SPICE-ROASTED CARROTS This is the very best carrot recipe I know. A side dish ideal for Thanksgiving (and always on my table for the feast!), this might become … Read More

[thumbnail] Appropriately named, Knock Out® rose bushes stand-out like the knockout babes they are. Their brilliant flowers keep a’bloomin’ throughout the entire summer, and … Read More

A Honey of a Bloom Honeysuckle It’s sweetly fragrant and wildly attractive. The honeysuckle is a romantic, yet hardy twining vine or arching shrub.  … Read More

Being a REALTOR®, I should have the best home on the block with perfect curb appeal. But, not so much. Don’t all real estate experts preach about ‘curb appeal?’ Of course we do. And I’ve got it.

By Samantha Garman ISBN: 9781726887250 Fun. Lighthearted. And an easy-breathing delight. Our first introduction to writer Samantha Garman’s work, we were hooked from the … Read More

By Chris Hogan, with foreword by Dave Ramsey ISBN: 978-0-9774-8952-7 Amazon.com During a season of re-energizing our worlds, it’s also an ideal time to … Read More

Are you feeling lucky this March?  Add this fun, lucky bamboo to your home as a sign of prosperity and goodness to come this … Read More

Thinking about Super Bowl foods? This recipe can be made ahead of time (so, no stress!)—and is way more delish than BBQ weenies in a crockpot (no offense to weenies).

By Emily Bronte with introduction by Diane Johnson ISBN: 0-375-75644-2  Various versions of Wuthering Heights available on Amazon.com A timeless classic of love and … Read More

It’s a new year. What better time than now to blast away at the nagging guilt quietly tugging within? And why not begin decluttering … Read More

Snow blankets the ground in much of this wonderful (but absolutely FREEZING) country. Nowadays, the beauty of winter is admired a little less frequently … Read More

By Alfred LansingISBN: 978-0-78670-621-1 $14.95 on Amazon.com In August 1914, Ernest Shackleton’s ship the Endurance embarked upon a fateful trip, setting sail for Antarctica. His … Read More

If low-cal is the goal, this isn’t the drink for you. However, if a warm-you-to-the-core and feel snuggle-rific beverage sounds toasty, then you’ve just … Read More

It’s cold. It’s dreary. Sunshine is an elusive, albeit always welcome, visitor. Yes, January can be a drag. So, why not brighten things up? … Read More

Want an easy way to update your home or office using some of the hot trends for interior design in 2017? Of course, you do.Jewel tones, neutrals and geometric patterns… Heck, I’ll even throw in some more hot trends: metallic, black + white, blue, nature-themes…oh my!
Yes, wallpaper can hit all of the trends easily and is a great “go-to” solution.

You guessed it: Peaches and Cream So, it’s the bitter winter in the Midwest and on the East coast—and out in sunny Arizona, we … Read More

Sometimes it’s best to get back to the basics. I’ve tried many new recipes over recent years for baking ham. Years ago (many years … Read More

COLOR PSYCHOLOGY Are you green with envy? Feeling blue? Or, do you have a heart of gold? Color affects our moods, our productivity and, certainly, … Read More

photos by Robin Motzer Designs Updating your kitchen and bathroom does not have to cost tens of thousands of dollars (and the inconvenience during … Read More

For summer, this is another delectable dish everyone (or most everyone!) will enjoy that is cool, can be prepared in advance of your smashing … Read More

Since schools are heading into summer break and the official kick-off of the summer season right around the corner, I am sharing this fun-and-fruity shot that will leave anyone who tries it thinking of sun, surf and sand!

These meringue shells are wonderful to serve with fresh fruit, fruit salad, pudding or your other specialty desserts. Sweet, light and delicious, you can make the cups as small or large as you like.

Between 1991 and 1998, “Saturday Night Live” would sometimes run a segment entitled “Deep thoughts by Jack Handy.” The segment consisted of a short passage or story, usually with some ironic twist. I liked the pieces then and still find them entertaining now. One quote actually carries a lesson. It went like this…

Color abounds in nature with the abundance of plant, mineral and animal life, with the changing of light throughout the day and with the change of seasons. It is used in marketing, fashion, housing—it’s in all aspects of our lives, evoking emotions—and sometimes strong ones.

If this story doesn’t nearly move you to tears, check your pulse. This World War II story of incredible survival and resilience is so gripping and unforgettable it’ll undeniably shape your perceptions of WWII far more deeply than the stories of history books.

There’s a reason she’s known as the guru of tidiness. If you’re looking to eradicate the clutter in your home—and in your life—this book is a must-read. With short chapters loaded with specific instruction, you’ll soon see how accumulating clutter messes up more than just the closets.

If you like I Just Want to Pee Alone, you’ll love its sequel. Raw? Oh, yes. Hilarious? You bet. Give it a try. And don’t forget Mother’s Day is just around the corner… give the young moms and moms-to-be a gift of well-deserved giggles.

There are moments in Mom-hood when if we don’t laugh, we’ll cry. That’s why this book series is close-at-heart for so many readers. A NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER, I Just Want to Pee Alone is a hilarious anthology, celebrating the world of the toughest job every mom (even if quietly) loves. A collection of essays written by 37 mom bloggers from across this great country, it’s a must-read for every mom and mom-to-be.