Easy Roasted Chicken Dinner: Tips and Tricks
Recipe Jump Roasted chicken is my absolute favorite comfort food. It reminds me of the roasted chicken my Grandmother Goff would make. The chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, and hot rolls!…
Chicken and Mango Salad
This Chicken and Mango Salad is my new favorite. If you know me, I am all about eating salads and they are so healthy! However, eating the same old salad…
Focus and Stop Self-Sabotage in its Tracks
Small Disclaimer Before We Begin I have to make this disclaimer before I begin. This article is really meant to help me focus on completing tasks, but if it helps…
Best Stain Remover
Are you troubled by stains in your clothes, and your plastic containers? I accidentally discovered the best "stain remover" for clothes, and plastic ware! I happened to grab it off…
My Search for Our Biological Name
Follow along as I outline how I conducted my search for our biological name. Every family has a story, and this is ours. The family story was that my husband's…
Don’t Get Scammed This Year
Scammers are out there looking for you so don't get scammed this year. How can you prevent getting scammed? Let me tell you a few stories about scams that have…
How to Make Pot Roast in the InstantPot
I can't tell you how long it has been since I have made a simple pot roast. And lately, the price of meat is so high! But, I needed to…
Simple Pasta Salad Side Dish
Pasta salad is one of my husband's all-time favorite side dishes. It's an easy dish to make and lasts a few days in the refrigerator, so there are always leftovers…
How Do You Survive the Loss of Your Mother?
Twenty years ago today, I lost my mother. Twenty Years! I cannot believe it has been that long. So many things have happened in that time frame, that she missed.…
How to Make Corned Beef and Cabbage for St. Patty’s Day
Our family has Irish Roots. I mean, don't we all especially on St. Patrick's Day? Who doesn't want to sip on a little green beer and much down on Corned…
How to Replace Baseboards
Want to know how to replace baseboards? I did too! I wasn't quite sure I could do it myself, but I did! And you can too! We downsized recently, and…
How to Make Delicious Fried Potatoes
Fried potatoes are my absolute favorite side dish. And it is great with breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Once you make these, they will become a favorite go-to recipe! This recipe…
All Clean - Looks Brand New
How to Clean a Dyson Stick Vacuum
How to clean a Dyson Stick Vacuum. Why would you need to clean it? Well, the other day I was using my Dyson stick vacuum when I smelled this terrible…
I’m Sad – The COVID-19 Pandemic Stinks
The COVID-19 Pandemic has stolen so much from so many people. It makes me sad. So Many Events Canceled My friend who has booked three trips to her favorite resort…
Spicy Crawfish Balls
Spicy Crawfish Balls
Spicy crawfish balls are the bomb! Several years ago we had these delicious spicy crawfish balls at The Silver Coach Restaurant when we lived in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. I apologize…
Hamburger
Meal Planning During Corona Virus
Meal Planning has always been one of those things I hate to do. My hubby and I have been married over 30 years, and I have finally figured out how…
Hard-Boiled Eggs in the InstaPot
Hard-boiled eggs in the InstaPot are the bomb! For years, I have made hard-boiled eggs on the stove. I have done all the “things” recommended to make them easier to…
Still Crisp
How to Make Vegetables Last Longer
Vegetables have a relatively short life. There are some items I gave up buying because some vegetables go bad so fast. With the Covid-19 outbreak, lockdown restrictions have made it…
Fried Egg Sandwich
How to Make an Egg Sandwich
Anyone who knows me will tell you that breakfast is my favorite meal. Recently, I have been making an Egg Sandwich for breakfast. Growing up, I wasn't really a fan…
Everett is in front of the teacher and Gary is in the middle front row
April 2020 Activities
I know you all have been wondering what the heck I have been working on this month. Especially during the Corona Virus Lockdown. Yeah, you probably aren't. But, I have…
Steak Soup
Steak Soup – Rich and Hearty
Steak soup is a great soup to make with leftover steak. Anyone who knows me and my hubby knows all about "Steak Night". Actually, it is our traditional "Friday Date…
Split Pea Soup in the InstaPot for Dinner
Split pea soup is my ultimate favorite creamy soup. It is especially delicious when served with a grilled cheese sandwich. These days I try to make as many of my…
Grilled Cheese Sandwiches for Dinner Tonight
Grilled cheese sandwiches are my favorite thing to eat for lunch, especially with a nice bowl of soup. My hubby prefers tomato soup, but we also have them with split…
Goff Family Research Notes
Goff family genealogy is fascinating to me for a couple of reasons, number one: because my maiden name is Goff and number two: the Goff family community. Yep, my lovely…
Grout Can Be Painted – Who Knew?
Grout can be painted! Such an amazing thing! Why oh why didn't I know this? You would think I would have found this out long ago, whilst scouring the internet…
Pantry - Both Sides
Pantry Makeover – Downsizing Part 4
A pantry makeover can seem like an overwhelming job to anyone. Especially, since the pantry is the storage place for all your food and many small appliances. In my case,…
Chunky Guacamole Dip You Have to Make
Guacamole dip is one of those easy to make dips that go with any type of party you are throwing. Super Bowl Sunday is especially perfect for serving this chunky…
Concussion – How My Life Changed in a Split Second
When I was growing up, a concussion was not considered a big deal. As I raised my children, head injuries were a constant concern. How would I know if my…
Redesigning the Master Closet – Downsizing Part 3
When we returned home from Mexico, we had to book yet another hotel room for the night. I mean, seriously, we didn't have any furniture at the house yet and…
Spicy Chili
Best Spicy Chili Recipe to Make Today
Winter is "Chile Season". And, I have created the best spicy chili recipe this year. Of course, I am biased! But really, this is an easy to make, hearty and…
Inspirational Quotes and Sayings
Wow, this year is quickly coming to a close. I can't believe 2020 is almost here. With that in mind, I wanted to do a post with some of the…
Christmas Decorating Ideas
I love Christmas! It's my favorite time of year. I guess that it's probably a lot of people's favorite holiday! My grandchildren love all the decorations, cookies, gingerbread houses, and…
Entry and Dining Room
Downsizing – Part 2
There's a lot of Painting to be Done The week before closing, we had three companies provide us quotes for painting the interior of the house. Additionally, we needed them…
Goff Family Sheets Added
The following Family sheets have been added to the Goff Family Surname Research Project: Adoniram Judson Goff (1833-1922) Last Updated: 6.3.24 Alvin Goff (1816-1894) Last Updated: 5.30.24 Arthur W Goff…
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