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The Best Loaded Baked Potato Soup

It’s officially fall y'all!  It's still hot as all get out here, but that doesn't stop me from being excited about the upcoming soup weather.  I know some of you are still getting blasted by cold weather, so why not warm up with my family’s favorite soup…(the best) Loaded Baked Potato Soup?   This soup is my favorite soup for a multitude of reasons, and it is a regular staple on our meal plan.  Not only is it delicious, but it brings back so many awesome memories of my nights as a labor and delivery nurse.  Back in Alabama, we had a tradition of making soup in a crock-pot for the women’s wing to share.  Soupy Sunday, as it was known, was always great fun, but you could bet money on it being busy.  I think it originally started on another day of the week, but because it was always ... [Read More]

Simple Laundry Tips: 10 Easy Ways to Stay on Top

Laundry.  I think it's pretty safe to assume we all hate it. Just when you think you've caught up,  another load has appeared out of thin air. What's a mom to do?  Turn to Google in hopes of finding life changing laundry tips?  You could, or you could keep reading this post to see how I keep our mountain of laundry to a minimum. Tried and Failed Having 4 kids means I've become a bit of a laundry whiz.  I've tried a lot of things, and I've found many methods that sound great, but they don't work for us. I tried doing all our laundry on one day, but I couldn't deal with watching the laundry pile up all week.   Then there was the folding.  Don't get me started on folding multiple loads of laundry.  UGH! After lots of trial and error, I have found what works for me!   10 Simple ... [Read More]

Roundup: Dr. Seuss Week Treats

Dr. Seuss' birthday is just around the corner!  You know what that means.  Read Across America will be in full swing before you know it, and you have a class party to prep for. I've put together a roundup of 18 Dr. Seuss Week Treats to help you get a jump start. 18 Scrumptious Dr. Seuss Treats The Lorax Jello Cups from Surviving a Teacher's Salary is sure to be a hit with the kids! Who doesn't like Green Eggs and Ham?  Kasey Trenum's extra ingredient makes it even more yummy. Dr. Seuss Push Up Pops by the Country Chic Cottage are just too cute! Dr. Seuss Popcorn from The Crafting Chic is easy enough for busy moms to make the night before. It's a Keeper's Dr. Seuss Red Velvet Cupcakes with Printables doesn't need anyting else to be said.  Ya'll, it's red velvet! Three ... [Read More]

Crock Pot Chicken Taco Soup

Have I got another Soupy Sunday recipe for you!  Crock Pot Chicken Taco Soup is another favorite in our house.  The best part, other than the taste, is that it’s quick and easy.  You can throw this bad boy together on the stove-top or better yet, put it in the crock-pot and forget about it until dinner time (which is what I usually do). A bag of tortilla chips, a sprinkle of cheese  and a dollop of sour cream are all you need to make this meal complete.  However, if I’m really really ambitious, I will mix up a batch of cornbread.  Yummy! So here you go!  Crock Pot Chicken Taco Soup…make it tonight, you won’t regret it! Crock Pot Chicken Taco Soup   Save Print Prep time 20 mins Cook time 6 hours Total time 6 hours 20 mins   Easy and oh so ... [Read More]