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Hibachi Steak Lettuce Wraps with Asian Cucumber Salad

July 30, 2017 by admin Leave a Comment

Yum Yum Sauce. That creamy, tangy sauce is so delicious on top of Asian meat dishes. You'll love it drizzled on top of this recipe for … [Read more...] about Hibachi Steak Lettuce Wraps with Asian Cucumber Salad

Abilene, Kansas: The Boyhood Home of President Dwight D. Eisenhower

July 25, 2017 by admin Leave a Comment

"The proudest thing I can claim is that I am from Abilene." - President Dwight D. Eisenhower The 34th president of the United States and … [Read more...] about Abilene, Kansas: The Boyhood Home of President Dwight D. Eisenhower

Creamy No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream with Cherries and Chocolate

July 11, 2017 by admin Leave a Comment

What if I told you that you could make ice cream with only three ingredients plus your favorite mix-ins and it didn't require fancy … [Read more...] about Creamy No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream with Cherries and Chocolate

DIY: Dowel Rod Tomato Cages

July 9, 2017 by admin Leave a Comment

Nothing is more rewarding for this city girl than growing my own food. I did it! I actually harvested homegrown tomatoes from container pots … [Read more...] about DIY: Dowel Rod Tomato Cages

Pink Lemonade Blueberry Splash

July 5, 2017 by admin Leave a Comment

Some of the best tasting recipes are simply made and cocktails are no different. Made with Bacardi Limon Rum this boozy Pink Lemonade … [Read more...] about Pink Lemonade Blueberry Splash

Tulsa, Oklahoma’s “The Gathering Place:” A Park for Everyone

On a recent trip to Tulsa, Oklahoma we made it a priority to visit the city’s latest project “The Gathering Place,” a riverfront park built entirely from donation dollars. The mission for the park’s construction was to build a park that not only beautified the area but attracted diverse populations to positively interact with one […]

Visiting The Pioneer Woman Mercantile in Pawhuska, Oklahoma

On a trip to Tulsa, Oklahoma my boyfriend mentioned,”Hey, do you want to stop at The Pioneer Woman Mercantile?” I answered, “YES!” Then, I wondered if he could read my thoughts. How did he know I already researched it and wanted to visit? The Pioneer Woman Mercantile, located in Pawhuska, Oklahoma is more than just […]

4 Ways to Set the Mood for Fall

If there are sure-fire things that remind me of fall, I’d have to say they are: autumnal home decor, pumpkin anything, spiked apple-flavored cocktails, and yummy game day foods! How about you? What says “fall” to you? Depending on where you live, the weather may not feel like fall even if it is mid-September. Sometimes it’s […]

5 Craft Beers You Need to Try

I can’t say when it happened, but there’s not debating it now. I’ve clearly switched over from my former life as a red wine drinker to a true craft beer fan. Cheers to that! According to the Brewer’s Association, there were over 6,300 craft breweries in the United States as of 2017. The largest segment […]

Mixed Berry Popsicles with Coconut Water

The quintessential summer dessert is the classic popsicle. Wouldn’t you agree? Sure melted s’mores are delicious, but I consider s’mores more of a fall dessert made around a campfire. I have fond memories of the ice cream truck cruising down the city street. It conjures up nostalgic thoughts of having to choose from tri-colored bomb […]