No, the turkey I’m referring to being thankful isn’t the holiday bird. I did not spare the turkey. It will be eaten and enjoyed. The “Turkey” is me. My Papa Vern always used to call me “Turkey.” And when Ash was born I was “Turkey One” and she was “Turkey Two.” I liked that for […]
The One with the Cheap Gas for our “New” Car
I needed to get gas. We meant to stop at Meijer’s gas station but we totally forgot. So when I went out again I stopped at the little podunk station known as Admiral. I am SO glad I did. Gas was just $2.41 while it was at least $2.53 EVERYwhere else. How awesome is that?! […]
Mama’s Chili
This chili says “home” to me. I am not a picky eater in the least. And I love “chili” because it means something different to everyone. Some people make theirs extra thick or spicy or with chicken. The options are endless and I enjoy trying every variety. But this recipe in particular comes from my […]
Mama’s Chili
This chili says “home” to me. I am not a picky eater in the least. And I love “chili” because it means something different to everyone. Some people make theirs extra thick or spicy or with chicken. The options are endless and I enjoy trying every variety. But this recipe in particular comes from my […]
Mel’s Own Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ok. You may have to forget everything I’ve ever said about chocolate chip cookies. I may have just created a new perfect cookie. Though Kevin and I are still huge fans of the flavor of the cookies with all butter, the texture and thickness of this cookie is phenomenal (not as flat as the all-butter […]
Mel’s Own Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ok. You may have to forget everything I’ve ever said about chocolate chip cookies. I may have just created a new perfect cookie. Though Kevin and I are still huge fans of the flavor of the cookies with all butter, the texture and thickness of this cookie is phenomenal (not as flat as the all-butter […]
The One with the Cheapest Date Ever
I’m still full from yesterday’s linner. (Linner=lunch & dinner.) I guess my birthday has not yet passed. Which I’m totally ok with. We decided to check movie showings at the Dollar Theater. (Dollar Theater=best invention ever.) Julie & Julia was showing! I was SO excited! I have been waiting to see this show since I […]
Soft & Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookies
I know I’ve said I don’t try other chocolate chip cookie recipes simply because Kevin absolutely loves “the perfect” recipe I use and will hardly tolerate me trying a new one. :) But alas, I caved. I wanted a different recipe–preferably one with all butter (since it’s on sale at our Aldi for $1.49 a […]
Soft & Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookies
I know I’ve said I don’t try other chocolate chip cookie recipes simply because Kevin absolutely loves “the perfect” recipe I use and will hardly tolerate me trying a new one. :) But alas, I caved. I wanted a different recipe–preferably one with all butter (since it’s on sale at our Aldi for $1.49 a […]
The One with the Grinch Who Hates My Extra Long Birthday
My birthday has extended into the weekend. Besides Nevercast singing me “happy birthday” from the stage, my husband continued to love on me in extra special ways. Today he went on a walk in the park with me. It was the best. I ended up running by myself back to the car because his foot […]