Author Archives: Maria Magee

Garden Jumpstart for Pre-Spring Planting
February can be a little bleak and bland here in the Pacific Northwest, especially when we aren't getting any exciting winter weather. It's not quite time to welcome spring even though we've had some ...
Maria Magee Feb 16, 2026

Crockpot BBQ Chicken Sandwiches
Looking for an easy but delicious crockpot recipe for your winter get together? Perfect for feeding a crowd or just a no-fuss weeknight meal, these tasty, shredded chicken sandwiches are great and the...
Maria Magee Feb 03, 2026

5 Easy Meals For When Mom is Sick
It's sickness season. Not just for our kids, but for moms, too! I can't even count how many times my mouth has been sneezed or coughed into by one of my little kids. I'm sure you can all relate to the...
Maria Magee Feb 02, 2026

Cocoa's New Best Friend: DIY Marshmallow Snowmen!
If you're looking for a simple, fun way to level up your cocoa this winter, these adorable little guys are perfect for the job! I saw them online a while back and knew my kids would love them. Not onl...
Maria Magee Jan 27, 2026 Maria Magee

Sloppy Joes 5 Ways: Sustaining Student Athletes & Their Parents this Winter
Winter sports are in full swing and that means hungry kids, hungry parents, and lots of rushing around! It's hard to keep up with it all, and there are many days when I wish a magical fairy would come...
Maria Magee Jan 12, 2026

Asian Beef Stir-Fry
Here we are, in the thick of winter! The heavy, cold-weather recipes have been on rotation for many of us as we've made our way through another holiday season and the start of a new year. Crockpots, c...
Maria Magee Jan 12, 2026

Joy at Christmas Despite the Circumstances
Last year, at our church's Candlelight Christmas Eve service, I struck up a conversation with the woman sitting next to my family as we were all getting settled in our seats. She commented on our four...
Maria Magee Dec 18, 2025

Gluten-Free Cranberry Orange Bread for Christmas Morning
One of the coziest additions to a Christmas morning with family is a delicious and festive quick bread to enjoy with your coffee. This Cranberry Orange bread isn't overly sweet and is so refreshing pa...
Maria Magee Dec 12, 2025 Maria Magee

Christmas Cookie Countdown: 5 Weeks of Christmas Cookies
During this busy but festive season, most of us love the idea of homemade baked goods. Whether they're a treat for our families or gifts for friends and neighbors, Christmas cookies are often a part o...
Maria Magee Nov 25, 2025

Simple Sparkle: DIY Cranberry Luminaries for a Cozy Christmas
Christmas bells might not be ringing just yet, but it's never too early to get in the holiday spirit and plan out some beautiful table decorations! You don't have to have an expensive evergreen center...
Maria Magee Nov 06, 2025




