How to hang a picture!- Like you may have never know before!

May 31, 2019 •

Hey Ya'll! I am about 7 days away from the end of another fabulous school year coming to an end. I can do it, I can do it! I am 51 years old and this hack literally took my breath away. Now I know I am writing a blog post about how to hang a picture. I'm sure some of you are rolling your eyes at the thought of it. If you aleady knew this save the negative comments, cause basically I don't need or want them. So, now that you know my motive, here we go.

I got the prettiest picture of flowers for my half bath located in the foyer but it has those little "V"

type hangers on the back. I have never been able to get those hung straight. I did a little google search

 for a tip(my life recently involves a lot of googling)on hanging the picture and this is what I saw.

Easy picture hanging hack

My picture taking skills make this picture look crooked but it's not, It's just me taking the picture sideways.

This is my picture that I wanted to hang in my bathroom but really wanted it straight.

My bathroom has just been painted and I didn't want to make random holes in the walls.


Easy picture hanging hack.

Get some painters tape and flip you picture over.

Put the tape along the edge where the hanging hardware is. Mark a spot on the tape where the nail needs to go.

Remove the tape from the back of the picture an place the tape on the wall.

Run a level along the tape line to be sure it is even. 

Take your nails and just start the holes you marked on the tape.

Remove the tape and continue nailing nails to hang the picture

Hang and enjoy.




I know it should be so simple to hang a picture but really you have no idea how many time I have screwed this up. 

What hacks can you share with me? 

Cause this one right here will be a game changer in the picture hanging world.

Thanks for stopping by!



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Happy National Cheeseball Day!-Simple recipe.

April 17, 2019 •

Happy National Cheeseball Day!!

The type you choose to enjoy is your choice. The one you enjoy at a party and is served with crackers or the small fun cheese balls that you have eaten since being a kid, that turn your fingers orange.

I still love both kinds.

Today, I am going to share my simple go to cheeseball recipe that is used for snacks around my house and is the dish that I bring to parties.

Some are covered in nuts and are made with gourmet ingredients. This is not going to be that version.

My Dad expects this cheeseball every holiday(I love making one for him).






Simple Cheeseball

This cheeseball takes only two things to make.

A pack of Hidden Valley Ranch Mix

A package of cream cheese

Simple cheeseball


Soften the cream cheese by laying out for a few hours or use the microwave at 10-second intervals

When softened add ranch dressing mix

Mix well with a fork and form into a ball(Mine never looks perfect)

Just go with what you come up with it, will still be delicious.

Happy National Cheeseball Day!







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Your Guide to Weeknight Entertainment in the Mooresville area

February 18, 2019 •


The work week can sometimes be long(ok all the time) so here are a few events going on during the week to help push you to Friday.

King Canary Brewing


King Canary Brewing


Taco & Trivia every Wednesday night. Tacos at 6 and Trivia at 7.  

King Canary is a cool laid back place with plenty of seating downstairs or upstairs and bring the little ones they have a play area. They have picnic tables outside which will be perfect when the weather turns warm. 

Make sure to sign up for their email alert for the events calendar to be sent directly to you.

562 Williamson Rd
Mooresville, NC 28117
704-967-8472

Follow on Facebook-King Canary Brewing


Beer Lab by Ghostface Brewing


Bend & Brew at BEER LAB by Ghostface


Y'all know and love Ghostface Brewing and now with the new Beer Lab opened, it is a perfect extension of an already great thing. Both locations have a busy events calendar, which keeps it fun for all. With food trucks rolling in and bands jamming, it is a cool place to be. The Beer Lab has a large patio area that is going to be perfect this summer, I really can't wait. 

So to get ready for summer come to the Bend & Brew Yoga class
Every Wednesday at 6 and Saturdays at 11
Cost is $10 includes a beer


225 S Broad St
Mooresville, NC 28115
Follow on Facebook- Beer Lab by Ghostface Brewing


(On) Tap


On Tap Craft Beers Mooresville Comedy Night


An eveing of laughs mid-week is what everyone needs. Comedy Night is Feb 21 with an extensive list of comedians on the lineup it's going to be a great time. Laughing and drinking beer(hello). 

Located in the heart of beautiful Downtown Mooresville.  
Be sure to check the calendar often because they are always hosting fun events.

188 N Main St
Mooresville, NC 28115
704-660-BEER (2337)
Follow on Facebook- On Tap


Ultimate Ales


Music Bingo at Ultimate Ales in Mooresville

Every Thursday night at 7. Classic bingo with a twist, the card is made up of songs. 

Always serving something fresh on tap and drink specials, it's a fun night.


134 Mooresville Commons Way
Mooresville, NC 28117
Follow them on Facebook-Ultimate Ales


So get out of the house mid-week and enjoy all the fun.
Which of these will you be going to?
I'm thinking comedy and yoga sounds relaxing.

Hope to see you around.






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Making Sourdough Bread with Jennifer

February 12, 2019 •

Let me say there is nothing better than hot bread hitting the table, am I right. like to eat my bread with to much butter and honey drizzle. I have a friend who recently hosted a class on bread making and I knew I had to attend. It was a few hours of laughter, learning and girl time that I so badly need in my life.


Fresh Hot Homemade Bread


Sourdough Bread Starter

It is best that your starter is kept in a glass jar with a lid with holes.

 Remember years ago, when your Mom or Grandma had the starter for bread and they had it passed down to from an aunt or maybe their mother, it was treated as an heirloom? This is right where my mind went when I heard about the class.

