Oatmeal Strawberry Jam Bars

I like granola bars because they are a tasty and quick snack. What I don't like is that they are loaded with preservatives, and some things I can't even pronounce.

These Oatmeal Strawberry Jam Bars are a great alternative. They are delicious, easy to make, and healthy. You can also change up the jam flavor, raspberry also tastes wonderful.

I love them, my family loves them, and I hope you will too.

Angelina Ballerina On With The Show DVD Review and Giveaway #sponsored

I have a soft spot in my heart for Angelina Ballerina. My daughters, who are all grown up now, used to love reading the books, and I loved how sweet they were.

So of course I'm thrilled that my two year old granddaughter, Ashley, now loves Angelina Ballerina as well. My girls didn't have the DVDs to watch, so I am happy that they are available for Ashley to enjoy.

A Lovely Lemon Tart

I don't know why I have never made a tart before yesterday. Maybe I was intimidated by my copy of a Martha Stewart Pies and Tarts book that I had in my kitchen, but never used.

But 2014 is the year for me to try new things, in and out of the kitchen. So, I made this lemon tart with a really tasty shortbread crust, and a zippy lemon filling.
And it was easy, who knew, right?

The tart took four medium lemons, so I bought a bag of them, with three left over for tea, and a lemon pound cake I want to make.

Soup Night - Recipes For Creating Community

Does it ever seem to you that in this crazy world of instant connections with others, whether it's through text, email, or computer, we are actually more disconnected that ever?

I recently read an article that said people don't even call each other much anymore, that they prefer texting. And it is pretty said to get a birthday wish from a friend or loved one via text instead of hearing a loving voice on the phone.

So what does all that have to do with soup?

#ad Enjoy Healthy Eating With This Quick and Easy Chicken and Veggie Pizza #cbias

I've always been a big believer in the fact that healthy eating is a part of a smart plan for living well.

Let's face it, what we eat is a big factor in determining our quality of life. This year I'm committed to healthy eating, but also want to find easy and quick ways to put my meals together. I don't want fixing healthy meals to be a burden on my time or my budget.

Tyson Grilled & Ready is the answer I need to put together those yummy dishes. I am a huge chicken lover, and having my chicken already cooked and grilled for me is a fabulous time saver.

I made this easy pizza with a thin whole wheat crust, some of my favorite veggies, and topped it with the Tyson Grilled & Ready Oven Roasted Diced Chicken Breasts. I threw on a little low-fat mozzarella cheese, and in the oven it went.

I know some people might not think of pizza as a healthy lunch or dinner, but it can be when you choose the right toppings. When you #JustAddTyson chicken, you are adding a great source of lean protein to your pizza, too.