It’s that time of year when some of us have family and close friends visit for the holidays. Most of my family lives within an hours drive, but we do have a few relatives who live out of state and spend the night when they do visit.
Don’t be stressed out at the thought of hosting family or friends overnight. I have a few tips to help you make your guests feel right at home.
Make sure to air out your guestroom a few days before. When I say air out I mean just that. Open the windows slightly to let the …read more

It’s the end of another month and so once again I have put together a list of this month’s articles for easy access.  I tried putting them into categories, but some of the categories overlapped a little.  I hope this helps to find what you need or missed this month.

Food, Cooking, and Holidays:
Cooking with a Little This and That
10 Ways to Eat More Fruits and Vegetables
Your Last Minute Stop for Halloween Ideas
17 Halloween Cupcake Ideas
20 Pumpkin Inspired Recipes
Tips for Hosting Thanksgiving Dinner
30 Fall Inspired Desserts and Treats
Organization and Declutering:
Do You Have an All or Nothing Attitude
Tips to Get Your Organization …read more

As always, Better Homes & Gardens has beautiful ideas for the holidays.  Show that special someone how much you care by trying one of BHG’s sweet recipes or romantic gift ideas.  I hope you enjoy these links.
22 Simple Treats for Two
29 Creative Ways to Say “I Love You”
Valentine’s Day Flowers and Centerpieces
So Sweet Valentine Treats
Easy to Make Valentine’s Day Cards
photo source BHG

I hope you will join me on a little blog hopping. I really should go out and shovel the front walk, but… I’m working   I have to keep up with the other talented ladies in my channel and it’s cold out there.
Holiday Baking Supply Stock Up Sales 
Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse Cake
Channel Your Inner Mrs. Claus
Dealing With Holiday Stress
Chocolate Zen: Dark Chocolate Espresso Beans