I love summer but I don’t do heat well. I get whiny and cranky and miserable to be around. So, on those really hot days, I’m always looking for something, ANYTHING that will help. This roundup of Refreshing Treats to Cool You Off This Summer is for me just as much as it’s for you. …
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Gagen Family German Potato Salad Recipe
Much of my family originated in Germany, settling in the highly German-populated area of Cincinnati, Ohio. So many of our family favorite foods handed down from generation to generation are based on German recipes. This German potato salad is one that I’ve been eating for as long as I can remember. German potato salad is …
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Sparkling Blueberry Maple Lemonade
Can you feel it? It’s right around the corner. Lounging on the patio sipping lemonade on a warm sunny day – it’s almost within our reach! As much as I love plain old classic lemonade, some days I like to switch things up with something different. This recipe for Sparkling Blueberry Maple Lemonade uses just …
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Asian Cabbage Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing
You know, I love salad anytime of the year but I get tired of the same old kind all the time. So, I like to switch things up. This Asian Cabbage Salad is a great change from the usual. The warm spicy peanut dressing really takes it to the next level. Not only is this …
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Star Wars Decorated Oreos
It’s nearly Star Wars Day – may the 4th be with you! If you’re looking for something simple to make for the celebration, you’ve come to the right place. Okay, you might think I’m being silly suggesting you should celebrate a made-up holiday, but hear me out. I’m not one of those people who believes …
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Should Kids Learn to Tell Time with Analog Clocks?
You’ve probably seen the posts on social media all about schools removing analog clocks because students don’t know how to use them to tell time. I have seen some people getting really hot and bothered over this issue and decided that as a former teacher, I really wanted to weigh in. Do Kids Need to …
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