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Scattered Sundays

As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. It went from 93 on Sunday, to 65 on Monday. I went from sweating my face off, to wearing socks again in 24 hours. Wild...

5 jars of blueberry rhubarb jam, one is opened with a spoon sticking out of it.

Blueberry Rhubarb Jam

Homemade Blueberry Rhubarb Jam is a delicious spread for toast, yogurt, or dessert recipes. Thanks to the low-sugar recipe, this blueberry jam tastes fresh and bright, just like real fruit. As an Amazon Associate, I earn...

Jars of canned peaches on a wooden board

Canning Peaches {How to Can Peaches}

An easy step-by-step tutorial on Canning Peaches. This recipe for how to preserve peaches is perfect for beginners and experienced canners alike. Instructions include low-sugar and no-sugar options.  As an Amazon Associate, I earn...

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Confessions

If you’re new around here, confessions is a time for us to all unburden ourselves of the silliness we’re feeling at the moment. I share dumb things, then you share dumb things, and we...

A sweet potato on a tan plate topped with butter and green onions

Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potato

These Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potatoes are ready in less time than oven-baked. Simple and fuss-free, these perfectly cooked whole sweet potatoes are great for a fast dinner or a weeknight side dish. As...

2 boys and their dad on bikes

Scattered Sundays

We headed to Ocean Shores this week for a week at Troy’s parent’s place down there. The weather was absolutely perfect, even with a wind advisory that happened on Wednesday and Thursday. On the...

a grey bowl with pea and bacon risotto and rose gold fork.

Pea and Bacon Risotto

This delicious Instant Pot Pea and Bacon Risotto is a one-pot weeknight dinner that is packed with amazing flavors. Ready in a flash, this pressure cooker risotto eliminates the long cook time and constant stirring of a...

jars of canned apricots against a tile background.

Canning Apricots

An easy step-by-step tutorial on Canning Apricots. This recipe for preserving apricots is perfect for beginners and experienced canners alike. Instructions include low-sugar and no-sugar options.  As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases....

a roasted air fryer cornish hen on a white plate with sage, lemon, and a bowl of salt.

Air Fryer Cornish Hens

Learn how to make the perfect Air Fryer Cornish Hens for a fast and delicious meal. These tender and delicious game hens look like an elegant meal but are perfect for a busy weeknight. As an...

multiple photos of a dad with his kids.

Scattered Sundays

To all the parents out there who are looking at the color-coded “summer fun bucket lists” on Pinterest and then googling “are there boarding schools for summer”, I see you and I honor you....

a blue bowl with multiple scoops of homemade peach ice cream, with whole peaches.

Homemade Peach Ice Cream

Like a bowl full of summer, this fresh Homemade Peach Ice Cream is packed full of flavor. This easy peach ice cream recipe can also use frozen or canned peaches, giving you that summer...

a glass bowl of cheese dip with veggies and pretzel bites on a wooden board

Pub Cheese

Pub Cheese is a delicious and flavorful spreadable cheese dip that you’re going to love snacking on! Perfect with crackers, veggies, and pretzels, this beer cheese recipe is a super-fast appetizer that will quickly...