Recently in A Hen’s Nest

Hang it up with Gecko Tech® Reusable Hooks™ from Duck Brand®

Gecko-Tech-Reusable-Hooks

This post brought to you by Gecko Tech. All opinions are 100% mine. Since we live in a fairly small space, we find ways to do without a lot of square footage. This often means finding the best way to utilize our wall space is key. In the past, I have recklessly resorted to using nails, screws, … [Continue Reading...]

Wordless Wednesday – Cruisin’ #ww

Tom driving the Mustang

Chris has been letting Tom drive the Mustang to get some practice in. They like to take pictures of each other and then send them to me. Dorks. :) Also, not fair! I haven't even had a chance to drive the old girl yet! ☛ Happy Wordless Wednesday! ☚ … [Continue Reading...]

Take control of your smart phone bill with Republic Wireless

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This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Republic Wireless for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. After rent costs, our family's cell phone contract is our largest monthly bill. Isn't that crazy? Our phones cost more than our electric, satellite television and internet … [Continue Reading...]

Easy Fettuccine Pasta with Bacon, Peas and Cream Cheese Alfredo Sauce

bacon cream cheese alfredo sauce recipe

  There is no possible way to claim that this cream cheese Alfredo sauce is remotely good for you.  But hey, it's got peas! More importantly, it's packed with crispy, delicious bacon and even better -- the cream cheese sauce that hugs the fettuccine noodles is rich and thick and hearty and so … [Continue Reading...]

The elegance and beauty of Tacori engagement rings

Engagement Ring by Tela Chhe, flicr cc

#compensated conversation You have finally found that certain someone who makes you feel amazing. So amazing that you can't contain how excited you are about the possibility of spending the rest of your lives together. Of course, now you'll want the world to know how you feel, which means finding … [Continue Reading...]

On Our Table

Make a Quick Cream Cheese Apple Braid

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...]

No Fail Yeast Rolls Recipe

No Fail Yeast Rolls

Homemade rolls are a favorite in our home. I love trying new recipes for them and also have a few stand by favorites. This recipe is one I use when I'm short on time. The rolls are delicious, dense and yeasty; perfect for potato soup dipping! Plus it makes a large batch, I can serve half and freeze … [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...]

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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...]