Star Wars is one of the most popular movie franchises in the world. My husband Sam has been a huge Star Wars fan since the early 1980's and has collected 1,000s of items over the years. He owns figures, clothing, R2D2 full-size hamper, toys, games, puzzles, model kits, beach towels, bedding, home … [Read more...] about Star Wars Birthday Cake Ideas
Quick and Easy Weeknight Dinner – Chicken Bow-Tie Soup
Weeknights can be super busy in our household. My husband works long hours and then after work we try to help with the grandkids. There are times that I have 30 minutes or less to get a hot dinner onto the table. Sure, I could toss a pizza into the oven or pull out a pre-packaged meal...but … [Read more...] about Quick and Easy Weeknight Dinner – Chicken Bow-Tie Soup
Hand Painted LOVE HEART Seashell for Valentine’s Day
This hand painted LOVE HEART seashell would be perfect to give to your sweetheart on Valentine's Day or use them as little home decor accents. I decorate in a Coastal Cottage style and I think they're adorable! You can make several of them in one weekend using found seashells collected from the … [Read more...] about Hand Painted LOVE HEART Seashell for Valentine’s Day
Home Canning Kosher-Style Pickles with Recipe and Tips
Cucumbers grow really well in central Pennsylvania and every year I end up with an abundance of them. Throughout the summer months I'll make a batch of bread & butter pickles, sweet pickles and kosher-style pickles. I keep 4 jars of each different type and the rest I like to give as Christmas … [Read more...] about Home Canning Kosher-Style Pickles with Recipe and Tips
Creative and Fun Over the Hill 60th Birthday Party Ideas
October 2021 marked my husband Sam's 60th birthday along with a large birthday party complete with a live band, entertainment, catered food, decorations, and a lot of fun! The party was a HUGE success with all of his family, friends, and co-workers who attended the event. When planning a milestone … [Read more...] about Creative and Fun Over the Hill 60th Birthday Party Ideas
Safety Tips for Walking During the Winter Season
Walking is one of the best forms of exercise that you can do. It's low-impact and you'll utilize all of the muslces in your body. It's a way to burn calories, get your digestive system moving, and it's a great way to get oxygen deep down into your lungs. I enjoy walking outdoors year round. … [Read more...] about Safety Tips for Walking During the Winter Season
Cleaning Out and Organizing the Bathroom Medicine Cabinet
For the past 4 months I've been on a mission to get things cleaned out, organized and downsized throughout our home. We're older now and empty nesters. Just the two of us, so we don't need all of these things that we've been holding onto for years. By cleaning things out...we'll be saving a lot of … [Read more...] about Cleaning Out and Organizing the Bathroom Medicine Cabinet
Blanket Tents Aren’t Just for Kids – They’re for Cats Too!
Building tents out of blankets is something that all young children enjoy. When I was growing up my brother and I would spend hours draping blankets across the furniture and coming up with elaborate tent designs. We would then play in them and often times sleep in them later that night. It was … [Read more...] about Blanket Tents Aren’t Just for Kids – They’re for Cats Too!