As you all know, cooking and baking is a large part of what I do for this blog, but also for my family of 6! I’ve often taken my kitchen appliances for granted – if they work then I don’t give a second thought to them. However, since I purchased my 1878 Farmhouse, I’ve come to realize […]
California Breakfast Burrito
This post is written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc. All opinions are entirely my own. This shop has been compensated by Acorn Influence, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day! To be honest, I don’t always have much of […]
Quick and Easy Calcium Fix with Yogurt
This post is written by me on behalf of General Mills. All opinions are entirely my own. This shop has been compensated by Acorn Influence, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. I’ve never been a milk drinker, and I didn’t grow up in a family where milk was offered with dinner every […]
Lower Home Energy Costs with PG&E Tools
7 months ago, my husband and I purchased one awesome house! Our home was built in 1878 and has been remodeled to bring it back to all of its Victorian glory. We frequently have to pinch ourselves because we seriously hit the jackpot when it comes to the cool factor with our home. Owning an […]
After School Snacking with Annie’s
We’ve just wrapped up our second trimester in school, and this is often when the kids start pleading for different snack and lunch options. If you and the kids are stuck in a rut with your food choices, and tired of the same thing day after day then I have some ideas for you! Surprise […]
Cute Easter Treats – Delicious Dishes Recipe Party 64
Spring break is next week and I cannot wait! Lazy mornings and Easter prep are on the horizon. I typically love decorating for every holiday, but I’ve got to admit I’m behind on Easter decorating this year. Now it’s to the point where I’m trying to decide if it’s so late I ought to skip […]
Best Crib Mattress Ever – Learn Why
“Big families are like waterbed stores. They used to be everywhere, now they are just weird.” –Jim Gaffigan. This pretty much holds true for my family. I have nine kids and I get my fair share of weird. Granted, I have never owned a water-bed but I have had my fair share of mattresses. I’ve […]
Couples Getaway to Atlantis Casino Resort Spa
This post is sponsored by Atlantis Casino Resort Spa in Reno in conjunction with Blog Meets Brand. All opinions are entirely my own. Between three surgeries, the purchase of a home built in 1878, a car accident, and the daily rigmarole of parenting four children, this past year has been a tad exhausting to say […]
Spring Recipes – Delicious Dishes Recipe Party 63
Spring is officially here and the flowers are starting to bloom! I even got several hydrangea plants last week and hubby planted them in front of my porch. In addition to garden preparations, many of us are preparing for Easter and testing out recipes for the big feast. While we may have our traditional Easter dishes, […]
Instant Pot Shepherd’s Pie
Just before Christmas I started hearing buzz about the Instant Pot. I didn’t quite understand what it was or how it worked, so I ignored it. Then my mom got one and told me I needed one! I tend to trust my mom when she tells me I really need something, and after she told […]