A Day Filled With Coffee Bliss! Plus A Pound Cake With A Creamy Strawberry Topping #NaturalBlissWM #CBias

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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...]

Recipe of the Week: Egg in Toast

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...]

Healthy & Fast Breakfast Ideas

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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!

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...]

Recipes That Bring Veggies To The Table With A Smile!

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  I have my arms up in the air and I am waving the white flag in surrender. I am the culprit. The biggest offender… Of not balancing my meals. I don't think about that splash of color. I hardly give portions a second thought. I care not about the valuable nutrients of fruits and veggies. I go for the easiest way to a full belly and a happy family. Presentation – why bother? Balance … [Read more...]

Ten Simple Ways To Say I Love You

February is deemed the month of love all because of one day – February 14th. Valentine's Day is the day dedicated to making sure those you love know you love them. But when you think about it, shouldn't that happen every day? I say YES! So here are ten simple ways to say, "I love you" any day of the week: Make a favorite dessert. My hubby's favorite dessert is cheesecake. Since I have … [Read more...]

No More Boring Breakfasts! How to Make Easy Jelly Rolls, Cereal Bars, Egg Casserole & More!

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Does anyone else out there hate the ho-hum boring nature of breakfast? I mean really, how many eggs, stacks of pancakes, or yogurt can one person be expected to eat? B.O.R.I.N.G. I personally get sick of the same old breakfast routines so I try to find new, exciting recipes to liven up the breakfast table. Like a hearty and colorful scrabbled egg, filled with green, red, and yellow peppers, … [Read more...]

Let’s Party! **Easy Entertaining Tips** (Plus:Easy Chocolate Recipes!)

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I love to entertain. There is something very satisfying to me when I open my home to others. True, there is some work involved. You have to plan a little and be prepared, but it does not have to be stressful. In fact, entertaining can be as easy as 1-2-3! Whether you are serving up coffee, a full meal, or some simple desserts, entertaining can be a pleasant experience! Here are some quick tips to … [Read more...]

How to Make Breakfast Pizza & Chocolate Donuts (Plus Making it Educational)

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How To Make Simple Breakfast Pizza and Chocolate Donuts With The Kids. Plus Make Cooking Educational For Preschoolers!   I love preschool fun…I think more than my preschooler! Our letters the last two weeks have been D and P and let me tell you, there are a lot of D and P foods you can use for these letters. Let's take some time to whet our appetite. Think about a scrumptious Deep-Dish … [Read more...]

Cooking With Kids: How to Make Granola Snacks & Easy Calzones

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How To Make Granola and Easy Calzones With The Kids by: D (Deanna) of  SpotLight316 Ministries I am Deanna. All my friends call me D, so you can too! I am a wife, mom, and friend who wears many different hats. My primary role is that of wife and mom. I found the proverbial “beauty from ashes” in my own broken world and it is these very struggles that drive me to provide a space … [Read more...]