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in all things give thanks

Another successful Thanksgiving is in the books.

We came, we ate, we laughed and did what families do.

In this season of thanks, it always dons on me that the simplest of things are not promised to us and we should always have a spirit of gratitude.

As natural as it is for me to open my computer and create content for this online space, I am truly thankful that so many of you choose to connect with me and visit here frequently.

Thank you all for reading, sharing and for those of you who have become my “in real life” friends thank you for your genuine friendship and support.

I hope your Thanksgiving was well!

 

Holidays Living

holiday prep ramblings

Seems like I was just hunting down the perfect pair of mums for my front porch, and now it’s time to remove my pumpkins and switch my porch out for  Christmas.

I’m not ready. I haven’t put any thought into our outdoor Christmas decor but the kids reminded me on this lazy Saturday that we have to test the Christmas lights and asked me a million times  on what day are we going to get our Christmas tree.

I mean, I guess we have to find the stand first, but at least the elves reappeared *wipes brow* Not only are the elves expensive but finding a little brown one this late in the game would’ve been a problem for sure so yay for small victories.

Every year I say we are going to cut down our own tree and every year somebody talks me into going to the neighborhood Kroger and having one tied to the top of the car for us. Not this year. We live down the street from the Christmas tree farm. I pass it nearly once a week, and have watched those babies grow for the past year. One of them has my name on it. I need to call and see if we need to bring our own axe.

….and somehow cutting down our own Christmas tree brings me flashbacks of the scene from National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. That is my favorite Christmas movie of all time.

Not a clue what to get my daughter for Christmas. When I ask there is a long rambling verbal list of things and she follows me from room to room with it. Only thing I have been able to get a clear answer on every time is a Bitty Baby.

Thanksgiving menu is done, dishes assigned and plan of action in place. Went to the store today to pick up my items and walked out. I’ll have to go late at night, I remember why I turn into a hermit during the holidays. Too many people.

How is your holiday prep coming along? Are you hosting Thanksgiving or bringing a dish and washing dishes? Fresh tree or fake? Tested your Christmas lights yet?

Giveaway Holidays

Getting Ready for Easter with Honey Baked Ham + Giveaway

In case you hadn’t noticed Easter is just around the corner. With the hustle and bustle of buying dresses and practicing Easter speeches it is so easy to wait until the last minute to make plans regarding Easter dinner and post service fellowship.

Last year the family and I joined my best friend and her family for brunch at a local restaurant. This year she is hosting everyone at her home for a family style  brunch. We’ve been requested to contribute a few dishes to the feast and being that I cook alright for us I would rather just pick up something that is ready to heat and eat for a large group of people. Mishap proof, cause something always goes wrong when I try to cook in large batches. I know my lane.

After visiting the Honey Baked Ham headquarters in December and having the opportunity to taste the majority of their heat and eat options I already know where my dishes are coming from.

These two were my favorites:

Honey Baked Ham Sweet Potato Pie

Honey Baked Ham Cheesecake Sampler

In the event you weren’t aware Honey Baked Ham also offers Turkey Breasts in addition to their signature Hams. Outside of the premium meats, there are also a plethora of options for heat and eat sides as well as delectable desserts.

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Head over to your local Honey Baked store to see the selections for yourself.  Please visit MyHoneyBakedStore.com for locations and hours as well as HoneyBakedOnline.com for shipping orders.

Honey Baked Ham will also be hosting a Twitter chat on April 15, 2014. April 15 is not just known as tax day but is also recognized as ” National Glazed Spiral Ham Day”. Please join us for a great conversation revolving around Easter family traditions using the hashtag #HoneyBakedEaster

Now for the fun part. Honey Baked Ham is offering one of you a $50 Gift Card to get your Easter dinner started. Winner must be a US resident. Contest will end on April 15. Good Luck!

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