As 2014 draws to a close I feel really strongly like I want to share some thoughts about the year as well as some inspiration for 2015. 2014 has been one of the toughest years of my life, mostly because of the loss of my father on October 1. I’ll be completely honest and tell […]
Archives for December 2014
Cleaning for the holidays with BISSELL
Thanks to Bissell for sponsoring this discussion. Christmas came a little early at my house this year. I will show you what I mean. Yes, that is indeed a BISSELL ProHeat 2X® Premier 47A23 Upright Deep Cleaner and Scotchgard Protector Carpet Cleaning Solution. Don’t worry my husband has not lost his mind and given me […]
Cranberry Orange Fruit Dip + $110 Safeway Giveaway
I’m just going to go ahead and declare cranberry orange the flavor combination of 2014. I can’t seem to get enough of it and I am seeing it crop up everywhere. When Safeway asked me to create a recipe using one of the Lucerne limited edition holiday flavors, wouldn’t you know it, one of their […]
Get #MoreMerry with Sears
This is a sponsored post. I am a Sears blogger and all opinions are my own. Do you have any last minute shopping to do? Maybe you just need a new outfit so you can look your best for all your holiday fesitivities. No matter what the case, Sears has you covered. They are offering […]
White Chocolate Cranberry Blondies
I love dried cranberries all year long but during the holidays it is definitely time to bring on the cranberries! Today I’m sharing a recipe for white chocolate cranberry blondies.I just love how the tart cranberries go so well in desserts. It’s the perfect complement to the white chocolate and blondie bars. White Chocolate Cranberry […]
DIY Gift Card Ornaments
I think that sometimes gift cards can get a bum rap as gifts without a lot of thought behind them. I personally love to receive gift cards. For an indecisive person like myself, it can be really hard coming up with a wish list. I do understand though that they can be kind of boring […]
Holiday Recipes: Easy Garlic, Bacon, and Parmesan Appetizers with Mezzetta
Thanks to Mezzetta for sponsoring today’s recipe. Do you do any holiday entertaining? As you know, things can get really hectic trying to prepare and serve multiple dishes, keep the house from looking like a disaster, and most importantly, entertaining your guests. Today I’m sharing one of my favorite holiday recipes that will be a […]