Category Archives: Kitchen

Even though October is known as National Apple Month, Johnny Appleseed Day – September 26 – is a celebration of the life and legacy of John Chapman, better known as “Johnny Appleseed.” So, this week I am sharing an easy apple recipe, Apple Cinnamon Muffins. Emily enjoyed canning applesauce with the assistance from a family...

Hello! The air is cooling off (perfect for fires), football is on the television (extra naps and great snacks), and warm coffee is back in my cup (brown sugar + cinnamon is my favorite). I will say that I’m not an avid football fan or am glued to the TV when it is on, BUT I...

By Megan Pothoven I cannot believe summer is over. Fall brings a lot of new things to the mix such as Hayden enjoying time with “Papa” in the combine harvesting, Adam’s hunting seasons beginning, and Hayden starting preschool. Oh, and of course, adding another baby to the mix! I have been starting to really prepare for our...

  By Megan Pothoven Wow, summer flew by so fast. One of the highlights of the summer is always going to the Iowa State Fair. Last year, I was that crazy mom who went to the fair when Blair was one week old because I simply just couldn’t miss out.  This seven-month pregnant body was feeling it...

When you read this article, Fair 2023 will be in the history books and the new school year will have begun! (Can’t believe our oldest grandchild will start kindergarten!) I have always loved the Iowa State Fair!  I was only able to make it to the fair once this year, but enjoyed watching the fair...

Blake got a fishing pole for Father's Day and spent one night fishing with Penelope. I don't believe they caught any fish, but she was itching with excitement at the idea something would be caught.  It’s August. Everyone’s tans are established. Peaches are sweet. School supplies are making their way off the shelves and into backpacks....