Recently in A Hen’s Nest

Dove Clear Tone Deodorant Pampers Your Underarms

Dove ClearTone Deodorant

I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Dove. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item as a thank-you for participating. So we're talking about that one very neglected spot on a woman's body today -- the underarm! I know I'm … [Continue Reading...]

{almost} Wordless Wednesday – Instagram recap #ww

Happy Monday - dog sticks her tongue out

If you follow me on Facebook or Instagram then you have probably seen most of these photos already -- they're too cute to not share again though! Our granddaughter is on the move and she had a grand time with daddy chasing her around the house last Sunday! She was giggling and laughing and oh it was … [Continue Reading...]

From Flooring to Fixtures: 5 Tips for Your Home Remodel

remodel-in-progress

My husband is a general contractor so I often hear first hand how hesitant his clients can be when they are thinking about doing any kind of home renovation. A home remodel can be a truly daunting and often stressful task! From deciding what color to paint your walls, to what type of flooring is … [Continue Reading...]

Feature your product in Hen’s 2013 Holiday Gift Guide!

A Hen's Nest is looking for new products to feature in our 2013 Holiday Gift Guide. This will be our fourth annual guide. This year, I'll be sharing gift ideas for teens, kids, toddlers, moms, dads, college students, grandparents and pets. I am looking for the latest in hot tech gadgets, kitchen … [Continue Reading...]

{almost} Wordless Wednesday – Week In Review #ww

Last Wednesday our daughter turned 13. THIRTEEN! I dug out this photo of her and Ginger when they were both just tots so I could compare it to Wednesday. Oh my how they have grown! My two girls, I just tear up looking at this!  Pie has grown into such a beautiful young lady and I'm so glad to be … [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...]

Welch’s Share Your Moments + PB&J Cookies! #Sharewhatsgood

Welchs-peanut-butter-cookies

I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Welch's. I received product samples to facilitate my review, and a promotional item as a thank you for participating. This photograph of my cousin, daughter and son at his graduation party in July makes me smile every time I see … [Read More...]

Silk Pumpkin Pie Bread Pudding Recipe #SilkHoliday

pumpkin pie bread pudding

My son and I are both lactose sensitive. While we don't often let that stop us from enjoying our favorite foods, I do try to make them without adding unnecessary milk. That's where Silk comes into the picture. We both enjoy drinking Silk products in smoothies and on their own -- especially the … [Read More...]

More of Hen's Recipes....

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...]