Practicing gratitude can change your life Gratitude is an emotion that comes from appreciation. It’s an awareness, a thankfulness of the good things in your life, in you and in the world around you. Gratitude is a powerful thing. It can turn any negative into a positive. It can change how you feel inside. It can bring hope and happiness. It can improve your health, your relationships, your career and so much more. Practicing gratitude changes your perspective on life. In this free guided journal, you will learn how to practice gratitude and how you can benefit from this practice every day. Click here to download your free printable "Forever Grateful" journal to start practicing gratitude in your life. Here's what you'll get: A guide on how and why practicing gratitude is so ... [Read More]
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White Chocolate Nut Crunch
White Chocolate Nut Crunch is perfect for those last minute gifts. It's so quick and easy to make that anyone who knows how to use a microwave can make it in a flash. It's easy to package, in a box, a bag or a jar. It's a wonderful combination of flavors - a little salty, a little sweet and a whole lot yummy! The recipe below is pretty straightforward. It can also be customized. Change out the nuts. I used a package of combined sunflower seeds and pepitas, instead of just sunflower seeds. Then I added a half cup of whole walnuts -- just because. Add a cup of golden raisins instead of the dried cranberries -- or in addition to! I used white chocolate chips, but you can use white almond bark or white candy melts, if you prefer. I used coconut flakes off the shelf in the baking ... [Read More]
Classic Oreo Truffles
Oreo Truffles can be made from plain chocolate Oreos, golden oreos or a flavored filling Oreo. My favorite is a mint filled Oreo Truffle dipped in chocolate. This was a special request so it is a Peanut Butter Chocolate Oreo dipped in chocolate. Pretty darn good! Be sure to use original Oreos -- not the Double Stuff filling. And yes, any brand you like is okay. (But would you have looked again if the title was Sandwich Cookie Truffles???) If you want to add sprinkles or chopped nuts to the top of the dipped balls, do it while the chocolate is still warm so they will stay in place. The time needed for chilling means you need to plan ahead a bit to make these. I prefer to chill the mixture for about an hour before using a cookie dip to measure out the individual balls. To me it is ... [Read More]
Grinch Kabobs
Grapes, bananas and strawberries -- oh my! One look and everyone will know they were Grinch inspired. These are so cute and colorful, they will make any party fun! They are perfect for kid events and they love to help assemble them. Adults laugh when they see them on a buffet table and love them, too. And – big bonus! – they are good for you. You can assemble them using short 6" kabob sticks. But if kids are involved, look for the blunt coffee stirrers. The little straws work great and are sturdy enough to pierce the fruit without bending. I found flat bamboo stirrers with rounded ends that also worked well. This is another quick and easy holiday treat that requires no baking and can be made in quantity as large or as small as you want. Grinch Kabobs Print Cute, ... [Read More]
Teacher Gift Ideas
Fingerprint Dove -- Ms Tochas Kindergarten Class Lemonade Kit -- Your Creative Juices Thanks for helping our kids grow -- The Blackberry Vine Big Heart printable - bitsy creations Thanks for a Tea-riffic School Year -- Making Memories with your kids Note Cards -- Crafter by Night SODA-lighted you are my teacher -- Tammy Mitchell Designs thanks for helping me sparkle -- Love the Day Smart Cookie -- Home is Where They Love You 6 Great Teacher Gifts -- Papery and Cakery From a teacher's perspective: the 5 Teacher Gifts that Your Child's Teacher Really Wants -- Bombshell Bling I’m so glad you stopped by today! Be sure to follow A Pinch of Joy so you don’t miss a thing! Subscribe by email on the sidebar or follow on Facebook, RSS feed, bloglovin’ twitter and check ... [Read More]
101 Stocking Stuffers that won’t break the bank
Food 1. Trail mix 2. Popcorn with seasoning or add ins 3. Already popped flavored popcorn 4. Fresh Fruits 5. Dried fruits 6. Hot chocolate mix or packets 7. Hot Cider mixes or packets 8. Tea infuser and loose teas 9. Flavored or herbal tea bags 10. Special coffees or creamers 11. Special cup or mug 12. Chewing gum – one or assortment 13. Favorite candy bars 14. Glazed or special flavored nuts 15. Coupon for favorite homemade treat 16. Small boxes of chocolate For Kids 17. Temporary tattoos 18. Fun toothbrush and/or toothpaste 19. Hair accessories for girls 20. Small kits of legos or other toys 21. Play dough – make your own 22. Silly putty 23. Fun bandaids or owie ice pack 24. Card games like Old Maid, Uno 25. Stickers 26. Puzzles 27. Colored pencils and ... [Read More]
