When one gets a medical diagnosis that runs on the scary side, meaning your life is endangered, one works diligently to get to the good side of that diagnosis, if possible. Garry and I knew from the beginning of my diagnosis, based on information we were given, that we might not get to the good …

If you’ve been reading here for any length of time, you’re familiar with my Mason jar issues. I think they’re swell for canning, for storing food, but I take issue with pretending they’re bowls. Um, BOWLS are better suited for being bowls, not jars. GOSH! Consider yourself up to speed! I do make an exception …

I love a roasted veggie, don’t you? Roasting brings out the earthy complex flavors of foods that can’t be duplicated any other way. Bonus: most kiddos will eat a roasted veggie over any other cooking method. < Not scientific, just my own personal observation. When you roast Brussels sprouts, the outside takes on a crispy …

Oh, how I love a good book, especially a good book for Sweet E (or any toddler)! ~ A gentle reminder: OMT! uses Amazon referral links. When you do your shopping through the Amazon links on this page, you support the blog at no cost to yourself. It’s much appreciated!~ This one, Dina Block, has …

Winter is coming, y’all. That means you’re gonna need a decent thermos or thermo pot for ALL THE THINGS! Won’t hurt if it’s gorgeous, to boot. ~ A gentle reminder: OMT! uses Amazon referral links. When you do your shopping through the Amazon links on this page, you support the blog at no cost to …

Christmas is thisclose, y’all! So what are you supposed to do, you hunter of all gifts unique?  How about a cool coloring book for grown-ups?  HOW ABOUT THAT?! ~explosion of cool hipness~ One of the sweetest things about being diagnosed with breast cancer (you know I’m all about finding the good in every bad situation) …

Those who know me know I’m an uncrafty soul. A crafty baker, sure, but I’m not one for hot glue guns or glitter. Matter of fact, Hobby Lobby and Michael’s make me itchy…so itchy. Despite my aversion to all things crafts, I have attempted projects from time to time. After all, I did raise a …

Christmas is thisclose and today, I have stocking stuffer ideas for your fun-loving wine lovers. May I present a bevy of bottle-top beauties, sure to give a chuckle. ~ A gentle reminder: OMT! uses Amazon referral links. When you do your shopping through the Amazon links on this page, you support the blog at no …

Do y’all remember the first multi-sensory board book I reviewed from Matthew Van Fleet? Alphabet is well-loved by Sweet E and has held up through many readings. ~ A gentle reminder: OMT! uses Amazon referral links. When you do your shopping through the Amazon links on this page, you support the blog at no cost …

Are you like me and already thinking about what kind of cookies you’re going to bake for Christmas? YOU ARE?! This is why we’re friends! While I like to shake up my cookie rotation every year, there are a few traditional classics that get made no matter what. Russian Teacakes are one of those classics. …