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Thanksgiving Weekend 2015
This year for Thanksgiving we drove down to Spring Hill, Florida for a family visit. Rob's Mom, brother, Nick, and adopted sister, Rachael as well as Rob's sister Maria and…
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Winter Gatlinburg Trip
Last year was the first Annual Ski Trip for our Boy Scout (and family can come too so we get the group rate) trip. You can read about that trip…
Hawaiian Chicken Marinade
Growing up, one of my favorite places to eat was Steak & Ale. Anybody remember that restaurant? I even had one of my birthday parties there and invited a bunch…
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Memories of the Month {11.2015}
This month I was happy about: many things! See further down... This year I'm going to rate the books & movies. Here's my rating system: ♥ ♥ = Love it!…
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Clearwater Beach
Over Labor Day weekend, we went down to Spring Hill to visits Rob's grandparents. One of the days we all piled in the car and drove down to Clearwater Beach…
Hamburger Pasta Soup {Crockpot}
I love when I'm scrounging around in the kitchen for something for dinner and the ingredients just fall into place. That's what happened the other night when I was looking…
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Everything you Need to know about Gambling on a Cruise
Welcome to another Cruising 101! Gambling, in general, is something I'm not really interested in. I've only gambled once on a cruise and it was done at the slot machines.…
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Year in Review 2014
My favorite moments of 2014: [January] Starting the year off by driving home from a long week in Texas after my Dad's death. Family Ski Trip with Drew's Boy Scout…
Sloppy Joe Pasta
Servings: 6-8 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 1 tbs. dark brown sugar 3 tbs. red wine vinegar 3 tbs. Worcestershire sauce 1 (15 oz.) can tomato…
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Christmas 2014
Family Friday {Christmas edition} Christmas came and went so fast. We enjoyed our normal breakfast of apple dumplins and sausage balls. Opened gifts and then, Rob started preparing our Christmas…
Ravioli Soup
I've tried my hand at Ravioli soup and finally after the 3rd try I think I nailed it! This is so easy. Done in less than 30 minutes as long…
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Auburn Christmas Parade
On this Christmas Eve, many of us are busy hustling around getting last minute shopping trips, wrapping gifts, and cooking. I'm guilty of all three, I'm afraid. I thought I…
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Must Sees in Piedmont Park Atlanta, GA
A few months ago, Rob and I were in Atlanta for a few days. He was at a work conference so I was on my own during the day. I…
Candied Green Beans
I've always had it in my head that green beans need to be savory, rich with flavor. The other night I was brainstorming about green beans, because I had to…
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Planning for New Year
Planning for New Year Have you started thinking about the new year? I know Christmas is smack dab around the corner and this year has absolutely flown by! I just…
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Crockpot Breakfast Casserole
This crockpot breakfast casserole is so easy. A little preparation the night before and the next morning you'll wake up to a nice warm breakfast. Perfect for this holiday season!…
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Top 10 Christmas Movies
Starting right after Thanksgiving, I really enjoy watching Christmas Movies. Thought I would share them with you along with great quotes from each movie. 10. Jack Frost (1998) This heart-warming…
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Schlitterbahn in New Braunfels, TX
Welcome to Travel Tuesday! This week's spot is Schlitterbahn. Another detour while traveling in Texas included a stop in New Braunfels, TX, which is about 50 south of Austin and…
Poppy Seed Chicken
When Rob was in the hospital a few years ago, my neighbor was so sweet and brought us the best dinner. It was this amazing Poppy Seed Chicken casserole. I…
Apple Cornbread Dressing
Do you have your Christmas meal planned out? Still looking for that perfect dressing? This Apple Cornbread Dressing is so flavorful. My favorite thing about it is that it never…