I just realized Christmas is this week! Even though there’s been a Christmas tree in the corner of the living room since the day after Thanksgiving. None of the other Christmas making things have come out of their totes — and it’s looking like they are not going to either for the first time ever. […]
Brie and Dark Cherry
Need a super easy appetizer for your next holiday gathering? You will definitely want to try these bite-sized crispy phyllo cups full of melty brie cheese topped with sweet dark cherries. Maple syrup gives a depth of flavor and a new twist to the flavor. No maple syrup and don’t want to buy a bottle […]
Festive Peppermint Bark
Peppermint bark is a seasonal favorite everyone loves! This super easy recipe assembles quickly and looks spectacular with little effort. The secret to outstanding peppermint bark is in the quality of chocolate. You can pick and choose – if your crowd is mainly teens who eat quickly and move on, use the easiest available chocolate […]
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First snow of the season was gorgeous. Huge snowflakes falling gently and clinging to branches all afternoon, became lighted at night by the golden glow of white Christmas lights on the fence and the visible neighbors houses. So pretty!! Add the jazzy twinkling colored lights on the new deck railing and it was spectacular. And, […]
Creamy Classic Eggnog
Holidays are made special for several reasons. One reason is that we add a little “extra something” to our lives. Food that is prepared just for that meal as in Thanksgiving. Or food that is prepared for the entire holiday season. Eggnog is so easy to make that it could be easily available all year […]
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Please see Thanksgiving Surprise for the reason there was no post last week. I apologize for the inconvenience to those who clicked over and found nothing. But the surprise left us wrapped in love. And we are so thankful! Thanks to you who stop by each week to share your awesome posts!! Featured: Penny’s Vintage […]
Welcome! I’m Charlene. I love to share quick and easy recipes, whatever I’ve learned in our last DIY project – anything that helps make life easier, better and more fun!! I hope you will find inspiration and add a pinch of joy to your day!