We got an early dose of spring this week, and I’m not ready for the warm temperatures! Alas, I don’t have much choice in the matter. The Creamy Veggie Tortellini Soup I made earlier this week is likely the last soup I will make until fall. This month should be mostly routine, but we do have a visit from family happening as we near … [Read more...] about March 2024 Dinner Menu
Italian Hasselback Chicken
I saw this recipe a couple of months ago and immediately knew that I wanted to try it. I’ve made it a couple of times, and my husband enjoys it so much that I now plan to make it regularly. Ingredients (Inspired by this recipe.) 1 jar (24 oz.) spaghetti sauce 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 8 slices mozzarella or … [Read more...] about Italian Hasselback Chicken
February 2024 Dinner Menu
January was pretty uneventful for us. We continued doing school, learning about our new community, and trying to form new routines. One unexpected and fun thing that did happen was a rare snowfall! We don’t see snow that often here, so my girls were thrilled to be able to play in it. We don’t have any special plans for this month. I may … [Read more...] about February 2024 Dinner Menu
Solutions for Stinky Shoes
I’m starting this year by literally airing some dirty laundry. In recent months, my family has had quite the problem with stinky shoes. My kids’ shoes, my husband’s shoes, and my shoes—all are victims of bromodosis (the scientific term for smelly feet). I’ve tried several approaches for removing the odor. After numerous attempts, I … [Read more...] about Solutions for Stinky Shoes
January 2024 Dinner Menu
I typically write a “year in review” post that I share at the end of December, but I simply didn’t have time for that during this past week! I feel like most of our year was spent preparing to move and then actually moving, so it might have been a little redundant anyway. We had a nice, relatively low-key Christmas. Now—ready or … [Read more...] about January 2024 Dinner Menu
Christmas Light Safety Tips
The glow of Christmas lights is one of the many enjoyable aspects of the Christmas season. Unfortunately, for many families, the tradition of Christmas lights quickly turns to tragedy. In the U.S., nearly 15,000 people are treated in hospital emergency departments each year because of injuries related to holiday decorating (source). … [Read more...] about Christmas Light Safety Tips
December 2023 Dinner Menu
December is here! We have chilly weather outside and warm foods inside. The Christmas season is always special, but it is especially wonderful when you have kids. Just the other day I saw my oldest daughter staring at the Christmas tree. She turned to me after a bit and told me how pretty it was. I love how magical the season is for … [Read more...] about December 2023 Dinner Menu
Apple Cider Cookies
There are so many fall flavors to enjoy! Though I do enjoy the wildly popular flavor of pumpkin spice, my favorite fall flavor is apple. I love apple pie, caramel apples, apple cobbler (like my Snickerdoodle Apple Cobbler), and apple cider. When I saw a recipe for Apple Cider Cookies, I knew I needed to try them. They did not … [Read more...] about Apple Cider Cookies
