Soft Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies I made these a few weeks ago when the pumpkin bug first hit me. I Read More
I’m All Googly-eyed: A Photography Project
I recently started a photography project that I am having a lot of fun with. It all started when I was in the local craft store with one of my kids looking for something they need for a school project. I passed a large selection of googly-eyes and thought, they looked like fun. Hmm, what could I do with those? Fast forward a few months. I was back in the craft store (yes, I go there more than I should) and decided it was time to get some googly-eyes and start a new photo project for myself. Buy just one Read More
Sweet! It’s National Dessert Day!
Who doesn’t love dessert? October 14 is National Dessert Day and in honor of it, I am posting a few of my favorite dessert recipes. I can’t help it, chocolate makes me happy and that’s what this blog is supposed to be about…things that make us happy. In honor of National Dessert Day, I am sharing a few of my favorite desserts. I found many of these on Pinterest. If you don’t have time to make something sweet, it’s okay, I have a list below of places offers discounts. This recipe is fast, easy, and delicious. It is a Read More