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By Jean Reiland05/19/2019

Poecile atricapillus

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Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats — Life’s Sweet Seasons

This Halloween was different for us, much like everything in 2020 has been different. That week South Dakota set new records for COVID cases and hospitalizations. With my husband working at the hospital and the clinic, we had prepped our kids to know that “flattening the curve” sometimes means small sacrifices on our part to […] […]

Cranberry & Orange Scones

Originally posted on ellenlunney:
Christmas has always been about smells for me. Long long ago it was all about the resinous scent of pine from the Christmas tree yard, soon filling the house with the same smell, giving you a jolt of surprise each time you got it again. I found getting the Christmas tree…

Libby’s Great Pumpkin Cookie recipe — Family Recipes Cookbook

Ingredients 2 cups flour 1 cup quick or old-fashioned oats, uncooked 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 egg, slightly beaten 1 tsp vanilla 1 cup canned pumpkin Instructions Preheat oven to 350° Combine flour, […] Libby’s […]

My Favorite Sugar Cookies — Disholicious

It’s around this time of the year when I start making sugar cookies. My son’s like to cut out shapes with our different cookie cutters and decorate them for the different holidays. Lately my youngest son, Connell, has been asking me if we can decorate cookies, so this evening I finally set aside some time […] […]

Warm Winter Sangria — What Molly Made

This red winter sangria is a festive addition to any meal. It’s mixed with apple, oranges, cinnamon and brandy for a spiced flavor that will keep you warm and help you celebrate the season. When we’re celebrating the holidays with family I’m always searching for a festive drink to sip on while we wait for […] […]