Thanksgiving Book Round-up

My family LOVES books.  My mom is a first grade teacher so when I was a kid we were always encouraged to read good books.  That love of books has carried over to me as the mom now, and it is so fun to find great books for my kids.  I truly believe reading often to your kids promotes good language, reading, and writing skills.  Both of my kids already love the time we spend sitting and reading … [Read more...]

Candied Pecan Carrots [The Perfect Side Dish] Recipe

Candied Pecan Carrots Great side dish for your every day mean or double ingredients and serve at your Thanksgiving dinner. 2 lb. bag carrots1 cup maple syrup (divided)1 stick buttersmall handful pecans (chopped) Preheat oven to 400Peel & cut carrots, place in oven safe dishpour 1/2 cup of maple syrup over carrotsslice and place butter on topsprinkle chopped pecans over … [Read more...]