I get this question all the time! Surprisingly, on paper it’s really not that hard to start a business. It’s the time, stress, energy and cost of wine that gets put into it that’ll get ya. The state of South Dakota makes starting your own business pretty simple. All you really need to start making […]
Archives for September 2014
Best Ever Bean and Ham Soup
Since I’ve moved to South Dakota there has been one really big perk! My father in laws cooking. He just knows how to do it right. He always makes this bean and ham soup that I just drool over…yes, it’s that good! Here’s my slight slight twist on it! PrintBest Ever Bean and Ham Soup Ingredients-6 […]
Down Home Fries
These are a favorite in my family and they are sooooo easy to make! The first time I had these was at our good friend Nikki and Kyle’s house. They are now a staple in our house, cause it takes 3 ingredients and FIVE minutes! Plus who the heck doesn’t like ranch?! Parker helped […]
Beef Stew South Dakota Style
So the other night I knew I needed to make a good filling dinner that my hubby would love. He was actually home and when he’s home to eat, I LOVE to cook. So I checked out my freezer and fridge and decided on beef stew. It was a FREEZING cold South Dakota day and […]
Parmesan Green Beans
This is another favorite of mine…cause it’s easy! PrintParmesan Green Beans Ingredients-2 tablespoons olive oil -salt and pepper -1/2 cup grated parmesanInstructionsSo start out by rinsing your beans and trimming them. Throw them in a bowl with the olive oil and some salt and pepper. Toss and spread them out on a baking sheet. […]
My Momma’s Crock Pot Chicken and Noodles
This oh so easy crock pot recipe will knock your man’s socks off! It is so easy and such a comfort food. PrintMy Momma’s Crock Pot Chicken and Noodles Ingredients-2 cans cream of chicken soup -2 cans chicken broth -3 skinless chicken breasts -chop celery (2 stalks), onion (1/2 large), carrots (3/4 cup) -salt and […]
What they don’t tell you about the first few years of marriage…
My honey and I are going to be married for FIVE years in October….I still can’t believe it (or the fact that I’m that old) . We have had a TON of ups and also our fair share of downs. Here’s what I learned in our first five years of marriage! I have to say […]
The struggle between being a mom and a business owner…
This is the biggest struggle in my life. Every day I drop my kiddos off at daycare with the thought of “am I doing the right thing”? I am leaving the two most important things in my life, in the hands of someone else. All day I wonder…are they happy? Do they wonder where I’m […]
Orzo with Parmesan and Basil
Ok people, you want a super easy and scrumptious side dish?! When my hubby knows I’m making this, he asks me to DOUBLE the recipe. Yup its just that good. So here is how it’s done… PrintOrzo with Parmesan and Basil Ingredients- 2 tablespoons butter -1 cup uncooked orzo -1 can chicken broth -1/4 cup […]
Reasons I love my small town….
We moved to our adorable little town 6 years ago today! While there are many days I miss my big town shopping, the Arizona weather, and wide food variety…. there are so many reasons I adore my small town, and the opportunity I have to raise our kids here. 1. I save ALOT of […]
Top ten tips for flying with kids…..
Being a former flight attendant and an avid traveler I have learned lots of tips and tricks for traveling with little ones. People always think I’m crazy for traveling so much with my kids, well I think i’d be crazy not to! My littlest took her first flight at two weeks and my second took […]
The Life of a Pilot’s Wife
I get a TON of questions almost daily in the store on what it’s like to be married to a pilot and run my own business and raise two kids, so how better to answer those questions than with a blog post. As most of you know, my sweet hubby is an airline pilot. Back in […]
12 Weeks of Halloween, Week 6: Witches Broom
12 Weeks of Halloween, Week 6 Witches Broom! Supplies Needed: (Purchase Stampin’ Up Here!) Typeset Designer Paper Black Ribbon Freaky Friends Stamp Set 1″ x 8″ Cellophane Bag Black licorice Circle Punch Black Ink Fringe Scissors Instructions: 1. Punch a Freaky Friend on your punched out circle tag. Ink the edges with black ink. Punch […]
12 Weeks of Halloween, Week 5: Class Treat Bags
It is so hard to believe that it has been 5 Weeks since the start of the 12 Weeks of Halloween! Its going by so stinkin’ fast! This week I wanted to share a very simple project that would be fun, easy and feasible to do for your children’s treat bags at school. If you […]
12 Weeks of Halloween, Week 4: Mummy Treats
I am posting this sweet little guy a bit early.. Enjoy! Supplies: White Cardstock Freaky Friends Clear Mount Stamp Set 135161 Ghoulish Greetings 136664 Scallop Circle Punch, Circle Punch White and Tangerine Two Tone Twine 135838 Toilet Paper Roll Googly Eyes Chocolate Ink Directions 1) Rip your white cardstock into thin strips 2) Ink the […]
12 Weeks of Halloween, Week Three: Skinny Treats!
12 Weeks of Halloween, Week 2 Is fun, exciting and super super easy! Supplies Needed: (Order Supplies Here!) 1″ x 8″ Cellophane Bags Circle Punch (Any Size) Scallop Punch (Any Size) Owl Punch Googly Eyes White Cardstock Black Cardstock Orange Cardstock Reeses Pieces or Any Candy Brown Ink Instructions Pumpkin Topper: Cut a scallop punch […]
