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Manly Gifts + 2 Free Printables

Whether he's a hunter, an avid sportsman, or just tough as nails- these manly gifts are sure to put a smile on his face. I have a growing list of husband birthday ideas, and each year I like to add a new creative idea to it. This year's manly gift idea was inspired by the town we live in. Hunting is huge here, and almost everyone owns a truck and RV. In fact, when we were house hunting, we thought it was funny that every single house we looked at had RV parking. The Walmart here always has a surplus stock of camo too! The great thing about this gift is your husband doesn't even need to be a hunter! The gift could just be a fun date night to the shooting range, or could even be attached to a Nerf gun! This would also make a great gift for a son, nephew, etc. I created 2 different printables to go with this gift idea, Here is what the second gift tag option looks like: This gift ... [Read More]

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Southwest Chicken Noodle Soup

This simple and savory southwest chicken noodle soup is delicious and filling, and ready in less than thirty minutes. A quick and easy cold weather meal! Fall is definitely my favorite time of year! I love the cooler weather, the changing leaves, and the sudden need to wear cozy sweaters everywhere. One thing I don't love, though, is the start of cold and cough season! I feel like my kids just started school and we've already had a few cases of the sniffles! When someone in my family isn't feeling well, this southwest chicken noodle soup is a lifesaver! It's so simple and quick to make, which means I can tend to the sick kid (or husband) instead of spending hours cooking. It's also delicious, nutritious, and a favorite with everyone in my family. I found everything I needed to make this soup in the O Organics® line, available in my area exclusively at Safeway and Albertsons stores. ... [Read More]

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Ghost Pancakes – A Fun Halloween Breakfast

Skip the cold cereal and start your Halloween festivities off right with these darling Ghost Pancakes! Since Halloween is on a school day this year, our morning will probably involve some rushing around to be out the door and on time for the bus. But that doesn't mean we have to sacrifice our Halloween festivities with a quick, boring breakfast! These Ghost Pancakes are the first thing my kids look forward to every October 31st! Using the recipe for my grandma's delicious pancakes with a few added chocolate chips, these ghost pancakes are not only fun to look at, they are super tasty! Here is how to make them- Ghost Pancakes *Makes about 20 ghost pancakes PANCAKE INGREDIENTS: 2 2/3 cups sifted flour 6 tsp baking powder 1 cup of sugar 1 tsp. salt 4 eggs, beaten 2 cups of milk 4 tbs. cooking oil 1 cup (approx.) chocolate chips GHOST PANCAKE ... [Read More]

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Clever + Colorful Friendship Birthday Gift Tags

These bright + cheerful Friendship Birthday Gift Tags are sure to make anyones day!  If you've been around long enough, I'm sure you've noticed our slight obsession with all things rainbow order. But can you blame us? I mean, look at these beautiful Friendship Birthday Gift Tags! Makes my OCD heart sing, I tell ya. But what we love more than rainbow order (shocking, I know) is that these clever tags take the guesswork out of what to get your friends for their birthdays! All you have to do is find a bunch of little things, some larger things, or even just one big thing to match the color tag you pick, and voila! Ready to make someone's (birth)day? Friendship Birthday Gift Tags supplies Friendship Birthday Gift Tags (download below) scissors or paper cutter gift bag or box matching tissue paper ribbon or twine matching birthday gifts directions First, ... [Read More]

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Candy Corn Rice Crispy Treats

These candy corn rice crispy treats are a fun seasonal twist on a traditional treat! These candy corn rice crispy treats are perfect to make now, on Halloween or all the way through Thanksgiving! Candy Corn Rice Crispy Treats Recipe   RICE CRISPY INGREDIENTS: 9 1/4 cups crispy rice cereal 1- 10oz bag mini marshmallows 7 tbsp butter yellow & orange food coloring Orange food coloring non-stick cooking spray CANDY CORN CRISPY DIRECTIONS: Spray two 8" round cake pans with cooking spray, set aside. Divide mini marshmallows and butter into three large microwave safe bowls as follows: Bowl one (will become the yellow ring): 5 cups mini marshmallows and 3 tablespoons butter Bowl two (will become the orange ring): 3 1/2 cups mini marshmallows and 2 tablespoons butter The third bowl (will become the white center): 2 1/2 cups mini ... [Read More]

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