This is one of my favorite Christmastime treats. Â I got it from a women’s event at our old church several years ago (in 2001, I think), and I love making it for Christmas parties and gatherings. Â But, you might want to warn people that this is a sweet version of its look-alike, savory counterpart…or you may end up with a …
Pumpkin Puree
 A couple of weeks ago, I spotted the first pumpkins in the grocery store…I couldn’t help myself. I bought 3. . I love all things pumpkin: pumpkin oatmeal, pumpkin chili, pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, pumpkin muffins, pumpkin coffee ;), and pumpkin seeds… . A few years ago, Ree – The Pioneer Woman posted about making a completely from-scratch Thanksgiving …
Friday Favorites: Handmade Gifts
Christmas is less than 100 days away. (I won’t put the actual number…but yes, I do know what it is.)  . I don’t know about you, but, I do not have a crafty, creative bone in my body…I wish I did! I would love to be able to give handmade Christmas and birthday gifts… Thankfully, I have discovered that the …
Caramel Chocolate Chunk Cookie Bars
. Ingredients: 2 cups flour 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 2 sticks butter (softened) ¾ cup brown sugar, firmly packed ¾ cup granulated sugar 1 tsp vanilla 2 eggs 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chunks (chop your own, or use 1 12oz package of chocolate chips or chunks) 1-1½ cups caramel bits (I used Kraft Premium Caramel Bits. If …
{Not} Back to School Blog Hop: Our Homeschool Room
I am not at all exaggerating when I say I think this may be my favorite room in the house. . . We have a great loft area upstairs, which I immediately claimed as our play/schoolroom when we were moving in! I love it. I know not everyone has the luxury of a dedicated school room…so I am enjoying it …