Monthly Archives: October 2013

Prepping for Halloween Fun

Posted on October 31, 2013 by Megan

I cannot believe it’s Halloween…and even more scary than that, it’s less than two months until Christmas!  Every year, the days seem to accelerate more and more as we approach the holidays, and I have to take time to appreciate … Continue reading →

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Shrink Plastic Leaf Charms

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Megan

Here’s another project I first shared on Live Creatively Inspired earlier this month. I’ve worn mine frequently and received lots of compliments, which I love! I really do have a problem with shrink plastic, y’all (aka Shrinky Dinks)…especially the kind … Continue reading →

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Impossible Pumpkin Pie Bites

Posted on October 29, 2013 by Megan

I shared these fabulous Pumpkin Pie Bites over at Live Creatively Inspired a few weeks ago, so perhaps you saw them then…if not, this recipe is definitely one to print out or bookmark or whatever you do with keepers. You … Continue reading →

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October Books of the Month

Posted on October 28, 2013 by Megan

I don’t know what happened to me this month…I’ve been a totally schizophrenic book reader! I start one, it doesn’t grab me in the first 50 pages or so, and I give up on it and start another. I think … Continue reading →

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Chicken with Soybean Succotash {& a Menu}

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Megan

This recipe remains one of our favorite because it’s quick and the chicken can be grilled outside or inside on a grill pan, so it works anytime, rain or shine. The fact that it gets a lot of vegetables into … Continue reading →

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TBT: Punched Paper Bat Charm

Posted on October 24, 2013 by Megan

So I made this necklace last year, and I wore it frequently during October…then…guess what? I totally forgot I had it! This morning, while dressing to go volunteer with the second graders, I spied it while perusing my jewelry rack. … Continue reading →

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Easiest Caramel Dip…Ever!

Posted on October 23, 2013 by Megan

And I’m not exaggerating! I mean, sure, you could buy a jar of caramel, pour it in a bowl, and that would be easier…but not much. And it wouldn’t be homemade by you, now would it? This sublime caramel is … Continue reading →

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Our Favorite Chewy Chocolate PB Cookies

Posted on October 22, 2013 by Megan

I’m in danger of liking chocolate when I make these cookies, y’all! Especially when I tweaked the original recipe and added dark cocoa and a bit of espresso powder. Those two simple additions transformed these cookies from delicious to absolutely … Continue reading →

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Treats To Go

Posted on October 21, 2013 by Megan

I am a total sucker for the cute seasonal coffee to-go cups at Target.  I’m sure other stores have them, as well, but Target is so considerate that they put them on an end cap across from the milk! So … Continue reading →

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Butternut Squash, Quinoa, and Pork Stew {& a Menu}

Posted on October 18, 2013 by Megan

Last week, I made Cheesy Cavatappi with Butternut Squash and Bacon, which was a big hit with the kids.  But, of course, I had a ginormous butternut squash and about 3 cups of butternut squash leftover from the recipe.  I … Continue reading →

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