Growing up in Iowa, in rural Iowa to be more precise, it's pretty hard NOT to be a carnivore. Iowa is ranked 7th in the states for cattle production and 1st in hog production (North Carolina is 2nd). Although I grew up in town, I was a country girl at heart (still am!). My best friend lived … [Read more...] about Simply Perfect Prime Rib Roast | Ninja Cow Farm
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Printable Valentine’s Day Cards
Updated for 2022. Originally posted February 2015 I don't know about you, but I ALWAYS seem to wait until the last minute to pick up classroom Valentine's for my kids. You know how it goes, you see them in the stores and think "There's still time to pick up something. I'll buy them next … [Read more...] about Printable Valentine’s Day Cards
Soft and Chewy Eggnog Cookies
If you followed me for a while, you may have noticed I am a little obsessed with eggnog. Especially in baked goods. (Check out my Eggnog Bread ... so yummy!!) Every holiday season I drink ALL the eggnog. Fireball Eggnog is my new favorite! So when I needed to come up with a new … [Read more...] about Soft and Chewy Eggnog Cookies
How to Help Your Local Food Pantry
Over the weekend I saw a Facebook post about a reverse advent calendar. The premise was quite simple. Each day in December gather up a specific food item on the list and then on Christmas Eve drop off your donation to your local Food Pantry. While this is a wonderful idea, and I know the suggestion … [Read more...] about How to Help Your Local Food Pantry
Is your child prepared In Case Of Emergency (ICE)?
Is your child Prepared In Case Of Emergency (ICE)? With hurricane season in full swing, it is imperative that we equip our children with the information and supplies needed in case they are in school or daycare when a disaster hits. Children are the most vulnerable in emergency situations. That’s … [Read more...] about Is your child prepared In Case Of Emergency (ICE)?
3 Steps to Jumpstart Your Wellness Routine
It has been very nice here the past few days... in the 80s and sunny--borderline hot for me, but there has been a nice breeze. I actually broke out the walking sandals and put away my sweatshirts. So excited for nice weather. And then I realized what is coming up, like NOW. Summer. Shorts. … [Read more...] about 3 Steps to Jumpstart Your Wellness Routine