Hi, Living on Love and Cents Readers!! My name is Chrissy and I am so excited to be sharing with you guys today! I am a stay home mom of two boys and I have been married to my high school sweet heart for 15 years! My hubby and I love to work on projects together, we built our last home from the ground up doing all most everything ourselves. We also like to buy and fix up properties to … [Read more...]
Meal Ideas For The Week: Beef & Rice, Turkey Meatloaf, Chessy Potatoes, Ham & Cheese Sliders
June 22 by · 2 Comments
One of my goals this year was to master meal planning. I'm still not perfect, but I work really hard to make sure there are yummy meals waiting for my family to devour. We don't always get to eat together anymore, but as many days as possible, I try to gather my guys around the table. It is the perfect time for us to talk…and often the only time we are all together for any length of time. … [Read more...]
Colorful Marshmellow Pops
June 12 by · 2 Comments
These are super easy and fun! I did these for my daughter's Justin Bieber party. These can be done with any colors so they would be a hit on any occasion. The kids can do these because they are so easy! You need: Marshmellows Kabob sticks or cake pop sticks (found in baking section at Walmart) Cup of cold water Colored cupcake sprinkles ( do a bowl for each color) Easy steps: 1. … [Read more...]
Making The Switch, Giving & Eat More Turkey! Small Changes! Big Results! #JennieOCFK @champions4kids #CBias
May 21 by · 1 Comment
Earlier this month I told you that our family is participating in the Making the Switch Challenge. Please read the post explaining Jennie-O Champions For Kids partnership to help people make the switch for the good. Also you can see my Jennie-O shopping experience on Google Plus. My children and I each gave up something: juice packs, chips and McDonalds breakfasts. We have maintained this … [Read more...]
A Day Filled With Coffee Bliss! Plus A Pound Cake With A Creamy Strawberry Topping #NaturalBlissWM #CBias
May 21 by · 5 Comments
I am Heather and I am a coffee addict! I am one of those people who can have coffee at breakfast, midday and evening! I love the flavored and the regular black coffee but the flavored coffee always get first pick! I love the flavored choices you can get from McDonald's and Starbucks. If you love coffee too then you are going to love what I have to share with you! Coffee Mate has added a new … [Read more...]
Jennie-O & Champions for Kids:CFK May SIMPLE Service Project & Make The Switch Challenge! #cbias #JennieoCFK
May 6 by · 7 Comments
With childhood obesity affecting an alarming number of children in the US, 12.5 million, and parents are looking for ways to provide their children with the healthiest meals possible. To support their efforts, Jennie-O and Champions for Kids have teamed up for the CFK May SIMPLE Service Project: Make The Switch Challenge! This challenge is all about identifying a unhealthy item in your family’s … [Read more...]
Recipe of the Week: Egg in Toast
May 4 by · 1 Comment
Recently I discovered somewhere something called egg in the hole. It is an egg fried inside toast. Brilliant right?? I had to try it! And let me tell you it is easy peasy! And YUMMY! Here is the simple recipe : Heat up your frying pan Get some bread Get a cookie cutter, small cup or other item to make a hole in the bread. I used the top of a Chuck E Cheese cup. … [Read more...]
How to Make Microphone Cupcakes
April 2 by · 2 Comments
This weekend we did my daughter's Justin Bieber party. I could not find a musical themed cake that I was happy with. So... I turned to pinterest and discovered it was posible to make cupcakes look like microphones. So I got to work! It is really easy! And it is NOT expensive! If you are doing a party on a budget this is a great idea! Here are the simple instructions to make your own … [Read more...]
Healthy & Fast Breakfast Ideas
March 29 by · 18 Comments
I don't know about you, but I notice a difference in my eating habits if I do not eat breakfast. I have {reluctantly} been keeping a food journal and I can easily see that I tend to snack more when I have skipped a meal, particularly breakfast. I know this isn't breaking news, but in honor of breakfast, I wanted to share a few healthy recipes with you. Start your day off right and curb your … [Read more...]
Adding Fruit To Your Diet + Fun Things You Can Do With Fruit!
March 14 by · 33 Comments
Last week, we talked about the benefits of veggies. Today, we are going to look at the reasons why we should also include fruits in our diet. Before we get to some yummy recipes, check out these compelling reasons to make them! • Fruits are a low-cal, low fat option. They provide the natural sugar our bodies need, a good source of fiber, and of course, oodles of vitamins! • Fruits are a … [Read more...]
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