A Magical Christmas :: An Appreciation For The Mom Who Made It Special
As an adult, I often find myself reflecting on the cherished memories of Christmases past. Each holiday season, the warmth and wonder of my childhood Christmases come rushing back, and it's impossible not to feel a profound sense of gratitude for the woman who made it all possible – my mom. Oddly enough, she is not fully captivated by all things Christmas. She prefers to sing carols in July and to skip the frenzy the holidays can bring. However, like most things regarding my mom, she is always selfless in taking stellar care of others, meticulously attending to their needs and interests. She always gave me the...
Did You Say Charcuterie?
I jumped on the charcuterie board train when they became popular a few years ago, and I’ve been riding the trend ever since because this is exactly how I like to eat! I’ve been known to forgo dinner choosing to indulge in what I call my "fancy" snacks from favorite niche grocery stores Sprouts and Trader Joes. Charcuterie boards have become a fun and fancy way to serve and eat my fancy snacks. Also, if you have finicky eaters, try introducing new foods on a charcuterie platter and watch your family turn into foodies!
The nice thing about charcuterie boards is that there are so many options.
They can be made to serve one person, e.g., a charcuterie...
November is Sweet Potato Awareness Month
This tasty vegetable is a must on our menu for Thanksgiving. Sweet potatoes are very nutritious and have an excellent source of vitamin C, and potassium. Sweet potatoes can be prepared in several different ways, such as fried, baked and even boiled which is known to be the healthiest way to cook a sweet potato. The holiday season is near, and I have listed some names of dishes that you can prepare with your sweet potatoes. Whether you boil and drizzle with honey or mash and top with pecans and marshmallows, sweet potatoes have become a staple at Thanksgiving tables.
What is a Sweet Potato?
Sweet potatoes are large, starchy, sweet-tasting vegetables that are native to...
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Don't Miss Pancakes with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Barn Hill Preserve!
Pancakes with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Barn Hill Preserve is the perfect opportunity to plan your Christmas Card photos with Santa! Barn Hill Preserve will have beautiful Christmas decor as well as holiday photo ops for you and your family to enjoy! This event is bound to make the holiday spirit come to life!
𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐘 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎 𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐒 𝐀 𝐏𝐈𝐂𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐀 𝐁𝐀𝐁𝐘 𝐊𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐎!
The event occurs every Saturday and Sunday from November...
Mothering Through Grief During The Holidays
As the holiday season approaches, I feel a sense of dread come over me. Seeing all of the Halloween and Thanksgiving decorations fill the store shelves is not giving me the same excitement that it has in the past. And instead of excitement about Christmas, I feel anxiety. This year is different. You see, my mom passed away earlier this year so this will be my first holiday season without her.
Grief is funny because I didn’t always spend the holidays with my mom, so that's not really what has me feeling down. In fact, since I moved away from my hometown and started my own family, we often choose to make memories in our...
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Mardi Gras From the Perspective of a Krewe Dancer
Mardi Gras From the Perspective of a Krewe Dancer
It's that time of year we have been working towards all year long. Preparing three to...
