Over the last couple of months, because of the COVID-19 pandemic, putting together menus has been a challenge. There have been many times that stores were out of what we wanted. We use curbside grocery pickup, so when the items we request are unavailable, the stores make substitutions. Because of these substitutions, we’ve ended up with nearly … [Read more...] about Creamy Garlic Meatballs
Archives for 2020
How to Store a Cucumber Without it Getting Mushy
My middle daughter loves cucumbers. They are her favorite vegetable. Unfortunately, I’ve found it a little difficult to keep them fresh. I’ll slice a portion of a cucumber for her one day and it’ll be nice and crisp. Two days later I’ll slice some more and it’ll be mushy and gross. I’ve done a little research and tried various … [Read more...] about How to Store a Cucumber Without it Getting Mushy
14 Fun Ways for Kids to Interact with Loved Ones Over Video Calls
We’ve used video calls to keep my kids in contact with their grandparents for years. However, since the COVID-19 pandemic began, we’ve been using it more frequently and we’ve been using it to connect with additional family members and friends. In my experience, it is easier for little kids to engage with loved ones using video calls … [Read more...] about 14 Fun Ways for Kids to Interact with Loved Ones Over Video Calls
May 2020 Dinner Menu
The events of this year have been anything but expected! As I look at the title of this post, I have a difficult time believing it is actually May. It is, though, which means it is time for another menu. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, stores have had a difficult time keeping some items in stock. Without knowing what I’d be able to … [Read more...] about May 2020 Dinner Menu
Butter Pecan Muffins
I’d had a nearly empty bag of pecans in my freezer for a while. This past week I finally got around to using them! These amazing Butter Pecan Muffins only require a couple of tablespoons of chopped pecans, so they were a perfect way to use what I had. Though they only require a small amount of pecans, they have a big, delicious … [Read more...] about Butter Pecan Muffins
Why Do Americans Place So Little Value on Older Adults?
My husband and I have reflected several times over the last few weeks about how the COVID-19 pandemic has placed a magnifying glass over numerous issues we have in our society. The pandemic hasn’t caused these issues, but it certainly has highlighted them. Among these issues is the way Americans perceive and treat our elderly. COVID-19 … [Read more...] about Why Do Americans Place So Little Value on Older Adults?
9 Realistic Ways for Moms to Recharge
Mothering is hard work. In fact, it’s so challenging that saying it is “hard work” might be an understatement. As a stay-at-home mom of three young kids, I find it very difficult to recharge. I’m on the job 24/7. There’s no lunch break. There’s no vacation. Most of the time I can’t even go to the bathroom without a child hollering at me … [Read more...] about 9 Realistic Ways for Moms to Recharge
How to Love Your Neighbors During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Life looks a lot different today than it normally does, but being under lockdown because of a pandemic doesn’t exempt us from the tenets of our faith, including that of loving our neighbors. We’re supposed to be “social distancing,” which means we can’t be in close proximity to our neighbors. Given this, how exactly can we do things to … [Read more...] about How to Love Your Neighbors During the COVID-19 Pandemic
