Peanut Butter Cookies
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Peanut Butter Cookies

It’s actually pretty rare that I want anything with peanut butter.  Yikes, I could hear all of those *gasps* from here!  I know, I know.  Really, the only peanut butter I crave is Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Blizzards from Dairy Queen and peanut butter cookies.  And, how I loooove these p.b. cookies! Likely, you already…

Volcano Cake
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Volcano Cake

Oh my good heck! This is the most gooey, richest, moistest, yummiest cake I have ever made! Thanks to Paula Deen, the Queen of butter and mayo-(No there’s no mayo in it) I was a little apprehensive to try it. I had to make a dessert for a church function, and I tell you my…

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A St. Patrick’s Day Dinner! ~ Fun & Easy Recipes ~

We celebrated St. Patrick’s Day a little early at my house, and it was all for you! I’m not going to make a St. Patty’s meal twice…and I needed some pictures to show you BEFORE the big day. So, that’s love. Remember it, always. The measure of a true friend is someone willing to give…

S’mores Cookies
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S’mores Cookies

I’ve seen this recipe a few different places across the web and decided I would finally give it a whirl.  I must say, I’m pretty glad I did!  I love that the cookie base has lots of graham cracker in it…giving a more authentic S’mores taste.  I also opted to use Symphony Bars rather than…

Plate Pedestal Craft & Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies
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Plate Pedestal Craft & Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies

I keep seeing these darling “pedestals” all over the place. I thought to myself, “Self, I can make that!” So that’s what I did today. I went to Pier One and bought some super cute plates (on sale, no less) found candlestick holders on clearance at Michael’s and some “Goop” glue. That’s all you need…

Nutty Craisin Chew ~ An AMAZING snack and great gift for neighbors!!
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Nutty Craisin Chew – Perfect for the Holidays! (she: Karen)

Hi everyone! I’m Mariel’s Mom, Karen. Back in the summer, I shared a fun tropical dessert, Tropical Passion Bowls. This time I thought I would share this Nutty Craisin Chew recipe with you. These things are very popular right now and packaged in a pretty box, they could make a great Christmas gift for neighbors….

Family Night: Forgiving Others (& Super Yummy Lemon Bars!)
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Family Night: Forgiving Others (& Super Yummy Lemon Bars!)

* Family Night is a designated night, once a week, where you sit down with your family…have a lesson, an activity, and a treat. It’s a great way to spend time together as a family and teach your children about the important things they don’t learn in school. * I put together this lesson on…