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My mother called the other day… And it was decided I would bring all the desserts to her Christmas party. Well, all the desserts and 1 side dish. I think this year, I want to go the “finger food route.” Because really, at the end of a large meal, when bellies are protruding and Read More >>
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Homemade jam. There is nothing cooler to give someone than something you made from your own kitchen. Cookies, cakes and pies are all good… But jam? Homemade jam has a special place in my heart. The Girl and I have been whipping up batch after batch of homemade jam together ever since she was 2 Read More >>
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And then there were 8. The Girl walked over to the coop this morning to let the chickens out. She was greeted with feathers strewn all over the backyard, the garden and on top of the chicken coop. She knew instantly what had happened. Ricky Raccoon ate Picasso. From what we can put together… Picasso Read More >>
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Own a Kindle? Here are a few eBooks you can currently download for free. Christmas with Family & Friends By The Gooseberry Patch Just imagine the aroma of homemade gingerbread cake, the savory taste of bacon-wrapped chestnuts and the festive fruitiness of Santa Claus cranberry punch. For Christmas dinner, try rosemary-garlic turkey alongside cranberry-pecan stuffing. Read More >>
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Step 1: Go outside and cut a few branches off a tree. I chose to took clippings from a Leland Cypress tree growing in my front yard. Also, if you have a Holly bush nearby, clip a few sprigs off that too. You will also need a wreath form and some fine gardening wire. Step Read More >>
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Mr. Hillbilly called the other day… Said he had something good to trade and that he was on his way over to my house. I quickly grabbed a few boxes of Hamburger Helper and waited for the door bell to ring. This my friends, is what I would consider a bartering FAIL. Note To Self: Read More >>
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Everyday through Christmas, Amazon is unveiling a new holiday song available to download free for a limited time. Today’s freebie is: “Deck the Halls” by 11 Acorn Lane from their album Happy Holy Days These free downloads are still available. Grab them while you can. “Ave Maria“ by Celtic Woman from their forthcoming album Believe “Peace Read More >>
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Are you planning on attending a party this winter and would like to bring something other than chocolate or homemade cookies as a hostess gift? Make a candy cane vase instead. Not only is it quick and easy to do, but the WOW factor might just score you an extra helping of appetizers. Start by Read More >>
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