Christmas Cookies~Graham Cracker Log~Day 1

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Beginning today, I will be posting my favorite Christmas Cookie recipes for 12 Days. And on December 13th, I will host a Blog Carnival for all of you to share your recipes. In our family, we have several Holiday traditions, and like most families, Cookies are toward the top of the list.  However, the Cookies… [Continue Reading]

Fall Ball ’09

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My older two boys, Andrew and Nick, went to the Fall Ball with their beautiful girls this weekend. Andrew     Nick     They all had a great time!  This post linked to: ~Photo Story Friday hosted by My Chaos My Bliss ~Wordful Wednesday hosted by Seven Clown Circus ~Wordless Wednesday hosted by Go… [Continue Reading]

Cupcake Tuesday ~ Birthday Cupcakes

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With 3 of our family members having birthdays this month, I thought I should share some of the birthday cupcakes I made. They are not fancy, but easy to make and they can easily be changed to fit your celebration. I started with One Bowl Chocolate Cupcakes, frosted them with Buttercream Frosting and decorated them with… [Continue Reading]

Birthday Dinner

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On Tuesday, my middle son, Nick, will turn 16. I decided to have his girlfriend and her family over to celebrate. After talking to several friends on Twitter, I decided to go with a Sports/Tailgaiting Theme. And I thought it would be fun to share my plan with you. BBQ Meatballs Party Ham Sandwiches from… [Continue Reading]

Taking A Cat Nap

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Don’t you wish you could sleep like a cat sometimes? All curled up and sleeping so sound! On my bed ~ under the blanket She’s found the warmest place in the house She’s not too happy that the Football cleats took over her spot Be careful ~ you might just sit on her, she blends… [Continue Reading]

Caramel Apples

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Last weekend, before decorating our Halloween Cupcakes, we tried our hand at Caramel Apples. I had never made caramel from scratch, and was pretty pleased with the result. PrintAdd this recipe to ZipList!Caramel Apples Ingredients1/2 c. Butter 1 1/2 c. Brown Sugar 3/4 c. Corn Syrup 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk 1 t. Vanilla 1/4… [Continue Reading]

Giving ~ From your heart

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Giving when you don’t have money to give. Like most families, our finances are really tight. Over the last 18 years, I have been a SAHM most of the time, with the exception of a few part time jobs and a couple short full time jobs. Because we have chosen for me to stay home to… [Continue Reading]