Tis the season of joy, giving, thankful hearts, warm homes, and happy blessings. It can also be a time of reflection and meditation - remembering those who have gone before us and who may or may not be with us any longer. The most joyful thing about Christmas though is that Christmas is a season of promise - the promise of God to send us a savior. The promise of a baby, and He sent His own ... View Post
Easy Mexican Casserole Recipe
Here I am sharing a family favorite - my easy recipe for Mexican Casserole. It only takes minutes to throw together and cooks up into a cheesy, meat and veggie-packed dish that both kids and adults love. In our family, we love Mexican food. With two Latino parents, I learned early on that good food and family time go hand in hand. My husband grew up in Texas where he learned to enjoy all things ... View Post
Over 50 Fathers Day Recipe and Gift Ideas
Father's Day is right around the corner. What special things do you have planned for Dad? Well, if you are looking for gift ideas we have got you covered. Two huge lists of gift ideas - some you can buy online, and a whole long list of FREE or nearly FREE gift ideas too. Plus there is a summer bucket list - in case Dad prefers activities over gifts and there are a bunch of ideas for gifts kids can ... View Post
6 Christmas Celebration Recipes
We are two weeks away from Christmas--the most wonderful time of the year. With most of the shopping hopefully finished, we now turn our attention to the long-awaited festivities of the season. This week we highlight the food and treats that you and your family can enjoy at your Christmas gatherings. From the gorgeous Raspberry Punch, to the tasty Crack Pretzels with Crispy Caramel and ... View Post
Gracious and Grateful Living at Family Fun Friday
This week at Family Fun Friday we are spending time learning about gracious and grateful living. The holidays are always a reminder to be gracious to one another and grateful for all that we have but it's important to remember to live this way all year long. There are many ways we can be gracious to our family, our friends and neighbors. Being grateful creates a calmness in our minds and hearts, ... View Post
Save Time and Simplify at Family Fun Friday
This week at Family Fun Friday we are looking at ways we can save time and simplify. There is always so much to do and so little time to do it all. Since we can't magically add more time to our day let's get some tips from other busy parents for saving time and simplifying our lives. A quick and easy cinnamon roll recipe will help you put a delicious meal on the table and cost you little time in ... View Post