It’s become a favorite!  And soooooooooooooooooo EASY to make.  I’ve altered mine to taste over the years (no nuts here).  You can also add or change out things.  Like I add a bag of holiday colored PRETZEL M&M’s in addition to the plain.  I prefer the WHEAT and CORN Chex vs. the RICE, can even sprinkle with a bit of ... Read More »

I’m sure your not the only parent who has woken up to a child in a frantic “Mom, Elfie didn’t move last night!” Suddenly, you’re scrambling to try to explain why Elfie decided to slack off. Seriously Elfie, you had ONE JOB. LOL!   We’ve gathered some ‘quick’ and fun excuses for you in the event it should happen again. Your elf ... Read More »

YAY!  I think it’s fun to catch these shows ‘as they air’ vs. on-demand (don’t get me wrong, I WILL on demand and watch again and again:)  So for fun here is your Holiday TV Schedule this week (and a few more to look forward to)… CMA COUNTRY CHRISTMAS: The biggest stars in country music are aligning for a celebration ... Read More »

Here’s a SUPER FUN Holiday event (and fundraiser) for you and the kids, MONDAY December 1st at The WESTIN Seattle!  As a part of Providence O’Christmas Trees, The  CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL is an event is open to the public, jam packed with entertainment for the kids and all are welcome and it is FREE to attend. I’ll be reading a couple ... Read More »

Is it a movie, special or perhaps all-time Holiday favorite you’re looking for, this TV listing of Christmas (and Thanksgiving) will come in handy.  Check out the list (HERE) Read More »

Looking for the best places to shop on Black Friday?  Here’s a list to help get you started! According to Wallet Hub, and a recent survey they did for BEST & WORST ‘Retailers for Black Friday Deals’.  And check it out, JCPenney tops the list for % mark downs by retailer, and as a JCPenney shopper…I can’t wait!  (btw, JCPenney ... Read More »

Don’t need me to tell you traffic blows in the NW, and with the Holidays…oh boy:) Just read that some 46.3 million will hit the road this Thanksgiving alone.  So take a deep breath, pack your patience this holiday season and take a look at some of these helpful travel apps suggested by appadvice.com  - Shellie Hart Links may send ... Read More »

And here it is!  Very cute video.  Happy Holidays! – Shellie Hart Read More »

Ok, may not be the healthiest thing on the menu…but fun!  And the kids will love you for it, even the big ones:) Turn those striped shortbread cookies into Pilgrim Hats!  Thanks Taste of Home for the idea!   Pretty clever eh?  More (HERE) Read More »

Everything from Garlic, Pepper-Swirl, Olive-Butter…Low Fat:)  LOL.  With Thanksgiving just a little over a week away, I’m curious how you plan to make yours?  Please share, or borrow a recipe from (HERE).  Thank you Food Network for the ideas:) - Shellie Hart Read More »