Spring Fling Giveaway

My talented writer friends over at the Pink Fuzzy Slipper Writers are offering a Spring Fling Giveaway.  Check out these amazing books (including mine–Seeking Catherine!) and enjoy! Spring Fling Multi-Author Book Giveaway Posted on March 20, 2015 by bethtrissel To celebrate the first day of spring the Pink Fuzzy Slipper Authors are kicking off this loveliest […]

Easy and different St. Patrick’s Day recipes (NOT corned beef and cabbage)

I’m sharing two recipes today. One is a “diet” Shamrock Shake, the other cancels out the diet shake because it’s Irish Cream Brownies. Enjoy them both! Shamrock Shake: Thanks to Hungry Girl for this low fat and nutritious recipe! Ingredients: 3/4 cup unsweetened vanilla breeze almond milk 6 tablespoons vanilla whey powder 1/3 cup spinach […]

Easy and Fast Shepherd’s Pie Recipe

Thanks to blogger Jo-Lynne Shane for this delicious and easy recipe. I’m substituting store-bought mashed potatoes . Serves 6: Ingredients  2 lbs ground beef  1 onion chopped  1 cup vegetables (carrots, peas,) use frozen packaged!  2 packages simply mashed, available in stores and a real time-saver!  4 tablespoons butter  […]

I’m late, I’m late, for a very important date!

Are you the type of person who runs late? I am, so I thought I’d share some common-sense ideas because being late isn’t an attractive personal trait. Prepare ahead for an easier, stress-free morning by doing the following: 1. One Day before: Put water in the tea kettle and prepare your coffee machine. Don’t buy […]

Home made Humidifiers

Thanks in advance to our local weatherman in the Charlotte, NC area for sharing the following tips: According to the Mayo clinic, the optimal amount of humidity for a room is between 30-50 percent. A hygrometer measures the amount of humidity in a room. You can purchase them at Amazon.com for $9.99. If you suffer […]

Home-made Sore Throat Recipes

It’s the middle of February and very cold outside. Today I’m sharing some home-made sore throat recipes from Health Digest. For recipe one you will need: 1. Two lemons cleaned and sliced 2. Two pieces of ginger sliced into coin size pieces 3. 1 cup Honey In a 16 oz. jar combine lemon slices and […]

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be just hearts and flowers.

Because I write this blog on Sunday, I’m a hoping you’ll be able to use some of these ideas for Valentine’s Day next weekend. Also see my bonus outfits at the bottom—one for a casual night at home, the other outfit for a fancy night out. First, consider an out-of-the-box option restaurant for your Valentine […]