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  • St. Patrick's Day Craft Roundup
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    St. Patrick’s Day Craft Roundup

    St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner! My kiddos and I love making crafts for every holiday of the year. Shamrocks, rainbows, and green are perfect for hanging around the house from mid-February until March 17. What better way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with children than with some simple but festive crafts through […] More

  • Gingerbread Cookie Recipe
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    Gingerbread Cookie Recipe

    One of my favorite Christmas ideas for kids of any age is making gingerbread cookies. I fondly remember baking cookies with my own mother every holiday season. Making gingerbread cookies is one of many Christmas ideas for preschoolers that allows young children to learn about food and cooking as well as to begin a seasonal […] More

  • Pfeffernusse Recipe
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    Pfeffernusse Recipe

    In the heart of holiday baking, Pfeffernusse cookies emerge as a delightful tradition. This enchanting recipe combines unsalted butter, brown sugar, pure honey, and molasses to create a rich and aromatic dough. Whole milk adds a touch of tenderness, while a blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flours gives the cookies a rustic depth. Ground […] More

  • Coconut Macaroon Blossom Cookies Recipe
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    Coconut Macaroon Blossom Cookies Recipe

    I absolutely love baking cookies for the holidays! Some of my favorite recipes are blossom cookies including my peanut butter Kiss cookies and butter pecan blossom cookies. I am also a huge fan of coconut macaroons. During my holiday baking a few years ago, I made some delicious coconut macaroon blossoms with the help of […] More

  • Christmas Monster Cookies Recipe
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    Christmas Monster Cookies Recipe

    During the festive holiday season, my passion for baking cookies takes center stage. I always make extras to donate to my local library cookie sale each December. A couple of years ago, I put a holiday twist on the classic monster cookie using red and green baking bits. By infusing the dough with vibrant red […] More

  • Pistachio Cookies Recipe
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    Pistachio Cookies Recipe

    Pistachios are one of my favorite nuts! Promoting heart health and satiety, pistachios are nutrient-dense nuts, rich in protein, fiber, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. I love their flavor throughout the year but especially at Christmastime. I also love baking cookies for my family and friends during the holiday season. Pistachio cookies, with their vibrant […] More

  • Cinnamon Drop Cookies Recipe
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    Cinnamon Drop Cookies Recipe

    As my readers probably know, I love baking trays and trays of cookies during the holiday season. Drop cookies are the quintessential stars of the holiday baking season, filling homes with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked treats. From classic chocolate chip to festive gingerbread, drop cookies are a beloved tradition. The simplicity of drop […] More

  • Raspberry Almond Snowball Cookies Recipe
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    Raspberry Almond Snowball Cookies Recipe

    Many years ago, I created a recipe for pecan snowball cookies during the holiday season. Snowball cookies embody the essence of Christmas baking, a delectable treat that graces holiday tables with its melt-in-your-mouth perfection. These bite-sized delights, also known as Russian tea cakes or Mexican wedding cookies, feature a buttery dough infused with finely chopped […] More

  • Gluten-Free Jelly Sandwich Cookies Recipes
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    Gluten-Free Jelly Sandwich Cookies Recipes

    I love baking cookies during the holiday season. Sandwich cookies, a delightful marriage of two perfectly baked discs hugging a luscious filling, epitomize the joy of sweet indulgence. These delectable treats come in a myriad of flavors. The symphony of textures and flavors creates a sensory delight with every bite. Whether dunked in milk for […] More

  • Our Eighth Grade Homeschool Curriculum
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    Our Eighth Grade Homeschool Curriculum

    When I began homeschooling my oldest daughter in the fall of 2014, I was a mama of one with my second on the way. Since then, my family has grown to four children. My oldest two have so far finished preschool, kindergarten, and first grade. My son will finish second grade this fall. My oldest […] More

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