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The Best Piece of Advice My Dad Ever Gave Me

I can imagine him, in his Brooklyn accent, saying to me "Heather, you don't have to tell everyone everything". That's it. For some context here, both my stepmom and sister were angry at me for a decision I had made.

My father passed away unexpectedly several years ago. He got really sick, was hospitalized, then sent home (likely too soon) and ended up back in the hospital less than a week later in a coma that he never came out of. In some ways, I feel like God gave me some closure during that first hospital visit. Like we had drifted, but then had the opportunity to come back together, even if only for a moment before it was time for my dad to move on. My dad and I had a strange relationship. I really ... continue reading...


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Fun and Festive Reindeer Chow!

IF you commented on this post for the giveaway prior to 12/18/15 at 1:30PM CST, I have your comment! You are still entered to win. You will not see your comment below though. Sorry! Click here to enter to win a $100 WinCo gift card when you share your party all-stars! Several years back I was handed a baggie of what looked like messy, muddy cereal. Um, thanks? I am not sure why I chose to taste this concoction, maybe I had skipped lunch? I did taste it though, and I haven't looked back! It ... continue reading...


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Powdered Sugar Lemon Cake Cookie Recipe

Click here to enter to win a $100 WinCo gift card when you share your party all-stars!  When it comes to powdered sugar, I am definitely a fan. In fact, one time when I was younger and working at a restaurant, I was so desperate for a sweet fix that I dipped my finger in a bowl of (what I thought was) powdered sugar and quickly paid for my lapse in good judgement by the choking (like, literally CHOKING) realization that it was actually BAKING POWDER. Let me tell you, you will never make that ... continue reading...


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Mini M&M & Chocolate Chip Cookies PLUS Goody Bag Templates from Hefty!

Who doesn't love some sweet treats during the holidays? I love gifting cookies, brownies and even sometimes homemade candy during the holidays. As my kids get older, they get more involved in the baking fun as well. In fact, I guess we bake so often that my daughter has now decided she wants to be a baker when she grows up! So adorable. I always look for fun new recipes to share with friends and family, and around mid November/early December is when I start testing! My son has been ... continue reading...


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Captain McFinn’s Swim & Play App Review

This post is part of a sponsored campaign for Captain McFinn’s Swim & Play App. I received compensation for my participation, but my review and opinions are my own. I recently was invited to try out an app by the brand Captain McFinn & Friends. The brand Captain McFinn and Friends overall goal is to help children become good people, which is totally something I can get on board with! In the app I was invited to try out, Captain McFinn's Swim & Play app, real, live people, ... continue reading...


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