Due to COVID-19, pretty much all of the usual things we would do for Halloween have been cancelled. So we are going to have some family-only fun this year. We are going to use my firepit and make s'mores (one of our favorite activities), have some good food, maybe watch some spooky movies, and just … [Read more...] about Hauntingly Good (and simple) Halloween Cake
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25 Binge-worthy TV Shows to watch during the Coronapocalypse
Originally posted March 19, 2020. Check out my updated list, 25 MORE Binge-worthy TV Shows to watch during the Coronapocalypse. I don't know about you but with all the news about the Coronavirus I'm feeling very stressed and anxious and could use a little escape to give my brain a rest. I am a … [Read more...] about 25 Binge-worthy TV Shows to watch during the Coronapocalypse
20 Fun and Functional White Elephant Gifts Under $30
Doing a White Elephant Gift Exchange with your family this year? Then check out this list of 20 Fun and Functional White Elephant Gifts Under $30! Everything is in stock and will be there before Christmas with Amazon Prime! (At the time of publishing, subject to change.) Not sure what a White … [Read more...] about 20 Fun and Functional White Elephant Gifts Under $30
Tips to Pick and Store the Freshest Summer Fruit
Here in North Carolina the state’s 50,000+ farmers produce over 80 different kinds of commodities. This includes over 50 different types of produce, making NC one of the most diverse agricultural states in the country! (You can't beat our fresh fruit and vegetables, IMHO!) To see what fruits and … [Read more...] about Tips to Pick and Store the Freshest Summer Fruit
Desperately Seeking Sleep
If you follow me on Twitter or Facebook you probably know that I suffer from insomnia. Between my husband Colm's snoring, our God-awful knockoff Tempur-Pedic mattress, and my racing brain, I'm lucky if I get five hours of sleep a night. Some nights it is closer to three. Then of course at 5:00 am … [Read more...] about Desperately Seeking Sleep
Hassle-free Ice Pops Your Kids Will Love
Okay, who pissed-off Mother Nature? It is hot out there, people! PLEASE apologize to her, ASAP!! We have had higher than average temperatures all summer, and according to NOAA Climate.gov we will have hotter than average temps all summer long! Aside from one or two really nice, humidity-free … [Read more...] about Hassle-free Ice Pops Your Kids Will Love