I used to be indecisive. Now I’m not sure.
This evening was really fun. I did some baking with the grand-kids. Friday is my sister’s birthday and we are planning something special (and funny!!) for her. Anthony is super excited to share this...
View ArticleHappy Birthday to a Great Sport!
My sister can take a joke with the best of them and today was no exception. We made her a cake for her birthday and invited her over to celebrate. Well let me back up a second and explain why we were...
View ArticleRich Collins
Two years ago we got to meet the Imagination Movers with our grandson Anthony. We had VIP passes and got the full experience. After the show we went to a private area with other families, the kids got...
View ArticleIrish Colcannon
One of my favorite dishes is colcannon. We make a variation of it for random meal nights using canned corned beef, but there is nothing like authentic colcannon. Buttery potatoes and salty bacon just...
View ArticleHomemade Cleaning Solutions
Since today is the first day of spring, I thought I would share a few secrets I have learned for spring cleaning. Its amazing what you can do with Blue Dawn! Here is a chart of things you can mix...
View ArticleChoosing Paint Colors
My hubby and I are going to remodel our room. It’s part of my spring cleaning purge this year. We decided to paint. I have no idea how I am going to pick this color. He wants a blue bedroom and I want...
View ArticleTime to make the donuts
It’s Monday and Im up early… hmm what to write about on the blog? I was telling someone the other day about a commercial that played for Dunkin Donuts when I was younger. There was an older gentlemen...
View ArticleHow to Make Flavored Water Naturally
Water is so important! Our bodies are 70% water, it is essential to our cells, it also helps replenish old ones with new ones, and keeps us looking and feeling young. Did you know that when you’re...
View ArticleAmerican Red Cross
You can help people affected by disasters like tornadoes, floods and other crises by making a donation to American Red Cross Disaster Relief. A gift of any size supports the lifesaving mission of the...
View ArticleHappy Birthday
NanaPoppins is pleased to announce we had a birthday at the start of this month. I cant believe it has been 3 years already and I look forward to even more! This month also has many birthdays of family...
View ArticleFro~Pro~Yo!
In May the doctor gave me some news that had me rethinking my diet. Since then I have lost 25 lbs and 15 inches! That has taken a ton of work!! I have to get creative with different recipes to keep it...
View ArticleMunch – Book Review & Giveaway!
Munch by Matthew Van Fleet ~ The day I received the book I took it over to the grandchildren. I was super excited to see Carter’s reaction. He has really been getting into books lately and this hard...
View ArticleWhat is a #hashtag?
The hatch mark # “pound” or “number” symbol is now known by social media users as a “#hashtag” Posts that have the same word prefixed with the # symbol are grouped together in user searches. That is a...
View ArticleChris and Heidi Powell
I adore Chris and Heidi Powell! They are truly what motivates me currently as I go threw this transformation. Each time I think.. ”Ugh I cant do this!” One of them post something inspirational or a...
View ArticleOctober Birthdays
We would like to say Happy Birthday to all those born in the month of October. We have quite a few family members having a birthday soon. Here is hoping all those wishes come true!! Happy Birthday to:...
View ArticleApples & Bananas
Many of us forget that sometimes, the simplest answers are the best. Better health could be as easy as reaching in the fruit bowl for an apple or banana next time you need a snack. Here are a few...
View Article50 Calorie Brownies
50 Calorie Brownies 3/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt 1/4 cup skim milk 1/2 cup Cocoa powder 1/2 cup Old fashioned rolled oats 1/2 cup Stevia (or any natural/stevia based sweetener that pours like sugar) 1...
View ArticleChicken Stuffing Casserole
Ingredients: 1 box Orzo pasta 3.5 cups cooked chicken, cut into bite-sized cubes 1 package frozen broccoli 1 can chicken broth low sodium 1 box stuffing mix, prepared 1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese...
View Article52 Week Savings Plan
This time of year we all wish we had some extra money. If you save money each week for 52 weeks at the end you will have accumulated $1,378 dollars. That sure would come in handy for all the holiday...
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