Cool Smoothies for a Hot Summer: The Blueberry Breeze

We are having an extremely hot summer here in Oklahoma. Spending as much time as possible trying to stay in and stay cool. I will be making these for us tonight. Thought the recipe was worth a reblog. Enjoy! This recipe is being shared at: Sugar and Spice Link Party Gluten Free Recipe Fix onContinue reading “Cool Smoothies for a Hot Summer: The Blueberry Breeze”

A Little Sweet Something Extra

Today we have an extra post with something sweet — my recipe for power balls. These are a healthier sweet treat and with no baking required are perfect for summer. Genie’s Power Balls Ingredients: 3/4 c. natural peanut butter (without added sugars, oils, etc.  Peanuts and a maybe a little salt are all I want toContinue reading “A Little Sweet Something Extra”

A Fun Way to Learn About Recycling

Several years ago I happened onto a website called Recyclebank.   According to their website, “Recyclebank inspires and rewards smarter, everyday choices for a more sustainable future.” So how does it work?  First you sign up.  There is no charge for this, but if you want to earn points you will need be signed in whenContinue reading “A Fun Way to Learn About Recycling”

A Burning Question

Do you ever wonder what your pet is thinking? I often wonder what Callie is thinking about.  Sometimes she looks lost in deep thought.  Other times she looks quite clueless.  And then there are the time when there is no doubt.  Everyone who lives with cats knows that drop dead, human look. I was goingContinue reading “A Burning Question”

National Ice Cream Day (Dairy Free Version)

This being National Ice Cream Day I couldn’t resist celebrating with one of my favorite flavors of fruit cream. Carrot Cake Fruit Cream   Carrot Cake Fruit Cream Copyright 2015 by R.A. Robbins Ingredients 2 cups frozen mashed bananas ½ cup coconut milk beverage (in the carton) ½ teaspoon cinnamon ¼ cup finely grated carrotsContinue reading “National Ice Cream Day (Dairy Free Version)”

Fall Fun: First Pot of Chili or Soup Party

Bob and I always celebrate the first pot of chili of the season.  A soup supper is fairly easy to set up and host.  Using slow cookers you can set up your soup on your island, kitchen counter or table.  You may serve the soup or allow the guests to serve themselves.  Provide any garnishesContinue reading “Fall Fun: First Pot of Chili or Soup Party”

Fall Fun: S’mores

In case you are not familiar with S’mores they are a toasted marshmallow smooshed between two graham cracker halves with a nice piece of a chocolate candy bar.  The hot marshmallow melts the chocolate and makes for a decadent, ooey gooey treat. Why are they called S’mores?  Because after you’ve eaten one you want s’more.Continue reading “Fall Fun: S’mores”

Fall Fun: Fall Leaf Crafts

Remember when we used to press fall leaves between sheets of waxed paper? Well there are now new techniques to preserve leafs and lots of new craft ideas. These are just a few of those available around the web. Roses from Fall Leaves Easy Fall Crafts from Leaves from Better Homes and Gardens (these includeContinue reading “Fall Fun: Fall Leaf Crafts”