I am grateful for… My comfortable bed…so warm & cozy. A hot cup of tea Positive & uplifting TV shows & movies…Thanks Hallmark Channel. My comfortable couch to watch those shows & movies. A warm and soft blanket. Sometimes I take these sort of things for granted. Not everyone is fortunate enough to enjoy them. …
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Holiday Sweets 101: Brown Sugar Apple Butternut Squash Bundt Cake W/Brown Sugar Glaze
I figured there was no better time to kick off my sweets segment than the day after declaring 8 weeks of healthy holiday habits! And what better than a fall inspired Bundt cake. I love Bundt cakes…they shout holiday to me more than your average sheet cake. I bought a beautiful…like almost perfect…butternut squash at …
Grateful & Graceful Day Six
Is this normal fall weather for Kentucky/Tennessee??? I’m not talking about the temperature. I totally get 50-60 degrees but it’s been so soggy! Rainy and drizzly EVERRRRRYDAY! How the heck am I supposed to get in my daily outdoor fix??? Not to mention that’s where I get the bulk of my steps each day. Stalking…I …
Grateful & Graceful Day Five
Twenty-five years ago today I was BLESSED with the most BEAUTIFUL baby boy I had ever laid my eyes on and twenty-five years later I am so VERY GRATEFUL for every moment I’ve been given with him. He is the one who fulfilled my dream and purpose of becoming a mother. He exceeds my expectations …
Grateful & Graceful Day Four
I had a little internet problem when I went to post last night so it didn’t get posted on day 4 but this is my 4 of 30 Days of Gratitude. Well Hello Saturday! Don’t you just love the weekends? I do! I always feel like the weekends give us permission to kind of let …
Grateful & Graceful Day Three
Whoa! What a day! TGIF anyone?? I'm calling today "Frazzled Friday!" I have so so VERY many things...meaningful, heartwarming, & special things...that I am grateful for. But today...today I am grateful for... a health provider with gentle hands and a sense of humor RECLINING movie theater seating Chris Hemsworth...I mean Thor. BTW...Thor Ragnorok....LOVED IT! If …
Slow Cooker Roasted Home-style Chicken
It’s been a few days since I made my boys a real home cooked meal. Not cool. Last night I put a whole chicken in the fridge to defrost with the greatest of intention to make a beautifully roasted chicken dinner. I was super motivated last night as I took the roaster out of the …
Grateful & Graceful Day Two
I am grateful for my husband. He supports ALL that I do. He loves me even on my not so lovable days. He makes me laugh almost every day...more days than not. He is a great dad…in the TOP 2! He is committed to keeping our marriage strong through trials & triumphs. There are lots …
Grateful & Graceful Day One
Happy November!! I can hardly believe it's November already. This year has just flown by…although I kind of thought October was unusually long! I'm grateful for so many things in my life and I am RAISING my gratitude level. Today is day one of my 30 days of gratitude and I'm feeling grateful for the …
A Month of “Thanks”giving…
November is the month of Thanksgiving. This favorite national holiday is a day spent with family, friends and loved ones giving thanks, appreciation and sharing . But y’all, the attitude of gratitude should be practiced all year round. Gratitude can bring BIG changes to your life in a very positive way. It is simple, yet profound. …
Honey without Flowers 