Broccoli and Cheese Soup

Here is a delicious and easy to make Broccoli and Cheese Soup.  I have altered the ingredients for this soup through the years until coming up with this final recipe, which is a household favorite.  It’s creamy but not heavy, the perfect level of cheesiness, and full of flavor. Served with a side of artisian homemade bread, I feel spoiled. I […]

“Yeah, I was Homeschooled”

There was once a little girl who loved to write. She loved books and history. Her mind played in the land of Literature and the lives of its authors. She loved playing piano, which spawned a deep appreciation for music. Learning was a part of her life, intertwined with hours spent outdoors, getting scraped up and dirty; those days turned […]

All is Well

I’ve been having moments lately, moments where I can truly say, “All is Well.” Those are good moments.  It’s a good season for us, a season of growth, new relationships and new adventures for our family.  That sometimes overly optimistic and hopeful side of me is alive and well. It’s been awhile for a little family update, I haven’t forgotten, […]

Easy DIY Pallet Compost Bin

Here’s an easy DIY pallet compost bin project from our house to yours.  This simple, inexpensive design takes less than an hour to put together.  The step-by-step tutorial below will walk you through this fun project and will have you composting in no time at all. Tools & Supplies Needed 5 – Wooden Pallets 6 – Six Foot Metal Fence […]

Elevated Walking Tacos Recipe

This is what I’m calling an “Elevated Walking Tacos” recipe. I’ve made this delicious concoction for many years now and it’s always a big hit.  I was inspired many years ago by the ever popular idea of putting a bean mixture into small personal sized bags of various chips and topping it with cheese, sour cream, etc.. That is what […]

Easy Beef and Cheese Enchiladas

This is an easy beef and cheese enchiladas recipe.  To save time you can use a ready made sauce straight from the shelf. Homemade taste better and is better for you, but no judging here, sometimes you need some convience in your life.  These have been a favorite in our home, especially among our boys and their friends.  We rarely […]

Having Hope in the New Year

Having hope in the New Year?  At the end of every year I seem to have an abundance of thoughts that race through my mind.  It’s usually a mix of memories from the past year, like things that I’m thankful for, things I’ve learned from and resolutions for the next year.  This year seems to be no exception, I have […]

Free Christmas Coloring Sheets

In leu of the season, here are some free Christmas coloring sheets.  Just click on the image you want and print!  Printables are a great way to help your kiddos get into the spirit of Christmas, as if they needed help.   Whether you need something to go along with a lesson or just a fun activity, coloring sheets are great […]

Beef and Cheese Lasagna

Here is a delicious beef and cheese lasagna recipe straight from my kitchen.  When I think of comfort food, a delicious lasagna definitely makes the list.  I will admit, it’s not the quickest of meals to pull together.  I find that preparing my sauce ahead of time really helps make this meal possible during a busy week. Lasagna is a […]