Recently in A Hen’s Nest
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, … [Continue Reading...]
Wordless Wednesday – Granddaughter Expressions #ww
While we didn't get to see our little granddaughter last weekend since she is a little under the weather, we were fortunate enough to spend several days with her over the Christmas break. She is such a cute little baby! I love seeing all of the different expressions that cross her face in the … [Continue Reading...]
What to do with old mobile phones when you upgrade?
We are a family of cell phone users, all four of us have one and we, of course, use them daily. My husband's phone gets the most use since he takes his business calls on his mobile phone. My son and daughter are super expert texters -- they use their phones the most for keeping in touch with their … [Continue Reading...]
Enzo Jumper Boot Review – Little Girl Style
I am not a shoe girl, but my daughter is. Any store we go to, if there are shoes, we must look. So when I was offered the chance to review the Enzo jumper boots, I was all -- Um, yeah! Let me tell you, these boots are neat. We received the pair with the black sparkly shaft & The Princess was … [Continue Reading...]
No nonsense Tights and Leggings: Affordable and Trendy
This post brought to you by No nonsense. All opinions are 100% mine. I recently received a package of No nonsense tights and leggings and was instructed to style a few outfits around each item. Normally I don't wear tights or leggings but my daughter does -- she snatched them up as soon as they … [Continue Reading...]
On Our Table
Welch’s Share Your Moments + PB&J Cookies! #Sharewhatsgood
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...]
Glade® Inspired Creamy Coconut Milk Hot Chocolate
One of my favorite ways to create a welcoming home during the holiday season, is to bake up a sweet holiday treat for my friends and family -- when I know they're stopping by for a visit. There is really nothing so comforting as stepping into someone's home from the freezing outdoors and smelling … [Read More...]
One Bowl Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake #recipe
Cake is often on the list of good luck foods to eat on New Year's day, yes most specify that it should be round cake but to me; cake is cake is cake. The other day on Facebook, my cousin mentioned that she had just made mayo cake from our Gramma's Amish cookbook. Oh yum! I remember that cookbook … [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...]
