The summer trifecta - Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day - is basically just one long excuse to eat outside and pretend that red, white, and blue food counts as festive, not weird. And listen, I’m all for a big sheet cake moment, but sometimes it’s nice to give everyone their own little treat (especially when you're trying to avoid that one guest who insists on cutting "just a sliver" and ends up sawing through half the cake). These personal-sized patriotic dessert cakes are cute,

Simple Mexican Corn Casserole
If your family is anything like mine, Mexican food is an often requested favorite. I'm a big fan of easy Mexican dishes that taste great and don't take long to put together. This Mexican Corn Casserole recipe is a great way to enjoy a little Mexican flavor without spending all day in the kitchen. How do you make Mexican Corn Casserole? One of my favorite things about this delicious side dish is how easy it is to make! Most of the ingredients are things I have on hand in my

Easy Refried Bean Soup Recipe in the Slow Cooker
I love soup, especially when the temperature drops and there is a constant chill in the air. There is something about a hot bowl of soup that just warms me up from the inside out. Considering I love Tex-Mex food too, I immediately wanted to create a Mexican-inspired soup when I partnered with our sponsors Conagra, for a quick and easy recipe post featuring Rotel and Rosarita for game days. This Refried Bean Soup recipe will win over even those who don’t normally care for refried

Baked Tomato Mozzarella
Since this is proving to be the winter that just will not end, I'm leaning in to all of my favorite comfort foods and even trying a few new ones. This baked tomato mozzarella dish is making me feel a lot better about the piles of snow I have to maneuver around everytime I step outside. There's nothing like melty, cheesy goodness to make a gray, winter day feel bright and sunny. Try this Baked Tomato Mozzarella recipe yourself. It's hearty and robust and perfect for this cold weather. But

Your Must Have Garden Tools List
When my husband and I bought our first house, it came with a garden smack dab in the middle of the backyard. It was basically a mound of dirt with some railroad ties around it, but I was intrigued by the challenge it presented. Could I actually grow some of my own food? And what should I add to my must-have garden tools list? That first summer, I did my best at being a successful gardener. I bought the seeds and starter plants and added fertilizer to the soil before planting. Then I sat back

Your Bird Problems – SOLVED!!
If you've been here for a while, you've seen me develop a love for gardening. That was definitely one of the things I was most excited about when we bought our house! My excitement started to fade a bit when I discovered that we have no shortage of critters here that love to mess with anything I plant. Seriously - beyond the rabbits and deer eating every thing in sight (which I kind of expected) we actually have voles that have taken to digging up my bulb and replanting them in different places.
Recipes

25 Yummy St. Patrick’s Day Drinks
It's tradition to serve up great drinks on St. Patrick's Day. And whether you're partying with your friends or your kids, you'll find a delicious drink recipe here. From yummy and kid-friendly Shamrock Shakes to green cocktails for the adults, there's a green or Irish-inspired drink here for everyone. 25 Yummy St. Patrick's Day Drinks 1. Shamrock Shake Copycat Recipe {Bargain Briana} 2. Lemon ...
Travel

Family Road Trip Tips for a Smooth and Safe Journey
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How to Travel Between Continents With Your Family
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