Kristin Schell
Deck the Halls . . . with Shoeboxes! It’s that time again—the days are getting shorter, the temperatures are falling, everyone is back in school. As a mom, I breathe a sigh of relief as we get back into routine. But my mind inevitably wanders to prepping our hearts and minds for the next season, the one with tinsel and…
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October is wonderful, isn’t it? Like Anne of Green Gables said, “I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” I certainly can’t blame her: who doesn’t love the brilliant blue skies, the cooler weather, the beautiful mums? But to me, I love October because in my house, it’s the beginning of soup season. Let’s be honest:…
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Pass the Chex Mix Football season is in full swing. For my family, that means Fridays in the bleachers, Saturdays at the stadium (Hook ‘em, Horns!), and Sunday afternoons with the NFL playing in the background as I get ready for the week. Everyone knows the best part about football is the food—no contest. Whether you’re watching or playing, snacks…
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Peanut Butter & Jelly Cookies & Milk Cheese & Crackers Ladies & gents, you’re gonna want to take a seat for this. . . Pimento Cheese & Biscuits. I’m not sure why it took me nearly 50 years to learn about this pairing, but now that I know it’s my duty and honor to share the love. Thank you Garden…
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Three Bean Salad Summer is the perfect time for potlucks, casual summer suppers, and dishes bursting with garden flavors. It’s also a time to savor memories of summers past. My favorite memories are of long summer nights chasing fireflies and running laps around my grandparent’s fenceless yard. What’s your favorite food memory?
Top Summer Books & GIVEAWAY Longer days mean more time to read! Well, perhaps that’s wishful thinking, but we can dream can’t we? I’m making my way through each of these books and there’s no way I’ll be able to pick a favorite. There’s something on this list for everyone. I hope you’ll grab a book and sit with your…
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