November 09, 2026

Christmas Picture Books

Since the children were small, I have picked out 24 Christmas themed picture books and wrapped them up for Advent.  As new books were discovered from the library, I would purchase them and add them to our personal collection.  Usually I would wrap them just after Christmas and pack them away with our decorations so that they were ready for the following year.  Below is a list of our favorite Christmas Picture Books, old and new that we have unwrapped in what has become one of our favorite family Christmas traditions.  


November 01, 2026

Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe

 

A stuffed mushrooms recipe that is definitely worth the extra effort.  Bite size, creamy and delicious.  Your guests will leave only crumbs on the platter before the event is over.

October 04, 2026

Pumpkin Cookie Recipe

 
I love everything there is about Autumn.  The crisp cooler days, the changing colors of the leaves and of course . . . the wonderful holidays that come at this time of year.


I am always looking for new recipes to try . . . especially desserts!  This pumpkin cookie recipe originally came from Allrecipes and it quickly became a new holiday favorite. 

September 21, 2026

Autumn Bucket List

 


Apple Picking
Pumpkin Carving
Corn Maze
Nature Walk
Fall Festival
Hayride
Decorate Your Home
Warm Fall Drink
Apple Pie
Pumpkin Cookies
Autumn Scented Candle
Homemade Applesauce
Craft Fair
Take a Scenic Drive
Homemade Soup
Thrift a Cozy Sweater
Plant Bulbs for Spring
Apple Cider



September 06, 2026

Apple Pie Recipe

 

An apple pie recipe is a staple in everyone's recipe box.  One with a flaky, melt in your mouth crust and a sweet apple filling.  A pie that has everyone asking for a second piece, warm . . . with ice cream!

August 02, 2026

Seven Layer Dip Recipe

 

This seven layer dip recipe has become a staple at almost every event I host.  It is very colorful, looks wonderful on a buffet table and is delicious. I never have any leftovers when I make this dip!