You know the friendship bread trend was pretty heavy for many years, let's bring it back! The recipe I am going to share with you makes two loaves, keep one, give one.


Dough mixed and ready to rise

Dough all mixed up 


Shape dough

Shape the dough gently(no kneading) so it fits in the loaf pan

Let dough rise

Let dough rise in pan until it reaches the sides


Fresh Bread

Bake at 30 degrees for 35-40 mins and enjoy

Honey with warm bread

I enjoyed my fresh made bread with butter, honey, and wine.

Do you still have your Mom or Grandma's starter? 
I would love to hear about your bread making stories of your past. 

This bread takes some prep but with a plan, you can enjoy bread most anytime.

Thanks to Jennifer for sharing her talents with me and others who have taken her class.

If you are in the Mooresville area and would like to learn how to bake bread with Jennifer, just 

contact me and I will share her info with you.

See you later.



  



Yield: 2 loaves

Sourdough Bread

prep time: 10 hour cook time: 35 min total time: 10 hours and 35 mins
Homemade delicious bread in just a few simple steps.

ingredients:

Bread Starter
  • 1 Cup Warm Water
  • Mix into the cup of warm water 
  •   3/4 cup of sugar and 3T potato flakes and stir
  • Pour into a glass jar with a lid that allows air to escape and let "feed" all day or night sitting on the counter
  • You will use part of it to make bread and return remaining starter to fridge after mixing the dough
Bread
  • 6 cups of bread flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1T salt
  • 1 1/2 cup mixture(starter) and 1 cup warm water
  • 1/2 cup oil-vegetable or canola
  • Mix and let rise overnight in a bowl covered with plastic

instructions:

  1. Dump out onto floured surfaces and split into loaves and let it rise in pans until over the edge. This takes several hours.
  2. This is where you can get creative. I make mine into 2 loaves and 1 onto a pizza sheet.
  3. Once risen to desired height bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes
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Easy White Chicken Chili Recipe

February 3, 2019 •

I am not sure what your memory of school lunch was while growing up, but let me tell you it has changed over the years. For the better, I think. My day job is a lunch lady, as most of you know. I love serving the kids and it is a whirlwind of a day. 

We try out new menu items often this was a big hit for us with students and staff. I had this paired down from the massive amounts that are served in the cafeteria to 4. Adjust for your family, as needed it's that easy. We call this recipe the dump and go method(We are weird). Because basically you dump in the pot and leave it alone.


Chicken Chili

White Chicken Chili



I used a can of Cannelli beans and Kidney Beans
You can use any kind of beans you like.


Diced Onion

Fresh diced onions

See easy easy!!

What is your favorite go to soup? 

Printable recipe below

Until next time!





Yield: 4

White Chicken Chili

prep time: 15 minscook time: 20 minstotal time: 35 mins
Easy & delicious are what makes this my new go-to favorite. Simple ingredients, easy prep. Sound the dinner bell and this is ready to enjoy.

ingredients:

  • 3 Chicken Breast
  • 1/2 cup of Chicken Base
  • Half of an onion diced
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons of cumin
  • 2 tablespoons of chili powder( +/- depending on how much spice you like)
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons of garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of oregano
  • 1/2 tsp of parsley
  • 1 can of Great Northern Beans
  • 1 can of Red Kidney beans
  • 1 can of Cannelloni Beans
  • The above ingredients can be changed in any way you like. Make this tonight but please, make it your own. Enjoy!

instructions:

  1. Add chicken base to warm water and mix well.
  2. Add diced chicken to the chicken base.
  3. DO NOT DRAIN BEANS and add them to the mixture
  4. Add spices and mix well
  5. Bring to a boil and then simmer until ready to eat.
  6. Insert sounds of yummy and oh my right here!!
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Homemade Pizza Night-Using a simple delicious dough

January 28, 2019 •


Ok, let me just say this, I cook all day for a large amount of Middle School kids and sometimes I don't make dinner.
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Loving my new air fryer.

January 20, 2019 •

Hi! For Christmas this year I asked my kids for an air fryer. 

Well they gifted me one, and I love it.
 I have been playing around with it to learn how it works. I started off making things like frozen french fries and they were delicious in no time. 

I have tried wings and I like mine crispy and they came out of the air fryer perfect. 

Here is the neatest thing I have found , you can heat up things like chicken tenders and fries when you take out from a restaurant(don't judge me)

Just dump all of it in the air fryer for just a few minutes and they are hot and crispy again.

                                                 
The really great part of the air fryer is safety. I have used the old frying pan and hot oil method for many years and i hated the smell and the fear of catching fire. 
My kids can throw something in the air fryer and make a snack or food, if I am not available too.


I gave my wings some Mrs. Dash and garlic and tossed before putting in the fryer. About 26 minutes and they were beautiful.



Ranch or Blue Cheese? What is your choice of dipping sauce.  

I dip in both it just depends on my mood.

Do you  have an air fryer and what are you making in yours? 

Thanks for stopping by! 






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Wordless Wednesday- Food

August 1, 2018 •


This Wordless Wednesday is all about Food. These are just some delicious dishes I have eaten lately.
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Autumn - Top 5 bucket list of Autumn things to do.

July 31, 2018 • ,




When the autumn season comes most of us are ready to see the cooler temperatures.

 School is back in session and a routine is being established again.
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Summer Vacation 2018- Where we stayed!

July 24, 2018 •

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