Recently in A Hen’s Nest
Tully’s Hawaiian Blend coffee K-Cup Packs #YourPerfectCup
As a Green Mountain Coffee K-Cup Ambassador, I look forward to my monthly review surprises. Every single shipment that I have received so far has been a delicious experience and I have found several coffees and beverages (like the Wellness Brewed K-Cup Packs) that are on my must-keep-on-hand list. … [Continue Reading...]
The First Birthday – How to Make It a Bash to Remember
So you have made it through one year full of sleepless nights and diaper-changing that has more than likely left you in a haze. You've managed to somehow survive more dirty diapers than you care to remember and countless other baby messes that include drool, poop and who knows what else! Now that … [Continue Reading...]
{almost} Wordless Wednesday – growing every day #ww
Guess who is four and a half months old now? Our sweet little granddaughter, that's who! What a difference a week makes! Baby girl and her Mama spent Easter break at our house and she is just growing so fast! She coos and smiles at her Daddy and tries to sit up and drools a lot. She giggles and … [Continue Reading...]
I hate you elliptical. A workout whine session.
So, the elliptical machine and I are in a love hate relationship right now. I swear that after 45 minutes of awkward elliptical-ing, I have sweated buckets. Plus, it's not like I'm taking the easiest program. No, I am not. I've tried Cardio, Hill (kill me), strength and interval settings from 30 … [Continue Reading...]
Vicks DayQuil & NyQuil offer mom multi-symptom relief #spon
I have been putting off writing this post because I know as soon as I say the words "I haven't been sick much this year." -- I'll get sick. Or, someone in my family will get sick. Luckily, I know how to feel better if I do happen to come down with something (and in this crazy weather, it's a good … [Continue Reading...]
On Our Table
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...]
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}
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...]
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...]
