Monthly Archives: September 2013

Pear-Cranberry-Apple Strudel

Posted on September 17, 2013 by Megan

My GI Joe loves strudel.  Little does he know it’s one of the simplest desserts to make, since puff pastry can be bought rather than made. I know homemade would be healthier, but I don’t have time for that, and … Continue reading →

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A Migraine Busting Smoothie for our Unlucky 13th Move

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Megan

So I was going to post this entry on Friday the 13th, but was skeered it would be tempting Fate. We’ve had enough bad luck to last quite some time, I hope…all in the last month. But before I tell … Continue reading →

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Vegetarian Borscht {and a Menu}

Posted on September 13, 2013 by Megan

Yes, I’m aware my kids are complete freaks when it comes to eating, happily consuming pretty much anything I make. But even I was surprised at how much they loved this soup, chockfull of beets, cabbage, and caraway seeds. I … Continue reading →

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Throwback Thursday: Fall Bucket List

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Megan

Now, I’ve heard that bucket lists are a little passe this year, but I still love this one from last year, so I’m posting it again! I hope you agree! Last year, via Pinterest, I saw several “Fall Bucket Lists” … Continue reading →

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This-n-That Keepsake Book

Posted on September 11, 2013 by Megan

Now, did y’all know Stampin’ Up! has a (fairly) new product line called This-n-That?  It’s rather like Smashbooks, but of course way cuter (in my opinion, anyway!).  It’s a little grungy, a little scrappy, a whole lot of just plain … Continue reading →

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Chocolate and Sea Salt Popcorn Mix

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Megan

Sunday was my mom’s birthday, and I found a fabulous pottery bowl that I knew she’d love as a gift. But you can’t just give an empty bowl, right?  My mom loves crunchy, and chocolate, so I made this wonderfully … Continue reading →

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Our Summer Travels, Part Two

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Megan

Last Monday, I shared with you the first half of our travels as we moved from Wisconsin back to Washington State.  Hopefully, you’ve recovered enough to stick with Part Two today! We spent a day driving from Vernal, UT (where … Continue reading →

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Family Favorite: Spaghetti and Meatballs

Posted on September 6, 2013 by Megan

My family, probably just like yours, loves spaghetti and meatballs.  While everyone else would (most likely) be perfectly happy with some store-bought frozen meatballs cooked in sauce, I just can’t go there. I realize it’s weird, but I can’t abide … Continue reading →

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Throwback Thursday: Bling a Pumpkin!

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Megan

It’s September, and can you guess what that means?  I can blog about pumpkins to my heart’s content. Well, maybe that would be a bit drastic. Pumpkin crafts, recipes, and decorating threaten to take over this blog in the autumn…I … Continue reading →

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Spiral Bound Favorite Books

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Megan

Here’s a confession…I search for reasons to visit the office supply store. Unfortunately, since I work at home, I don’t have a whole lot of office supply needs. I do, however, have a favorite product at these stores…the spiral binding … Continue reading →

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