Being stuck at home can cause cabin fever but if you've got some things to keep you busy, it might not seem so bad. Here are some great ways to stay busy while stuck at home: Grow a garden Growing your own garden is a great way to stay busy and brighten up your home.… Continue reading Avoid Going Stir-Crazy While Stuck At Home: Fun Activities For All Ages
I discovered this incredible meal by accident when my daughter was helping me cook dinner one evening. I started to prepare my basic pasta recipe with ground turkey, garlic, onions, and sauce but my daughter, in her very decisive 2-year-old way, handed me some spices from the spice rack and exclaimed "add this mama!". How… Continue reading Quick and Heavenly Layered Lasagna Rotini
I know it's been awhile since I've published a post but it's been a crazy few months now that my daughter has learned how to walk (and run) around. PHEW! I'm exhausted! Anyway, back in April 2018, my husband and I started on our journey to try to conceive a second child. You may or… Continue reading Another Day, Another Loss
Slow cooker meals are some of the easiest ways to eat healthy and feel satisfied. This Chicken Taco Soup couldn't be easier and it's sure to please. My favorite part about this recipe is that it uses many items that I always have in my pantry. You can avoid going to the grocery store but… Continue reading Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup
A freshly baked chocolate chip cookie is one of the absolute best desserts on the planet. Enjoying that first decadent bite of a perfectly soft, chewy, chocolatey cookie can send you into a state of euphoria and leave you wanting more. On your quest to making that perfect dessert, you'll find millions of recipes. Unfortunately,… Continue reading The Best Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies
One of my absolute favorite side dishes is crispy roasted potatoes, but they can be time consuming to make to the perfect crispiness. The best roasted potatoes have a deliciously balanced salty flavor, crispy skin, and soft center. To make them, I would usually blanch the potatoes and roast them in the oven, which would… Continue reading Acid Reflux-Friendly Crispy Potatoes
Since I made the decision to stay home with my daughter, I've been looking for ways to earn extra money and get free stuff. I love getting free samples from various stores and websites (I'll post these later), as well as clipping coupons to save (or make) money, but my favorite freebies are gift cards.… Continue reading 4 Easy Ways To Get Free Starbucks, Amazon, and Target Gift Cards
Chili is one of my all-time favorite meals to serve. Not only is it fast, easy, and delicious, it's also a healthful option that I can tweak depending on what I have in my pantry or fridge. I've listed my recipe below but you can certainly add any of your favorite sweet vegetables (like green… Continue reading Simple and Delicious Slow Cooker Turkey Chili
This is a continuation of my personal story. If you’re looking for the beginning, click here: Please Breathe: My Personal Battle With Unexplained Infertility (Part One) The longest moment of my life was from the moment my daughter was born to the moment I heard her cry. It felt like an eternity. “Please breathe,… Continue reading Please Breathe: My Personal Battle With Unexplained Infertility (Final Chapter)
This is a continuation of my personal story. If you’re looking for the beginning, click here: Please Breathe: My Personal Battle With Unexplained Infertility (Part One) It just so happens that I found out I was pregnant the day that I had scheduled my appointment. I was able to cancel my appointment with joy and… Continue reading Please Breathe: My Personal Battle With Unexplained Infertility (Part Four)
