One evening after the conference, we drove up to the quiet little town of Haleiwa on the North Shore of Oahu.
Around Schofield Barracks, Hawaii
While in Hawaii for the Army Family Action Plan Conference, we would have breaks at lunch to go get something to eat.
Around the Hotel at Schofield Barracks
The day I arrived in Hawaii, after getting settled in the hotel, I walked around outside taking pictures of all the vegetation around the hotel and the hotel courtyard.
Arctic Survival Course in Alaska
While I am in Hawaii…enjoying the tropical island weather, I thought I would show you a polar opposite ….. Hahaha! Get it? Polar opposite?!?! Ahem.
Cheddar Chicken Pasta
This cheddar chicken pasta dish is made complete with some smoked cheddar cheese. Simply delicious!
Lemon Coffee Cake Muffins
Tasty lemon muffins with a lemon curd filling and delicious crumb topping.
Cheese Puff Sticks
These super-easy cheese sticks make a great side dish with dinner….or even an afternoon snack.
North American Sled Dog Race
Yesterday, my daughter and I headed to downtown Fairbanks to enjoy the event.
The Best Show Yet
Last night I saw the best show yet of the Aurora Borealis. I headed outdoors around 10:45 pm, and it was -5 degrees outside.
Salted Caramel Mocha Cupcakes
These Salted Caramel Mocha cupcakes were inspired by my new favorite barista creation of the same name. They are absolutely heavenly.
Homemade Caramel Sauce
There’s no need to buy the bottled stuff when you can make it yourself!
How to Make Homemade Beef Jerky
Jerky from the store can be ridiculously expensive. Why not try making your own?
Vodka Penne Pasta
This easy dinner is a favorite meatless meal. Creamy pasta with just a little kick.
Restaurant Style Mongolian Beef & Broccoli
Tender steak strips and bright, cheerful broccoli – yum…. Mongolian Beef and Broccoli is quick to make, too!
Homemade Vanilla Bean Syrup for your Coffee
How to make Homemade Vanilla Syrup, for coffee, ice cream, or anything you wish.
Cheesecake Pastry
Mmmmm! Cheesecake in a pastry. It is very simple and very delicious, and the variations you can do with this are endless.
A Successful Caribou Hunt
This weekend my husband went on a hunt with some of his co-workers.
Baked Mac & Cheese
Baked macaroni with rich Cheddar and Gouda cheeses, finished with a crumb topping.