First of all, did you all see the Virtual Baby Shower that was thrown by some of my best and favorite blogger friends? Start here at Life as a Lofthouse. Holly was the sweetie behind it all and joined by other great bloggers. I was so touched and thrilled to see all the treats and kind words they had for me.Thanks, girls!I only have 3 weeks left!I cannot wait to meet this lil baby, especially since we don't know the gender. I just know Preston will be thrilled for a brother, Emma … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2013
Beefy Quesadillas with a Kick
Beefy Quesadillas with a Kick are a great appetizer or snack. Add some rice and beans and you've got a tasty meal! Are you guys planning your menu for the Big Game Day? There are lots of good recipes out there that are perfect for a Super Bowl party. These quesadillas are easy and tasty and use Del Monte's new tomatoes. And they only use 5 ingredients! You can tweak them to your liking such as adding a cup of refried beans to the meat mixture or using shredded beef instead of ground … [Read more...]
Totally Tasty Tuesdays
Four weeks, people. That's all that's left in my pregnancy.Four weeks until I hold my new baby.And inhale the scent of perfection.There is no better smell in the world than that of a baby.Even better than the features I have for you today, I guarantee it.Here is this week's most viewed recipe.Wonderland Barsfrom Tumbleweed ContessaOther Faves...Southern Smothered Chickenfrom Miz Helen's Country CottageTomato Baked Chickenfrom Semi Homemade MomDragon Breath Pretzels from Cooking is a … [Read more...]
{Slow Cooker} Best Ever Hot Cocoa
This Best Ever Hot Cocoa is a slow cooker recipe! That right there makes it perfect. It's creamy and delicious and perfect for a cozy night. This post is a triple win. 1. It's a slow cooker recipe. 2. It's chocolate. 3. It's a giveaway. Win.Win.Win. I am reviewing and giving away a copy of Gooseberry Patch's Slow Cooking All Year 'Round cookbook. I love that it has recipes for every season. There's Warming Winter Dishes, Simply Speedy … [Read more...]
Boar’s Head Product Review
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Boar's Head for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. I love sandwiches using deli meats and cheeses. So simple but so good. But have you ever checked to see how much salt is in some of those meats and cheeses? Too much to be good for you. Boar's Head lower sodium deli meats and cheeses aren't loaded with a wallop of salt. They are committed to healthy eating choices that don't compromise on flavor. In 2010 when the National Salt … [Read more...]
Totally Tasty Tuesdays
Welcome to Totally Tasty Tuesdays! Six weeks to baby time! Yesterday, I got out all the neutral onesies, p.j.s, and blankets to wash (we aren't finding out what we are having). Such tiny clothes! I can't wait to hold my baby in them. Emma kept saying, "How cute is this?!" as she helped me unpack the baby clothes and blankets. I am excited for our new sweet addition but at the same tame, treasuring my sleep and normal routine. It'll be changed up very soon. And then comes the awesomeness … [Read more...]
My Memories Suite Freebie…Chapstick Purses
I have another freebie from My Memories.Chapstick Purses!How cute would these be for Valentine's Day or Party favors?Here's the tutorial.Look at the cute styles...Click here to download this kit.Click here to download this kit.Click here to download this kit.Use my code STMMMS57863 to get $10 off the software and another $10 to use in their store.You don't need the software to make these purses, but you do need it if you want to customize them. … [Read more...]
Hot Cocoa Cookies
These Hot Cocoa Cookies are the perfect winter treat. Rich, chocolate flavor topped with puffy marshmallows and chocolate shavings make the perfect cookie. I've seen such a variety of weather going on throughout the country this week. In some places you've got 80 degree weather, some it's 30's and then there's the area that's getting like 2 feet of snow. We have had extremely cold weather , but not a lot of snow this past week. Just minus temps that leave me frustrated. Let me … [Read more...]
No Bake Chewy Granola Bars
 No Bake Chewy Granola Bars are a quick and easy recipe that is perfect for breakfast on the go or snack. You can customize them to your liking. So I have kinda let my snacky side take over during this pregnancy. And not the most healthy kind of snacking. We're talking my favorite candy bars and my favorite ice cream. But these no bake chewy granola bars are something I don't feel guilty about snacking on. They are chewy are you can make them any way you like. Add nuts or dried … [Read more...]