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Recipes & TIPs for Everyday Living!

Replace It With Greek Yogurt

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There are so many health benefits in eating Greek yogurt. Just a few years ago, you had search for Greek yogurt.  Not only is it in every store now, but you have several to choose from.      Here are just a few: Higher protein than regular plain yogurt (18-20g vs 8g) Lower sodium than regular… Read More

How To Dust A Lampshade

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Here is a very simple way to dust your lampshade. I’ve always had a hard time with this especially with softer fabric lamp shades.  I’ve tried vacuuming with the hose and brush attachment, but that isn’t always convenient. We have a little dog who jumps up on the top of the sofa to nap when… Read More

Butterscotch Toffee Cookies

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My butter scotch toffee cookies are the perfect blend of buttery sweetness. They are soft, chewy and delicious. This is a semi-homemade recipe that is great for cookie exchanges and bakes sales, but also fabulous when you are just looking for a yummy cookie. I made them for a bake sale recently and they quickly… Read More

Oreo Marshmallow Treats

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Here is a twist on rice krispy treats, minus the rice krispies. Oreo Marshmallow Treats 1 Bag Marshmallow 5 TBSP Butter 1 Package Oreo Cookies Break down the Oreos either using a food processor or a large ziplok bag and a rolling pin and set aside. Place marshmallows and butter in a saucepan and stir… Read More

Kids Birthday Beach Party

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I came across some old photos of my daughter’s 5th birthday party.  That year, we did a “Beach” theme.  I had a large inflatable pool set up under canopy and a slip and slide nearby.  It was a large one that had mini inflatable boogie boards.  In between splashing and sliding, I wet down our… Read More

Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub

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This vanilla brown sugar scrub is amazing and leaves your skin feeling so soft!  I have dry skin and if I use this regularly, my rough, flaky skin becomes silky smooth.  But best of all, its so simple and affordable to make!    Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub 2 Cups Brown Sugar… Read More

Chicken Parmesan Burgers

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Last night we had leftover Chicken Sausage Burgers, but I wanted it to seem like a completely different meal than the night before.  So I made them into Chicken Parmesan Burgers.  I just warmed the burgers in marinara sauce and melted mozzarella on top.  These would also be fantastic served on garlic bread with a… Read More

Chicken Sausage Burgers

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This recipe came about from one of my “What’s For Dinner” moments several months ago.  We happened to have been in a dinner rut too.  None of our regular meals sounded appealing and we needed something new.  I had been wanting to try making some chicken meatballs so I had a couple of packages of… Read More

Cleaning Carpet Stains

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Cleaning carpet stains is not my favorite thing to do. Yesterday, this red drink flew out of my child’s hand and splattered across the dining room carpet. Of the house we are renting. That we are responsible for. [Insert Shriek Here]     I was horrified.  Every drop missing from this bottle sprayed across about a… Read More