Sometimes Less is More: Lessons From a 4-Year Old

There have been a couple experiences with my daughter lately that have taught me a lesson -- less is more.

The first one happened at the community easter egg... read more

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Thank You for Making Me a Mom!

Every Mother's Day, I give each of my children a copy of a favorite book to thank them for making me a mom. I write a special note to them... read more

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Chocolate Chip Coconut Cookies

My favorite cookies...the dough is hard to resist too!

1 cup real butter - softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
1 cup sugar
1 cup brown... read more

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Dad is Great -- Let's Eat Chocolate Cake!

Yep and that is the reason "dad is a dad," because he is usually devoid of the mommy gene. And somehow the kids survive and love him for it. Go... read more

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Add Flour to Sinking Chips

Oh, I totally know this one. I actually learned it a couple weeks ago. You should shake your chips in flour. Easy, huh? Let me know if it works.

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Easy Chocolate Mousse for Mom

I think every mom needs a decadent dessert that is easy to make. Here is one of my favorites:

-- 6 to 8 ounces chocolate chips (you can use any... read more

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Fun Summer Salad

This salad is always a crowd pleaser and kids love it!

Pink Cloud Salad
2 medium sized containers of Cool Whip
2 8 oz Raspberry Yogurt
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Fresh Zucchini Bread Year Round

My mom always grates her zucchinis and stores them in Ziploc bags in the freezer. She stores it in the bag according to the amount that she uses in her... read more

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Whole Wheat Bread (Vonda Tiechart)

I searched for a good whole wheat bread recipe for 10 years and finally settled on this one. The last cup of flour is up to you. It depends on... read more

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Mother's Day

I'm a mom and a grandma and live in a different state than my children. My daughter and son came up with a great idea last year for Mother's Day.... read more

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