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    How to Make Family Dinners Less Stressful

    08/17 /No Comments

    Cooking for the family can start to feel overwhelming after a long day, especially if you have a big family to cook for.   Between homework, laundry, and work deadlines, dinner often becomes something that feels rushed and like a chore.   Photo by Cottonbro Studio   But it doesn’t have to be that way. With a bit of planning and a few smart habits, family meals can be easier, healthier, and even enjoyable.   Here’s how to make dinnertime a calmer, happier part of your day.   Plan the Week Ahead   Planning is the key to avoiding last-minute stress. Spend 15 minutes each weekend creating a simple meal…

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    Simple Ways To Spice Up Your Weekly Menu

    03/03 /No Comments

    Most of us have favorite dishes we return to or call upon time and time again. There’s nothing wrong with embracing the familiar, but variety is the spice of life. If you’re looking for new ideas or ways to jazz up your weekly menu, here are some simple steps to take today.    Image credit: https://www.pexels.com/photo/assorted-salads-on-bowls-1640773/   Add different ingredients There’s a reason why we gravitate towards classic dishes or order the same meal every time we go out. If you love a particular dish or recipe, it’s natural to want to eat it frequently. Having a selection of favorites is great, but it’s also fun to experiment and broaden…

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    Pura Vida The Way of Life in Costa Rica

    11/15 /No Comments

    Costa Rica, lush rain forests and amazing beaches are just two of the countries amazing qualities. If you add the people and the way of life you have perfection! Costa Rica has more American retires than anywhere else in the world and rightfully so. The unofficial motto is “Pura Vida” translated as the “Simple Life” and is used as a greeting or goodbye. It encapsulates Costa Rica perfectly as life really seems simple. I had the pleasure of visiting Heredia and fell in love! From the old churches to the hospitality shown at the open market, my heart was at peace and I knew one day I would be back.…

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    Top Tips to Organize Your Week & Your Favorite Recipes with Meal Prepping 

    05/16 /1 Comment

    As each person progresses through life, there are generally increasing amounts of considerations to take into account, plan for, and think about. Because of this, something that a lot of people strive for is to eliminate, reduce, automate, or in this case simplify as many of these daily tasks as possible. Meal prepping is often a go-to option for a large number of people who are looking to save not only time, money, and energy, but also those who want to boost, and improve their physical and mental health.     Image credit     What is meal prepping Meal prepping is where you implement the practice of preparing entire…

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  • Quick & Easy,  RECIPES GALORE

    Vegetable Beef Soup Crock-Pot

    11/08 /No Comments

    This is so insanely easy and a real life saver during a busy week! You can double the vegetable soup recipe and freeze some if you would like. My lil dude also loves all of the vegetables and beef especially when I make homemade cornbread to go with it! I promise you will not find a better soup for those cold nights than this one!   Ingredients: 1.5lbs beef tips cut bite size Vegetable broth 2 bags of frozen mixed vegetables Frozen diced potatoes 1 can petite diced tomatoes 1 pack of Lipton onion soup mix Elbow macaroni or other small pasta Salt & pepper to taste Directions: Combine all…

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    Crock-Pot Chipotle Chicken Soup

    10/22 /1 Comment

    I have found another winner! This Chicken Soup made in the Crock-Pot is not only amazing, but so easy! Monday’s are my long days at work so having dinner ready by the time I get home, is a must. I love that pureed beans take the place of broth and there is so much flavor in this dish! Enjoy y’all!   Wonderfully tasty chicken soup that the whole family will love!   If you can't stand the thought of store bought, here is a homemade recipe.

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    Naples Florida, The Perfect Couples Getaway

    10/18 /3 Comments

    We recently visited Naples for a very short weekend for my birthday. While it was not what I was expecting, I did enjoy the area and the food!After a super short flight from ATL we reached our destination RSW airport. As far as airports go this is one of my favorites! It is easy to get in and out of and the car rentals are on site. It took us about 35 minutes to get to our resort and from there the relaxation was on! We stayed at the Bellasera Resort. The lobby is beautiful and the pools are nice, but I am not sure I would consider this a…

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    Savannah Bucket List & Why You Should Add It To Your List!

    07/07 /1 Comment

    I now have a new Top 5 towns that I love, Savannah! We only spent a day and a half but it was amazing! My first major was Marine Biology but History was also a love and history was what we were immersed in this trip. We stayed at a quaint Inn and while it wasn’t the perfect stay, it was beautiful. So why should you add Savannah to your bucket list? Savannah’s Squares! There are 22 total and all are unique and tell a story. They are like small parks that stay green year round. We walked 19 of the 22 and wow we were tired! You will see…

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    Pork Roast BBQ Nachos

    07/18 /1 Comment

    So far this is one of my favorite nacho recipes! It is a touch of Southern mixed with Mexican flavors which come together in a mouth watering dish! This is a perfect weeknight meal since you use the pork that you grilled (recipe here) over the weekend! Quick and easy weeknight dish that your family is sure to love! 

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    Shredded Pork Tacos

    07/18 /No Comments

    Oh my word these are amazing! We are typically a 2 to 3 taco per person in our house. I had 5 and lost count how many my hubby ate! So good and easy since the pork is precooked and shredded from the weekend. (recipe here) To heat the pork I pan fried the meat with all of my seasonings and the crispy bits and tender meat was ridiculous good! Top with your favorites like avocado, lettuce, cheese, sour cream, queso, cilantro, whatever your palate desires! Serve with a side of black beans or pintos and enjoy! Pan frying the meat makes these simply amazing! Do not microwave the meat…

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