Many are beginning to realize the importance of pantry staples and being able to make a delicious meal from those items. Beans, lentils, rice and pasta are great to keep on hand because they last for a very long time and are quite versatile. One item I don’t see as often on these pantry lists…
Dee’s Favorite Household Tools
Do you think of housekeeping as a job that requires good tools? You really should. Anything that is done so often as housework deserves quality tools. Muddling through with crappy equipment just makes cleaning more tedious than necessary. Let’s take a look at a few of my favorite housekeeping items. This post may…
LWD Book Club ~ The Dutch House
I chose this month’s LWD Book Club selection after listening to an interview with the author on the podcast, “Happier” with Gretchen Rubin. I was intrigued and knew “The Dutch House” would be the perfect choice for August. This post may contain affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Read…
Crunchy Broccoli Slaw Salad ~ From Mom’s Recipe Box
My mom gave me her recipe boxes and I spent a couple of hours looking through them. I relived certain food memories and chuckled over a few of them. This Crunchy Broccoli Slaw recipe is the one I found most amusing. Keep reading to find out why. This post may contain affiliate links and as…
Homeschooling: Would We Do It Again?
Many families are considering homeschooling for the first time ever. When schools closed this spring, virtual learning options were quickly enacted and parents suddenly found themselves homeschooling their children with no prior preparation. There is still a lot of uncertainty regarding school openings for the fall and I hear many parents saying they are planning…
Embrace the Life You Have
It’s all too easy to get caught up in the “what ifs” and the “if onlys”. But that way madness lies. It’s wonderful to have dreams and hopes for the future but it’s also important to embrace the life you have now. This post may contain affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate I earn…
Mid-Year Review During a Pandemic
A mid-year review is always a good idea but it seems essential right now. Did you make any plans in January that you’ve had to set aside because of the pandemic? That’s been the case for probably all of us. Let’s review and regroup, shall we? This post may contain affiliate links and as an…
How To Indulge Your Inner French Girl
I like to believe I have an “inner French girl”. One who appreciates quality, adores fine dining, treasures time alone and seeks out the best in every aspect of life. My inner French girl yearns to be indulged. I’ll bet yours does, too. This post may contain affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate I…
French Dinner At Home
I don’t know about you but our evening meal has become more important than ever. Since restaurants are currently out of the picture it’s good to make our time around the table more special. I’m looking to the typical French dinner for inspiration. This post may contain affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate I…
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