Recently in A Hen’s Nest

Go Purple to Support Domestic Violence Awareness #HopeLine #Giveaway

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month -- a subject that I can relate to on a personal level. In fact, odds are you are close to someone who has experienced or is now experiencing domestic violence in their own home.  Domestic violence isn't choosy-- Men, Women and Children are all victims … [Continue Reading...]

How To Grow Your Partnership As Man And Wife

  When two people get married, it is in sickness and in health, good times and bad. That means when there are problems, both of them need to get together and work on things. And when one of them has issues that may be personal, it's still a problem for both of them and whomever isn't … [Continue Reading...]

10 Ways to Keep your Home Safe from Break-ins

Statistics have determined that in the U.S a home break-in occurs every 14.4 seconds; that is roughly 2.5 million break-ins each year. This sad fact should provide enough incentive to inspire you to beef-up the security of your home. Better safe than sorry is the philosophy that every homeowner … [Continue Reading...]

Choosing Ideal Kitchen Cabinets

Kitchen cabinets are an unusual mix of wall covering, storage space, and functional items. They create the room's mood as well as helping the occupant meet daily needs while simultaneously influencing lighting. As a result, choosing these items can be a very complex process. Meeting all these … [Continue Reading...]

Work from Home Options for Women Looking to Find Better Work Life Balance

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You need your income to sustain a decent quality of life. However, when it comes to working in most capacities, finding a reasonable balance between your work life and your family can be challenging. Whether it’s because of the many responsibilities you have at work, the schedule you’re required to … [Continue Reading...]

On Our Table

Bake Sale Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies

soft chocolate chip cookies

When I dropped my daughter off at basketball practice tonight, I realized that I had forgotten something. Everyone was carrying various trays and bags of cookies which reminded me that I was also supposed to bring 2 dozen cookies for this weekend's bake sale. Woops! A stop at the store, 2 hours, … [Read More...]

Spring Brunch Strata with ham, potatoes and cheese #EBbrunch

egg strata recipe

Recently, I threw a fun egg themed brunch where I focused on creating recipes that use nutritious Eggland's Best eggs. I thought I would share just one of the dishes that I served to my guests. I decided to make a cross between a strata and a frittata -- this is what I came up with after reading … [Read More...]

Recipe : Mini Meatloaf Muffin Cups

mini meatloaf 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...]

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Home & Garden

diy rustic wheel herb container garden project

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...]

my weekly menu board

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

Dinosaur Park 1988 - Rapid City, South Dakota

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...]

recipe book from a mini photo album

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...]