Can you believe that summer is almost over? It seems like a few weeks ago I was busy getting our pool opened up for the season and my veggies into the garden. In all actuality, all of those things occurred in the second week of May and now we are already five days into September. Sigh...where did … [Read more...] about Rosé Sangria Cocktail Recipe
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Lavender-Thyme Iced Tea Recipe
I admit, we are big iced tea drinkers. We make a lot of homemade iced tea, all year long. We enjoy it sweetened or flavored with lemon, peaches or raspberries. Well, any type of fruit flavoring would do! Out of all beverages in the world (besides water), I would could live off of iced tea! When … [Read more...] about Lavender-Thyme Iced Tea Recipe
Sunshine Grapefruit Mocktail Recipe
I admit, I rarely drink alcohol anymore. When my daughter and son-in-law prepare cocktails, they typically make me a mocktail instead. These days you can enjoy a mocktail that tastes just like it's alcohol-filled counterpart or even better. Here's a fun fact: According to Psychology Today, … [Read more...] about Sunshine Grapefruit Mocktail Recipe
The I Heart Naptime Cookbook: Review
If you’re a fan of Jamielyn Nye’s blog, I Heart Naptime, you’re sure to enjoy her new cookbook. The concept behind her blog is that naptime is a special time for moms, an indulgent hour to relax, cook, bake, and do some fun crafts. Her cookbook carries this concept from the internet to the printed … [Read more...] about The I Heart Naptime Cookbook: Review
Unstuffed Green Pepper Soup Recipe for the Slow Cooker
How many of you enjoy eating stuffed green peppers? You know, the green bell peppers that you hollow out and stuff with a rice, hamburger and tomato sauce based filling, and then bake in the oven? Well, if you love those bell peppers stuffed, I think you'll love this slow cooker recipe to make this … [Read more...] about Unstuffed Green Pepper Soup Recipe for the Slow Cooker
Chilled Tomato, Watermelon and Basil Soup Recipe
It can be difficult to remain calm, cool and collected in the midst of summer's longest, hottest, and stickiest nights. One key to beating the heat is to stick with refreshing, chilled eats. However, some of the best chilled treats like ice cream, Italian ice, ice cream sundaes, etc. can be packed … [Read more...] about Chilled Tomato, Watermelon and Basil Soup Recipe
Little Black Dress Rosé is the Perfect Summer Accessory
A trend that I’ve spotted this summer and actually over the last few years is the popularity of Rosé wine. Rosé consumption has actually been on the rise for the last decade and the United States is currently ranked as the world’s third largest producer of rosé wine and is gaining ground as the … [Read more...] about Little Black Dress Rosé is the Perfect Summer Accessory
Green Lentil Vegetable Lasagne for Two Recipe
How many of you knew that National Lasagna Day was back on July 29th? I didn't know that, but then again, every day seems to be a national day for something, so it's hard to keep track of them all. For those of you who love lasagna and looking to give it a healthier twist, I think you'll enjoy … [Read more...] about Green Lentil Vegetable Lasagne for Two Recipe