Author: chickeapeameatball
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Chocolate-Cherry Mice
Bringing you one last tasty treat for the year, and this one is truly simple as can be. Perfect for your Christmas or New Years celebration – These chocolate-cherry mice hold a special place in my childhood memories and heart. When I was a kid, around nine-years-old or so, a very close family friend taught…
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Gingerbread Coconut-Spice Cookies (Gluten Free)
With Christmas around the corner, there comes this desire to conquer the kitchen and do a little holiday baking. I, personally, don’t do much baking; I’m just not very good at it. I love cooking, but there is just something about the chemistry involved in baking that never works out for me. So, to ensure…
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20 Books That Will Make Great Gifts
I have spent this past year really enjoying books! I look around at all of these fantastic authors and the plethora of books stacking up on my reading list and think how crazy it is I didn’t join this book-loving community sooner; but in any case, I’m here now and I’m sharing books (of ALL…
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Top 15 Items On My Holiday Bucket List This Year
Need a little help getting into the Christmas spirit. Check-out some of the things on my holiday bucket list that just might help get you into the seasonal mood. 1. Send a Family Christmas Card I’ve never done this! At least not as an adult. So, I am looking forward to sending out cards this…
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DIY Harry Potter Christmas Tree | Free Printable Ornaments
Aside from Harry Potter being a captivating magical fantasy, the stories also live in the realm of both Halloween and Christmas. Perhaps it’s the Enchanted Ceiling’s snowfall and twinkling lights in the Great Hogwarts Hall on Christmas, or the snow-covered walks around the castle grounds that captivate our imagination; or just maybe it’s the spark…
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Here’s What’s On the Menu This Thanksgiving | Recipe Ideas
It’s interesting, as a vegetarian a lot of people ask me what I eat on Thanksgiving; the answer, just about everything you do. Much of what is served on Thanksgiving is vegetarian friendly, and what isn’t, can be easily substituted. That being said, I do spend a little extra time each year searching new recipes,…
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Sustainable Stocking Stuffers | Gift Guide
When you make a purchase using the retail links provided on my site, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. That said, all opinions expressed on this site are my own, and I would never recommend products I do not use myself. Give the gift of a healthier, happier planet…
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10 Binge-Listen Books & Podcasts for Your Next Road Trip
Podcasts and Audiobooks can make a great travel companion. They have so much to offer you; whether you choose informative and educational or positive and inspiring, one thing can’t be argued: when you find the right listen, they are entirely entertaining. So, if you are traveling for the holidays or are just kickin’ back at…
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Four-Day Road Trip in The Pacific Northwest | Including Map & All The Best Stops
I wasn’t sure how to title todays post. I grappled with, “Full Itinerary for One Week in the Pacific Northwest”… “Why the Pacific Northwest is One of the Best Travels You will Experience in the U.S”… “Runaway and Live in the Forests of Washington“… there was just so many ideas to ponder. Gahhh… (*That’s excited…
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7 Mocktails to Love | My Journey to 1-Year Alcohol Free
Alcohol, I loved her, but she was like the best friend who caresses your cheek, and says, “Just f*cking do” when you’re standing on the edge of a cliff thinking about jumping. Then after building you up, you’re like, “I’m gunna f*ckin’ do it”, but it’s too late – she grabs a fist full of…