Are your travel memories starting to fade? If you’re like me, you haven’t ventured far from home since the pandemic started. I actually haven’t travelled since last December. Even my ski trip for last March got cancelled. Normally, I would have had several good vacations and maybe a couple of 3-day weekends under my belt by now. But, not this year. So, how have I…
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Short on time, but still want healthy and tasty? Be sure to check out these delicious sheet pan recipes that make cooking and clean up a breeze! Even though we may be spending a lot of time at home these days, that doesn’t mean we want to spend the time cooking…enter sheet pan recipes. They make meal time so much easier. One large pan holds…
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While many gyms are open once again, you may not feel totally comfortable being inside with a group of strangers right now. We put ourselves in this category. But we still want to maintain our health and keep active. So, what are our options? Well, we have found some great online exercise programs that have kept us motivated or at least off the couch and…
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Wow – what a weird time we are in. Most of us have not traveled for any reason, not even to see loved ones. I know I am missing family and friends like crazy and I am also itching to travel. I could sure use a Covid safe getaway! I miss getting on an airplane and I miss exploring a new destination or relaxing in…
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If you’re as fanatical about your pets as we are about ours, then you probably think you are doing all you can for them. I did, too, until one day I realized just how much they were sleeping during the day while I was on the computer. They were bored and I couldn’t blame them. While I was physically present, I wasn’t interacting with them….
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Well, Hello 2021! The New Year is here which means in ordinary times, people would be thinking about either setting goals or actually doing it. Yes, I know 2020 was awful…REALLY AWFUL and worse for some than others. Any goals that were set were probably just left on the paper where they were written or drastically changed. But I’m here to say that if you…
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Swap out the meat for these alternative dishes and make a delicious meal sans the meat! Try any of these 20 favorite Meatless Monday Recipes and you will be sure to impress! Have you heard of Meatless Monday? It’s a movement to encourage people to use less meat and promote a healthier lifestyle. It’s also a great way to save money at the checkout line…
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Casseroles and winter just seem to go together. Here are 25 Hearty Casserole Recipes you will want to enjoy all winter long to keep you warm and satisfied. As we move into the colder months, there is nothing better than hearty casserole recipes to keep your family full, happy, and warm. For us, they are the ultimate comfort foods! Part of the reason I love…
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For a delicious, cozy meal we love these 20 Versatile Chili Recipes! They’re perfect for meat eaters and vegans alike. Just add a salad and cornbread and dinner is served. A good chili recipe is the perfect meal to make when you really don’t know what else to make. It’s hearty, the ultimate in comfort food, and you can make a ton! We love having…
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This Instant Pot BBQ Ribs Recipe is a quick and delicious meal when time is tight. Add your favorite sides and dinner is served! I am loving all things instant pot these days. It is quickly becoming one of my favorite ways to get dinner on the table. It is especially helpful for the nights I get so busy on the farm that I literally…
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Hot Cocoa Bombs are all the rage. Who wouldn’t love orbs of chocolate filled with cocoa mix and marshmallows burst open to spill chocolatey goodness. It’s sure to become your favorite cold weather beverage. If you haven’t heard of or tried Hot Cocoa Bombs, it’s time. They are literally all the rage. Even places like Etsy, Costco, and Target sell them plus many bakeries. Besides…
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There is nothing better than a simple cream cheese cookie. Not just because of the cream cheese, but also the butter! These Apricot Pinwheel Cookies are so easy to make with only four ingredients and a little powered sugar for dusting. Chances are you will have all of these ingredients in your house already. The only tricky part about these cookies is folding the first…
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