My kids start the countdown for summer in May even though we don't usually get out of school until the end of June. Life has been one celebration after another this year. I love that we have so much to be grateful for but my time and my creativity has been on the decline. We had a last minute family gathering over Memorial Day weekend and made this fun easy Red White & Blue Cookies with NILLA … [Read more...]
Marshmallow Oreo Squares Dessert
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Morning around here just got a little better and, well, so did their school lunch dessert. I was looking for some inspiration for a bake sale friendly idea and when I stumbled upon this new cereal, Oreo O's, at my local Shop-Rite. I knew what I wanted to make instantly- Oreo Squares. Of course, I grabbed a couple of boxes so I could hold up my best.mom.ever. title at home. Ingredients for … [Read more...]
Celebrate Memorial Day With Krusteaz {Raspberry Key Lime Bars Recipe}
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I have such great memories of celebrating Memorial Day with my family. My mom always made it a point to take us to see family gravesites and also honor fallen soldiers. I am so proud to live in the United States of America and I am so grateful for the people who serve in our armed forces. I know all the freedoms my family and I have are protected by those brave men and women. I am so grateful my … [Read more...]
Baby Chick Cookie Cupcakes
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This time of year always seems to be so crazy around here. I always think I have more time than I do and always over extend myself. I love helping with all the holidays and parties and almost always sign up to make treats for everything. Sometimes I have a go-to recipe, and sometimes I don't. Sometimes I'm running to the store the night before pulling my hair out trying to figure out what I'm … [Read more...]
7UP Raspberry Lime Floats & Apple Dumplings
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"This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of 7UP®. The opinions and text are mine." One of my favorite things to do is entertain. I love having friends, other couples, and new families over to our home. It is always so much fun to meet new people and enjoy the weekend together. My kids love playing with other kids and making new friends as well. Entertaining also gives me the … [Read more...]
Easy Valentine’s Day Treat: Homemade Oreo Cookies Recipe
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I love holidays and making them extra special and festive. Valentine's Day is high on my list as one of my favorite holidays. It is such a great holiday to make a little extra effort to show the people you love how much you care about them. It is so fun to decorate for, and Valentine's Day treats seem extra delicious dressed up in pink and red. Homemade Oreo Cookies are one of my family's favorite … [Read more...]
A Family Favorite Breakfast: Monkey Bread Recipe
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There are a few recipes that I have really strong memories of. The ones that I made with my mom or grandmother, and had me and my siblings running to the kitchen begging to help with the next step. Those are the recipes that I really treasure now as a mom and that I love making them with my kids. Monkey Bread was always a special treat and my favorite breakfast as a young girl. We usually made … [Read more...]
Peach and Blueberry Oat Crisp Recipe { Plus, Gift Card Giveaway!}
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I recently brought the kids for one of our annual blueberry picking trips. In total, we picked 12.5 pounds. I froze many of them but kept a big bowl's worth aside to make some fresh baked goodies. Blueberries are one of my favorites and you really can't beat fresh picked. I recently stumbled upon this Peach and Blueberry Oat Crisp Recipe recipe when Arnold® bread asked me to partner up. I knew … [Read more...]
Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream In A Bag Recipe & Curious Chef Giveaway
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My kids and I have been living it up this summer! I love having them both home all day and planning fun things for us to do. After a long morning of playing outside in the sun, we love to come inside and have frozen treats to cool off. Our favorite treat is Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream in a bag. It only takes about 15 minutes to make and my kids can help with every step of it. Homemade Vanilla Ice … [Read more...]
