I’ve been pondering this whole Halloween thing for weeks now.  I’ve done a tad bit of preparation, but nothing like I needed to.  I know the kids will be off from school the rest of the week and that will give me some time to finalize everything.  If you’ve procrastinated like me, you’ll appreciate these last minute Halloween ideas.  If not, then bookmark it for next year.  

Bridget at Bake at 350 gives step-by-step instructions for making these cute spiderweb cookies.  You’ll also want to know how to make her perfectly black icing for the spiderweb cookies and other …read more

I’ve been browsing around the internet today.  Thought you might enjoy these too.   :)

Landlord Ed Peirce refused to evict his tenants.  Instead, he got a job.  This is a beautiful story of kindness and mercy.
This chicken tenders picadillo sounds yummy and simple.  I might give this recipe a try some time soon.
I’ve had fruit pizza before and now I have the recipe from Two Peas and Their Pod.  The pictures make the pizza look too pretty to eat.
To get educated about tea shopping, check out these 10 healing herbs used in teas.
Some days I can get a lot done and …read more

I’ve been doing a little surfing around the internet.  Thought you might enjoy these too.

My mouth is watering from just looking at these brownies from How to Cook Like Your Grandmother.  I don’t remember my grandmother making anything that looked this good.
These tea party flower sandwiches are so darling. So cute and dainty. These are perfect for a tea party with my little girl.
This short video of a kid parking his toy car will bring a smile to your face.
Nicole at Making it Lovely has organized her closet.  I am so impressed with her system.  After seeing this though, I …read more

I haven’t done a link round up in a while.  Hope you enjoy these articles I’ve found.

I know the title of this is “Links I’m Enjoying”.  I don’t enjoy family profiling, but I found Marye’s article very interesting and upsetting.  Check out Green Is as Green Does: Can a Large Family Be Eco-Friendly?.
I’m a bit of a tightwad, so I enjoyed reading about a cheap dessert, Depression Style Rice Tarts, at Baking Delights.
Fall is my favorite season so these Centerpieces with a Vegetable Theme at She Knows Parties made me smile. 
I’ve heard of making your own laundry detergent, but Trent at …read more

I’m been surfing around the web and here are some articles that I’m enjoying or might be helpful to you. 

Easy Patriotic Dessert Recipes
Too Many T-Shirts? Transform Them!
Recycle Your Old Books
5 Ways to Save Money on Kids’ Party Decorations
Grilled Portobello Mushroom Burgers
Rosemary Shortbread Cookies
Pork & Veggies Kabobs
A Simple Raspberry Sauce
How to Freeze Blueberries
Southwestern Style Potato Salad
Deep Fried Mash Potatoes
How to Make Paper Floofs for Your Party
How to Make a French Fry Cake
Enjoy! 
Do you have any links to add?
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Here are links to some of the articles I enjoyed this week.

Cindy at My Recycled Bags has recycled old t-shirts to make a really cute purse.
Erika at CraftStylish shows how to make tote bags from vintage bed sheets.
Mornings with Mom has a tasty looking homemade apple crisp that she says is quick and easy to make.
This newspaper hut is pretty cool.  Be sure to bookmark this for those summer days when the kids are bored out of their minds.  Whip out this idea and your kids will probably call you “the coolest mom ever”.
During the summer, my husband and I enjoy …read more

Have you all missed me?  I know that I’ve missed you.  After a few exhausting weeks and over 20 hours on the road, I’m happy to be back at home.  Here’s a few links I’m enjoying today.

I’m craving burritos since reading about these Brown Bag Burritos at The Finer Things in Life.  I need to find the time to make some of these and freeze them for quick meals.
A few years ago, I could have used this recipe for frugal potting soil.  I had some flower beds to build up and fill with dirt.  I remember buying the cheap potting …read more

Sorry there aren’t as many link as I had planned.  Don’t you just love it when Internet Explorer closes all of your windows?  Anyway, here are some links I’m enjoying.
Marye’s goat had babies over the weekend.  She just put up some new pictures and they are so cute!  I live out in the country and this has me thinking about getting some animals.
Today is St. Patrick’s Day.  Here are some unconventional ways to celebrate.
Did you know that’s it’s American Chocolate Week?  Hooray for one of my favorite foods!  Stop by Chocolate Bytes for some tasty recipes and info about chocolate.
A …read more

As far as Girl Scout cookies go, the Samoas have to be my favorite.  These homemade alternatives look incredibly yummy, but I don’t know that I’d have the patience to make them.  How about you?
Did you know that it was pretty easy to make your own mozarella cheese?  I didn’t.  Check it out at cook.eat.think.
Looking for something to do with your husband’s old button down shirts?  Try making art smocks.  Get the tutorial at Forty-Two Roads.
Like moss?  Find out how to paint moss designs in your garden.
This strawberries & cream banana bread sounds yummy.  I’ll have to try it once …read more

Take a break.  Grab a cup of coffee or hot tea and enjoy these links.  Let me know which ones are your favorites.
Have you ever heard of Cupcake Camp?  My sugar levels are rising just looking at these pictures.  I can see why the Caffe Latte and the monkey cupcakes (which look like Curious George) tied for best in show.  See the winners here.
Although I have no idea how to crochet, I enjoy looking at My Recycled Bags by Cindy. Here are her newest creations, the green shopping bag and Valentine’s bag, complete with patterns.
I think this week I’ll try this recipe for …read more