Recently in A Hen’s Nest

Mini Caramel Molasses Cheesecakes #ToraniFlavors

Caramel Molasses Cheesecakes

When I received a box of Torani Flavored Syrups in the mail last week, I was excited to see what new flavor I would be sampling. I was just the tiniest bit disappointed that I had received the same two flavors that I reviewed last year. Then I remembered how delicious the Gingerbread and the Salted … [Continue Reading...]

It’s the thought that counts – Show you care #KleenexCares

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As a child it was all too common to hear that it was "the thought that counts" whenever someone gave something from the heart. While it can be difficult to understand when you are very young, as you get older, you come to realize this small phrase is so very true.  One small gesture that has stayed … [Continue Reading...]

Dirty Dancing: The Deluxe 25th Anniversary Edition

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Dirty Dancing is one of my all time favorite movies. How could it not be? I love the music, the dancing, the cast and the setting. There was just something so special about watching Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey together, it was magical and still is every time I watch. If you know someone who … [Continue Reading...]

Hens Clutch – Friday #Giveaway Linky 12/7 – 12/13

Yay! Another Friday! I'm going to spend the weekend curled up on the couch watching movies with my daughter and sipping on delicious Green Mountain Coffee (that may or may not be a hint about an upcoming giveaway!) What are your plans? If you have a few minutes, check out these great giveaways going … [Continue Reading...]

Nintendo Wii Ultimate I Spy & I Spy Spooky Mansion – Great Gift!

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Please welcome again my sister, who shares how much fun she and her daughter have been having with this new Wii Game by Scholastics! ~Henrietta Our family has always loved Scholastic's I Spy Books. Book fairs, library sales, fundraisers, if there's an I Spy book we don't have yet, we buy it. So of … [Continue Reading...]

On Our Table

Spaghetti Torte Recipe – or make ’em think it’s cake!

April fools day spaghetti cake

Here is that Spaghetti Torte I tricked the kids with on April Fool's Day. I am going to be making this recipe again, it was very good, and very cheesy. I don't even want to know how many calories are in it though! I'm sure that if you were to use lower fat varieties of the cheeses and sauce, and use … [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...]

Glade® Inspired Creamy Coconut Milk Hot Chocolate

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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...]

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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...]

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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...]