60's and 70's Throwback with Pepsi

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Pepsi and Mountain Dew are taking a nostalgic trip back in time by offering special retro formula of their popular beverages sweetened with natural sugar, just as they were back in the ‘60s and ‘70s, giving us fans, literally, a taste of the past. In honor of this promotion, I teamed up with Pepsi to… [Continue Reading]

Talking Tomatoes and Their Health Benefits

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I’m not a huge tomato fan but I do think they are important to have your diet and below are just a few of the reasons why you should incorporate them into your daily eating. Reduction in Heart Disease Risk Tomatoes are a very good source of potassium and a good source of niacin, vitamin… [Continue Reading]

$1000 Chocolate Toffee Pecan Cookies

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Please welcome my guest poster. Lynn is a stay at home, homeschooling mom to three. She loves to cook and try all kinds of recipes. You can follow her adventures in the kitchen at Lynn’s Kitchen Adventures. My family loves cookies, and I am glad because cookies are one of my favorite things to bake…. [Continue Reading]

Mother’s Day Gift Idea – Mrs. Prindable’s Apples

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Mother’s day is around the corner and if you’re looking for something special and delicious this year, have a look at Mrs. Prindable’s Apples.  I included these in my Holiday Gift Guide for 2008 because they are so good and something that my parents would give out to all the families for Christmas. There are… [Continue Reading]

Last Cake Standing Challenge Winner, Mary Maher

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The winner of the Last Cake Standing challenge and $50,000 was Mary Maher who finished the challenge making a sweet 16 cake for the sextuplets. All three challengers making it to the end were deserving to be there and it was exciting to watch it unfold. I read through all the comments on my previous… [Continue Reading]

One Hour Chicken and Oatmeal Rice Casserole

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Have you ever set out to make something only to realize that you don’t have the ingredients so you’re scurrying around trying to think of something else to make?  Well, try being in that situation when you’re feeding a cowboy crew. This recipe would be one of those times and even though it was pretty… [Continue Reading]

“Green Bagging It” Kroger Design by MY MOM

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Did you know that if you create a bag design over at Kroger, they will give you a reusable shopping bag?  WOOT!  It’s easy to design one, so easy in fact, MY MOM created one!  I’m so proud of her and her design. “Green Bagging It”  I wanted to show you the enlarged picture because… [Continue Reading]

The Best Strawberry Banana Smoothie

Because I’m trying to lose weight, I’m really watching what I eat.  Every morning I wake up and decide what to eat.  I usually go for oatmeal, a healthy cereal or have a smoothie. Today is smoothie day!  My two favorite fruits, strawberries & bananas, in a drink!  And to make sure I’m getting a… [Continue Reading]

Green Giveaway – Bissell, Brita, Tide and Green Works

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If you’re like me, you’re taking baby steps towards a greener lifestyle.  Every little bit helps right?  I have a long ways to go and I’m sure many of you do too so to help, As one of the Eleven Moms of Walmart, I have brought a nice little green package to the table for… [Continue Reading]

FAGE Yogurt – Diabetic and Gluten Free Friendly

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Yogurt is something that, I feel, you have to acquire a taste for.  I have always despised yogurt until recently.  Because of it’s many health benefits, I’m learning to like it.  Then, I was told, by the owner of this ranch, Amy, who is a very sweet woman I might add, about  FAGE, a Greek… [Continue Reading]

Baked Squash Casserole

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I’m actually not a fan of squash but everyone I know loves it.  I try to cook it often for my family and for the cowboys but get tired of the same ol’ fried squash.  I decided this time around to try some baked squash.  I fed the cowboys today and must have done something… [Continue Reading]

Entertaining with Southern Living at HOME Decor

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Have you noticed some of the platters I’ve been using in my photos? They are from Southern Living at HOME.  I have to say, I was quite surprised by the beauty and quality of these pieces.  I’ve never had much for entertaining purposes and while these can be used anytime, I enjoy bringing them out… [Continue Reading]

Breaded Boneless Pork Chops

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Another meal here on the ranch, only 5 more days to go.  I NEVER cook pork chops or chicken for cowboys.  We get our beef furnished with our job so I might as well use that right?  But I needed a break from beef and decided to cook pork chops. Now of course, I had… [Continue Reading]