Baked Potato Bar

Baked Potato Bar

Having a baked potato “bar” is an easy meal idea that a lot of people like because you can tailor it for each person (kind of like tacos). You can offer whatever toppings you have or like. Pictured below are our family’s favorites. I also 

Samsung Dryer Issue

Samsung Dryer Issue

Last week when I went to empty the dryer, I was shocked by what I saw: That is the metal drum inside our dryer, cracked & with a giant hole in it! The dryer is only 3 years old! I called the local company we 

Fried Rice

Fried Rice

Fried rice always has a special place in my heart because I grew up eating it at my Grandparents house. I started making it for my family years ago & every time I make it, I think of my Grandma. When she was alive, I 

Oregon Soap Shoppe

Oregon Soap Shoppe

If you have never taken the time to check out the Oregon Soap Shoppe, you are missing out! I wish we had learned about it sooner, it took us a couple years to stumble across it. 😊 It is a fun shop just East of 

Fourth of July Festivities

Fourth of July Festivities

We had a wonderful 4th. Most of the kids & I went swimming in the afternoon. It was a HOT day, as per usual for the 4th around here. 😬 We had some friends & family over for fried chicken, watermelon, etc & some fireworks. 

Kittens Needing Forever Homes Soon

Kittens Needing Forever Homes Soon

We have 10 kittens who are needing a forever home in the next month. They are all sweet kitties who are very socialized…our kids play with them every day. They are gentle & well-loved. Please feel free to share & pass on to anyone who 

Different Foods I’ve Been Making

Different Foods I’ve Been Making

I love quinoa & since I can’t have grains, I do eat it pretty often. I always cook it in chicken broth & a bit of olive oil.

Girls Trip to OH Part 3

Girls Trip to OH Part 3

The last of the pictures from our time in OH. We are really glad we went! The boys stayed home with Grant & had a special “boys” time together, including a fun lunch outing to Outback. 😊

Girls Trip to OH Part 2

Girls Trip to OH Part 2

More pictures from our OH trip. The kids went swimming in the neighbor’s pool, Ellie played with chalk a lot, played with bubbles & the kids had fun playing on the swingset also. Megan & her family have 3 big dogs that Ellenor was not