Learn the basics of making crock pot mulled cider wassail in this easy recipe that calls for simple ingredients. If you aren’t familiar with mulled cider or wassail, here is some history. What is mulled cider? Mulled cider is apple cider that is heated and flavored with different spices. Common flavorings include sliced orange, cinnamon … Read more
Sometimes, in the busyness of life, someone else’s birthday sneaks up on me. When I realize I’ve forgotten to buy a card, I make one. One of the easiest cards to make is one with pressed flowers. If you have read any of my previous posts about my being artistically challenged, you know that if … Read more
Learn how to make this easy oatmeal apple crisp recipe by following these simple steps to make a delicious dessert. If you have an abundance of apples, this recipe for oatmeal apple crisp is for you. The ingredients are pantry staples, and the result is a cozy comfort food dish that can’t be beaten. The … Read more
Learn how to use fresh onions and ground sausage to make a delicious, simple, hearty soup. This easy slow cooker French onion soup with sausage recipe is perfect for chilly days. Fill your home with the tantalizing aroma of this savory soup as it simmers in the crock pot. Read on for the details! The … Read more
When I was growing up, my parents used to joke about serving a whole meal consisting of different dishes made with zucchini as an ingredient. I was horrified by this. Zucchini was not one of my favorite foods. Little did I realize that years later, as a budget-minded, gardening parent of constantly-hungry boys, I would … Read more
Recently, I attended a family gathering in which I became acquainted with a young cousin of mine. Specifically, she is my first cousin twice removed. What? Have you ever wondered about all of the “removed” business with cousins? What does it all mean? Maybe you have never cared, but if you would like help solving … Read more
Soon after I embarked upon this blog project, I realized that keeping a blog going requires much more than just sitting down and writing blog posts. I was surprised to realize that most bloggers spend a great deal of time on social media promoting their posts and engaging with followers. Suddenly, I found I was … Read more
My husband and I were empty-nesters for about a year. I was used to cooking smaller meals. I was enjoying the freedom to be more spontaneous with scheduling. Now, one of our flock, our youngest, is back for a few months. We have a no-longer-empty nest, and the transition was a bit of a challenge. … Read more
I’ve been blogging for about five months now, and I’ve told very few people who know me in person about my blog. I’m not sure why this is, except I just haven’t felt ready to make a big announcement. I’ve read about other bloggers who invite their friends to subscribe or share their blog posts … Read more