What Are You Thankful for This Year?Here are the MANY things I am thankful for this year:1. My family2. My friends3. My health4. My pets5. My blogging buddies6. A roof over my head7. Food on the table8. A car that runs9. Being able to help people in need10. My kids' teachers11. Living in a beautiful state12. My new job at Collective Bias13. New experiences14. Meeting new friends15. TV shows I love16. Visits with my family17. Family vacations18. A … [Read more...]
Unique Twists on Traditional Holiday Recipes with Chef David Eisel
November 18, 2012 by · 21 Comments
Want to Try Something New This Holiday?~ Some Cool Recipes for the Holidays & Leftover Meals ~I had the privilege of interviewing Chef David Eisel, who is the Bob Evans Executive Development Chef. He was able to give me some great suggestions for cooking this holiday season. When I entertain and cook for the holidays, I use the same recipes year after year. It is nice to keep some of those traditional recipes going with the family, but it's also … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway {5 Families Will WIN!}
November 6, 2012 by · 106 Comments
THE PAY IT FORWARD CREW IS DOING IT AGAIN!WE HAVE ALL WORKED HARD AT PUTTING THIS GIVEAWAY TOGETHER AND WE ARE BLESSED ENOUGH TO BRING YOU A THANKSGIVING DINNER GIVEAWAY! WE ALL KNOW THE HOLIDAYS CAN BE HARD ON EVERYONE! NOT HAVING ENOUGH TO GIVE THE GIFTS YOU WANT OR PUT THE FOOD ON THE TABLE THAT YOU WANT! THAT IS WHY WE WANT TO HELP YOU OUT! WE ARE GOING TO BE GIVING! 5 FAMILIES A COMPLETE THANKSGIVING DINNER. THE DINNER WILL CONSIST OF THE … [Read more...]
Kids’ Book Review Day: “P is for Pilgrim” by, Carol Crane
November 21, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
As you've read in previous reviews, you know how much I like the Alphabet Book series, so I thought a review of "P is for Pilgrim" would be appropriate for this time of the year! This wonderful hardback book with beautiful illustrations talks all about Thanksgiving's traditions and history. It's a nice book for kids to learn about the holiday and early settlers here in America. The book is for 6 years old and up (listed best for grades … [Read more...]