Cantaloupe...it's one of my family's favorite fruits. We eat it year round as a snack, as a dessert or tossed into a fruit smoothie. When it comes to buying cataloupes you want to buy one that's ripe inside...not rotten. Since you can't see inside it...how do you tell if it's fresh and ready to be … [Read more...] about How to Buy the Perfect Ripe Cantaloupe
How to Remove Pulp from Butternut Squash and Turn Into Puree
Butternut Squash are extremely hard to peel...so I don't even bother. Instead...I roast (bake) my squash in the oven and then spoon the pulp out to use in various recipes. Once you have soft pulp...you'll need to use it (right away) or store it using one of the methods listed at the bottom of this … [Read more...] about How to Remove Pulp from Butternut Squash and Turn Into Puree
School Themed Painted Clam Shells Seashell Designs Teacher’s Gifts
The kids are back in school and the Christmas holiday is quickly approaching. Do you need a little handmade gift for that school teacher on your gift-giving list? If so, we have a very easy art and craft project for you today. If you paint the designs onto larger sized seashells they can be used as … [Read more...] about School Themed Painted Clam Shells Seashell Designs Teacher’s Gifts
Kevin & Sasa Dual-Tip Acrylic Paint Markers for Arts and Crafts
My grandchildren come over to my house for arts & crafts play dates 2-3 times a month. We've been holding these "dates" for the past 10 years and they always look forward to them. Doing these fun projects with the kids allows for great bonding time with them while teaching them all kinds of … [Read more...] about Kevin & Sasa Dual-Tip Acrylic Paint Markers for Arts and Crafts
Why Cooking at the Right Temperature is Essential for Food Safety
Cooking is more than just creating delicious meals—it’s also about keeping food safe to eat. Undercooked meat or poultry can harbor harmful bacteria, while overcooking can ruin texture and flavor. The simplest way to strike the right balance is by using a Typhur Instant Read Meat Thermometer. With … [Read more...] about Why Cooking at the Right Temperature is Essential for Food Safety
Fuller Brush Bendable Microfiber Duster
It's that time of the year when I do a deep Fall season throughout our home to prepare for the upcoming holiday season. To get my cleaning started I had to replace several items in my cleaning closet. For one...I needed a new microfiber dusting wand. I wanted one that could get into all of the nooks … [Read more...] about Fuller Brush Bendable Microfiber Duster
Chocolate S’mores Brownies Recipe
Chocolate brownies are a favorite in our household. We love them plain, with chocolate chips, peanut butter tossed into it and of course one of our favorites is Chocolate S'mores Brownies. If you're looking for an easy way to make them...you'll love this recipe which utilizes a box of brownie mix. … [Read more...] about Chocolate S’mores Brownies Recipe
Thrifting at Community Aid in Harrisburg
Two weeks ago I headed to the local Community Aid Thrift Store in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. On this particular trip I was looking for a few things to add to our coastal cottage beach decor. I enjoy looking for unique items that fit within the decorating theme of our home. When I find items at a … [Read more...] about Thrifting at Community Aid in Harrisburg