So many of these vegetable soup recipes are the same and this one is similar to the others I've tried as well. However, this one is my favorite. Even the kids asked for a second bowl. Let's cut right to it with the recipe, shall we? *Ingredients* 1 lb of ground beef1 bag of frozen vegetables2 cans of tomato soup2 cans of diced tomatoes1-2 cups of water1 yellow onion1 carton of beef stocksalt and pepper to taste1 tablespoon of garlic powder (more if needed)1 tablespoon of onion powder (more ...
Using the Deep Litter Method in Your Chicken Coop
Before getting chickens this year, everyone kept telling us what a hassle it is to keep the coop clean. I admit that was one of the things I was dreading about raising backyard chickens, but we're doing this " for the kids" (right?!?) and I figured it would be worth it in the end. Then, we heard about the Deep Litter Method. If you're thinking of raising a small flock or already have your small flock, the deep litter method is the way to go. Instead of doing lots of scooping out and ...
The 2021 One Beautiful Thing Challenge
It’s time to start laying down discontentment & replacing it with joy. So often at the start of a new year, we set goals and have an image of how our year is going to look. But, within a few weeks, it’s all completely different than we had imagined. How do we lay down the feeling of discontentment and replace it with joy all year long? I've got the answer - by finding One Beautiful Thing each day. A few years ago a friend reminded me, “Gratefulness is the key to seeing beauty in all ...
So Much Christmas at Gaylord Opryland {review}
It's no secret that we love spending time at Gaylord Opryland. We've been making memories there for over 13 years now and each year it just keeps getting better and better. Our favorite time to visit is during the Christmas season and this year, they did not disappoint with all the So Much Christmas festivities. 2020 has definitely been the year that looks different, hasn't it? But that doesn't mean we can't find joy and try to make things as normal as we possibly can. Which is what I love ...
Our Favorite Family Advent Books & Resources
Advent is just around the corner and it's one of the most special times for us as a family. Sure, the festive lights and Christmas goodies are fun, but the real meaning of Christmas is so special. It’s so easy to get busy with holiday parties, Christmas shopping, school programs, and baking that the real meaning of Christmas can get buried and forgotten about. There are so many Advent books to choose from, but which ones are really great and which ones will the entire family get something out ...
Slow Cooker Loaded Potato Soup
I've found the best loaded potato soup recipe and I just had to share it with you all. This is the perfect soup to take to a friend during those chilly months or to put in the crockpot in the morning for a cozy dinner that evening. *Ingredients* 5 slices of bacon, diced3 pounds of russet potatoes, peeled and chopped (I dice them)3.5 cups chicken stock1/2 onion, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced (or 1.5 tsp of minced garlic)2 sprigs fresh thyme (1-1.5 tsp dried thyme)1-2 tbsp unsalted ...