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

Cranberry Pumpkin Crunch Dessert : Baking with #PAMSmartTips

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of PAM Cooking Spray. It's my favorite time of year! The weather is cooler, the holidays are coming and I get to bake delicious food to share with my friends and family!  I've had this Pumpkin Crunch recipe stashed away in my Gramma's recipe … [Read More...]

Potluck Apple Pie Bars #Recipe {make pie in a sheet pan}

apple pie bars

Our annual family reunion was this past Saturday and we always have a ton of delicious treats to share while we visit and catchup. I've been so hungry for Apple Pie lately that I went searching for the perfect recipe to take with me. I combined two favorite pie recipes into this one big delicious … [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...]