Fresh, Warm Apple Jacks Nothing says homemade quite like eating fresh, warm apple jacks. These take a bit more work than some other recipes you may find, but this homemade apple jacks recipe is really worth it. I giggled when I read my mom’s recipe. If your recipe calls for screen wire, there’s your sign! …
The Age Old Question
Targeting New Mothers Did you know that just after most of us were celebrating Mother’s Day with our families, gunmen stormed into the maternity ward of a hospital in Afghanistan this week and killed new mothers? While women were the targets, two babies and a man have also been reported among the victims. Frederic Bonnot, …
Space Cookies
Best Cookie Ever I have loved Space Cookies for so long, I can’t even remember when the relationship began. My mom would make these from time to time and it was always a very special treat. They melt in your mouth and before you know it, you are looking around trying to figure out where …
4 Minute Street Corn
4 minute street corn is amazing! While you can make this with any corn on the cob, fresh ears are best. Trust me – you will taste the difference! There is just no comparison to the taste of fresh ears of corn. Grab some corn from your local farmer’s market and you are ready to …
The Best Coconut Pie
The Best Coconut Pie Just reading this recipe makes me want to bake this dessert again! The creamy, smooth texture of the filling with the firmness of the coconut matches so well with the crispy crust. There’s no match for a homemade Coconut Pie fresh out of your oven. Simple & Easy Recipe This recipe …
Sweet Potato Pie
There is nothing more nostalgic to me than a piece of delicious sweet potato pie. North Carolina has been the top producing state of sweet potatoes in the entire United States since 1971. We embrace this! Sweet potato is actually now written as “sweetpotato” but I’m resisting the change simply because I’m not used to …
A Mother is a First Friend
A mother is a first friend you never have to earn, From tummy kicks and childhood trips to pirouettes and turns. A mother is a lasting reminder of who you were and who you are, She’s there to help you with the journey on your way to catch the stars. A mother puts herself just …
Remind Yourself
In the hard moments, remind yourself of His promises. Whatever situation you are in today, read these words and apply them to your specific situation. Maybe you feel yourself, like me, about to lose it because of a screaming, totally out of control child. If your house is like mine, it’s hard to find time …
Being a Mom is Great
Wait, that can happen? Being a mom is great, right? Here’s what they didn’t tell us! My pregnancies weren’t too bad, some hot flashes, some nausea and throwing up, a few really terrible leg cramps, and some hip trouble (nothing compared to what some people go through). But I’ll never forget when the doctor said …
Mother’s Day Shopping That Gives Back
In this unusual time of stay at home orders amid COVID-19 concern, many small businesses are struggling. A great way to support businesses in your community is to purchase products (if the business is open) or gift certificates to be used at a later date. Check out their websites or social media pages. You can still …