Recently in A Hen’s Nest
NBC’s Parenthood – my favorite show, it makes me cry every single time!
I’m a day behind but I just finished watching my DVR’d copy of the season 3 finale of my favorite TV series, Parenthood. Oh my goodness! I don’t think any show on TV has ever made me cry so much! Every episode is a tear jerk-er. All of the actors fit so perfectly into their roles. Each scene and … [Continue Reading...]
Win $25 PayPal or Amazon.com – love my readers #giveaway
I love you! Yep, I really do :). Thanks for sticking around ahensnest to leave comments, share posts and for being awesome readers -- I truly appreciate it! Which is why I've decided to have a monthly giveaway. WooHoo! Each month you'll have a chance to win $25! The winner will be able to choose … [Continue Reading...]
The big giant Owl that ate my chicken — and why you should make sure your backyard chickens are locked up at night.
I was looking through some old photos on my Photobucket account this morning when I ran across a video from our old house that I had forgotten all about! It was the morning {the very early morning} of July 4th, 2007. Super G. and I were woken by a loud racket. It sounded like a whole flock of crows … [Continue Reading...]
Cultivating my daughter’s love of reading — Finally!
Reading has always been important to me. There is nothing in this world like the feeling of a worn book in your hand. Or, the pleasure you can get from being the very first to turn the pages of a brand new novel. I've been reading for as long as I can remember and it has always been a dream of mine … [Continue Reading...]
Really Good Oven Baked Meatballs – easy dinner #recipe
After seeing several friends post on Facebook yesterday that they were making spaghetti and meatballs for supper, I had to make some as well! It's been awhile since I've made homemade meatballs -- the last time I did make meatballs, I fried them and though they were good, they fell apart like they … [Continue Reading...]
On Our Table
NatureRaised Farms® Orange-Sage Oven-Roasted Chicken and Potatoes
Thank you to NatureRaised Foods for sponsoring this article. Learn how NatureRaised Foods is “Doing What’s Right, Right from the Start™” in your area. It's mid-summer and most nights, the kids and hubby start roaming around the kitchen at 4pm, wondering what's for supper. I love to toss together … [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...]
Chicken Noodle Soup with Fresh Homemade Egg Noodles
I wasn't planning on posting this chicken noodle soup recipe, hence the horrible quality cell phone photos! Once the family tried it, though-- we decided it was probably one of the best soups I have ever made! Which means I had to share it so I would remember just how I threw it together! The … [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...]
