Author Archives: Christie

Our Family is Growing by Two Feet

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Christie

“Praise God from Whom all blessings flow…” My heart is just bursting! Today our little family of three has an exciting announcement to make: our family is growing by two feet!!! Adoption paperwork, classes and home studies are temporarily put … Continue reading →

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Healthy & Delicious Chicken Salad Wrap

Posted on July 21, 2014 by Christie

One of my favorite Summer “go-to” meals is Chicken Salad. I can easily make a big batch of it and have it every day for lunch (and sometimes dinner). However, we all know that most chicken salad recipes have mayo, … Continue reading →

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Free Diapers from Walmart Through TopCashBack

Posted on July 12, 2014 by Christie

It is a rare occasion that I post a deal on the blog. But this one was just too good to pass how. Free diapers anyone? Ummm, yes please! Whether you need this for yourself, or maybe for a gift … Continue reading →

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Veggie Packed Chicken Patties

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Christie

Do you have a hard time getting your kids to eat their vegetables? Maybe even your husband? I will even admit that I sometimes have a hard time eating the vegetables I need. I would much rather reach for a … Continue reading →

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The Best Mother’s Day Gift EVER

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Christie

Yes, I know. Mother’s Day has come and gone, so why am I posting about it at the end of June? It’s simple. I just cashed in my Mother’s Day gift this week! This year as Mother’s Day approached, and … Continue reading →

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4-ingredient Caesar Pasta Salad

Posted on June 17, 2014 by Christie

Summer is here. The time for barbecues, cookouts and simple side dishes. Pasta seems to make its way on the table of any Summer event and many dinner tables. On Father’s Day we had dinner at my parents. One of … Continue reading →

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Things I’m Loving This Week

Posted on June 13, 2014 by Christie

Just thought I would do a quick post about a few things I am absolutely loving this week! The first things are the ones that are growing in my backyard… 1.  Apples growing on our apple tree. Just so you … Continue reading →

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A Hike, a Birthday, and a Cake to Be Remembered

Posted on June 12, 2014 by Christie

This past weekend was my birthday. I turned 34! I have no problem sharing that information with you because I still quite often get mistaken for a teenager. It’s true. Every time I buy a can of spray paint I … Continue reading →

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Adoption Update: Oh for the Love of Paperwork

Posted on June 5, 2014 by Christie

Adoption is not for the faint hearted. Just to be approved to adopt takes a lot of time, money and endurance. Lots of research has gone into simply searching for an agency, and finding one that will accept waiting families. … Continue reading →

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A Little Bit of This and That

Posted on May 30, 2014 by Christie

The sun is shining, flowers are blooming, and warm weather seems to be here to stay. These last few weeks have just flown by. Looking at the calendar today, I can’t believe that May is almost over. In just a … Continue reading →

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