Recently in A Hen’s Nest
{almost} Wordless Wednesday – Son’s drawing + horrible iphone photos
If you are a friend of mine on Facebook or a Twitter follower, then you may have already had a peek at most of this week's photos. Sorry! I'm sharing them anyways because they're all I've got. Plus, I especially love the one of my boy. I so rarely have the chance to get a good photo of my … [Continue Reading...]
2012 Spring and Summer Earth Shoe Collection offers comfort and value, all under $100!
We may still have snow on the ground here in northwestern PA but that doesn't mean the warmer weather isn't on its way! I can't wait for those warm sock-free days! Warmer weather also means that I'll be shopping for those perfect summer shoes! I need casual comfort in my footwear: shopping, yard … [Continue Reading...]
Favorite Blueberry Cake #recipe – guest post by VirtuousGirlhood.com
This is RJ from Virtuous Girlhood.com and I’m so excited to guest post today! I love blueberries. And my family has a favorite blueberry cake recipe. However, I’m sick of the same old cake. So I decided to re-create it. And this is the result of my afternoon in the kitchen. This recipe is really … [Continue Reading...]
Foil Baked London Broil with sweet peppers and onions #recipe + skillet cornbread
Sometimes you just want to throw dinner in the oven, set the timer and be done with it. This recipe for foil baked steak is perfect for those nights when you just don't feel like cooking. Your family will think you planned it all out, when in reality you just threw together a few items from the … [Continue Reading...]
Wordless Wednesday – My son the artist, wii with my cousin and fried corn.
Since I'm failing miserably at keeping my #project366 up to date -- here are some photos from the past two weeks! I'm starting @fatmumslim's photo a day challenge tomorrow. I used her image prompt as my desktop's wallpaper, maybe... just maybe it will help me to remember to take that daily … [Continue Reading...]
On Our Table
Easy Weeknight Dinner: Simple Cheese Ravioli Bacon & Peas
I was going to make regular old frozen ravioli with jarred pasta sauce for a quick dinner last Wednesday, but there was no sauce to be found in the cupboard. When I stumbled upon the package of bacon buried in the freezer, I knew I had to do something with it -- must eat the bacon... And, yes... I … [Read More...]
Make a Quick Cream Cheese Apple Braid
The first month or so after Christmas usually ends up being pretty lean times around here. This year is no exception, even though we didn't go overboard with the gifts. That means I haven't been grocery shopping as much as I would like and the fridge is getting a little bit boring. To cheer us up, … [Read More...]
Recipe : Mini Meatloaf Muffin Cups
Sometimes, dinner pops up when you least expect it! Last week, I was busy getting my new computer all set up and before I knew it, everyone was asking what was for dinner! Dinner was "supposed" to be meatloaf, but I had forgotten to make the loaf and put it in the oven an hour earlier. So, Mini … [Read More...]
Home & Garden
DIY Rustic Wheel Herb Garden How-To #MiracleGroProject
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Miracle-Gro for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Gardening should be fun! I love to … [Read More...]
DIY Photo Frame Menu Board with Fellowes Saturn2 95 Laminator
I know I have been saying it a LOT, but it is almost time for our kids to go back to school! Nine more days until the big day! We have been getting … [Read More...]
Family Moments
Dad and The Giant Dinosaur :: Throw Back Thursday #tbt
I have wanted to participate in Throwback Thursday for a while now, but I always forget! Not today! I dug out some old photos and hope to remember to … [Read More...]
Preserve Memories with a DIY Photo Album Recipe Book #CanonPIXMA
This is a sponsored conversation inspired by the Canon PIXMA MG7120. All thoughts and opinions are genuine and 100% my own. For more information on … [Read More...]
