Grocery Shopping Tips to Save Time and Money

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Something I have decided to implement this New Year is a more frugal way of living. And in my journey to become frugal, I plan to share my tips that I’ve learned and try,  on to you! I think with the economy like it is right now, it would be in ALL of our best… [Continue Reading]

Reindeer Cookies

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I make these every Christmas. They are a big hit with the kids. I believe the recipe came form Pillsbury originally, but you can use any sugar cookie dough. INGREDIENTS 1 roll refrigerated sugar cookies 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup vanilla ready-to-spread frosting (or make your own) 64 small pretzel twists 64 semisweet chocolate… [Continue Reading]

Just Seeing How Many of You Read My Posts

Christmas is almost here but as for most, it won’t be much.  We went with quality of quantity this year so one kid only has 2 gifts to open.  Of course little man will make out this year but he’s two and was actually in need of some fun toys!  A couple of things that… [Continue Reading]

Fun with Smuckers and the Stars on Ice

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So how many of you watch Stars on Ice or even ice skating in general?  We do and always have so on this Christmas Day , the 25th (on NBC), we will be watching the “Hot Ice, Cool Sounds” presented by Smucker’s.  Aside from all the talented skaters like Brian Boitano and Sasha Cohen, Mr…. [Continue Reading]

Spending the Holidays with Il Divo

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What’s the holidays here, music is a must!  We love to listen to music during this season, well I do for sure and getting my home ready for company will be so much more fun with the sounds of Il Divo.  My mom loves the group as well as myself. I have both “The Promise”… [Continue Reading]

Holiday Almond Popcorn Crunch Candy

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In need of a very good treat to give for the holiday?  Almond bark, popcorn, pretzels, peanuts oh my!!  This is the perfect, affordable treat that when wrapped in cute holiday buckets and plastic goody bags, will make anyone smile!   You can make it small and large batches and even use different themed bags &… [Continue Reading]

Reindeer Have to Eat Too!

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Okay, so this isn’t about real food but I couldn’t help but bring it up with Christmas is around the corner.  I mean, reindeer have to eat too! If you don’t already know, there’s a VERY cool site where you can choose from different packages that include a letter from Santa Claus and even reindeer… [Continue Reading]

Product Submission for Holiday Gift Guide

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Do you have a great product or provide a service that is somehow food, cooking, or kitchen organization related???  If so, you can submit it for consideration to be included in My Wooden Spoon’s 2008 Holiday Gift Guide. The Holiday Gift Guide will be launching right before Thanksgiving to help families gear up for the… [Continue Reading]