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*This blog entry contains affiliate links. Any purchases might support a very small business trying to thrive I stopped buying birthday cakes about 8 years ago when I discovered how easy it is to make a trifle and customize it. My kids have asked for a trifle for every birthday and holiday since. All my trifles use homemade whipped cream. My standing kitchen aid mixer for whipping my cream is a workhorse I've had for 11 years and still performs as brand new. Whipping your ow

Watch full process video here: Tools: Cookie Sheet Pizza Cutter Parchment Paper Sheet Knife Ingredients 1 small gala apple, sliced very thin 1/3 block of brie cheese wheel of choice 1/2 sheet of frozen puff pastry- I used about 1/3 of the sheet. This will vary based on the size squares you prefer 1-2 tablespoons of brown sugar 2 Tablespoons honey Instructions: Preheat oven to 400 Roll out puff pastry and cut into squares (about 2.5"-4") Slice apple and brie into similar size

My double chocolate cookies from start to finish. They are SO good! This is a tried and true recipe. My standing mixer is a workhorse . More importantly, it's unmatched quality. Why? I have had it for 11 years and it's never failed or had an issue. No repairs, no kinks, no issues whatsoever. Mixers aren't for everyone, but it's a must for me as I spend a lot of time in the kitchen. I use it at least twice a week. This is the one I use. Why parchment paper ? 1. They are che

What Every Woman Should Know If you’ve ever wondered whether driving for Uber or Lyft might fit your life, you’re not alone. More women are stepping into rideshare because it offers something most traditional jobs can’t: flexible hours, immediate earnings, and the ability to work around family, school, or a changing season of life. But as a female driver myself, I quickly learned that the experience is unique. The positives are real—I’ve had great conversations, met people fr

This recipe yields 6 salmon filets. See video of this recipe here: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1CRUjax4JV/ Tools: 2 Baking sheets 2 in1 strainer pot for boiling and draining sweet potatoes (I have personally used this exact pot for 3 years and it has held up so well. No dumping, splashing or rush of steam. It has nozzles that hold the lid in place, allowing me to strain right from the pot. 4 sheets of precut parchment paper sheets . A box of these last a long time! Wh

Loud booms and flashes can be scary for our furry friends! Here are a few simple ways to help keep them calm. As a top rated pet sitter, I personally recommend these products for your canine fur-babies.  Create a cozy, quiet space with their favorite blanket or toy   Calming chews – there are many available locally and on Amazon. These have worked best for my 50 pound pit / lab mix, to the extent where we have been able to get her outside when fireworks are clearly audible.

I’ve been helping with a HUGE basement decluttering project — a multi-month effort involving decades of combined household items. Along...