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LOW-CARB / KETO ORANGESICLE COCKTAIL

05/18/2023

In honor of Thirsty Thursday, I have a low-carb, keto-friendly cocktail to share. Be careful! It’s like drinking an orange Crush soda. Only three simple ingredients combine to make the perfect summer cocktail minus sugar and carbs. So refreshing. I’ll be sipping this on the back patio this summer.

Grapevine Wreath Bird Feeder | Spring Edition

SPRING GRAPEVINE WREATH BIRD FEEDER

Remember when I made a DIY grapevine wreath bird feeder last winter? Well, I just spruced it up for...

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LOOK WHAT POPPED UP IN MY GARDEN

There is a party in my garden. It seems I’m growing disco mushrooms this year. If only they were...

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CHOCOLATE COVERED STRAWBERRIES HACK

05/15/2023

Have you seen this viral trick yet? It really is an easier, mess-free way to make chocolate covered strawberries. It took me about 5 minutes to decorate two pounds of strawberries using two Hershey’s bars. Add a Hershey’s chocolate bar to hot water for 20-30 seconds until melted. Cut the corner of the wrapper. Squeeze chocolate onto strawberries. Refrigerate until chocolate is set. I was able to cover a 2-pound container of strawberries with two Hershey’s bars. So simple! What do you think? Will you give this trick a try?

KETO-FRIENDLY, LOW-CARB COLESLAW

This coleslaw recipe is one of my go-tos for summer. I tend to prefer a slightly sweet coleslaw versus...

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MOVING HOUSE PLANTS OUTDOORS IN THE SUMMER

My plan for the front porch this summer was to create a plant jungle by bringing many of my...

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SPRING FLOWERS POTPOURRI SIMMER POT

05/10/2023

Spring Flower Stovetop Potpourri Ingredients

Simmer pots aren’t just for the fall and winter. Stovetop potpourri can make the house smell great year round. It’s literally spring in a bowl. I had all the ingredients on hand for this potpourri recipe. Simmer pots are a good way to clean out fruits and herbs that are on their way out in the fridge. Items from the yard can be used, as well. I had a two week old bouquet of grocery store flowers that I used for the flower petals. The pink and white roses and lavender came from my flower beds. Admittedly, I didn’t grow the oranges or lemons but I did have them in the fridge. Add sliced oranges and lemons, lavender sprigs, flower petals and roses to simmering water. Heat on low and enjoy the scent. Be sure to keep an eye on the water level in the pot. Do not let...