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My Blog about stuff – family, sports, travel, and cooking.

My blog is almost like my journal. I keep track of my kids’ various activities, from Taekwondo to Soccer to Band. I also spend time writing about our various travels, whether to family or one of the many soccer events we attend. You might also find a good recipe, or two!

How to Clean Your Air Fryer the Easy Way

If you’re anything like me, you love using your air fryer because it makes dinner easier. The only downside? Eventually, it needs a good cleaning. The good news is that cleaning your air fryer doesn’t have to be a chore. With just a few simple steps, you can keep it looking great…

Food Edition: Lemon Pepper Tilapia

Sometimes the simplest recipes become family favorites. I love that this meal came together with ingredients I already had in my kitchen, and it reminded me that you do not always need the exact recipe to make something delicious. If you are looking for an easy lemon pepper tilapia recipe, this is…

Garlic Herb Air Fryer Salmon with Roasted Broccoli

Some weeknights call for comfort food, while others call for something that feels a little lighter without adding extra work. That’s exactly why this garlic herb air fryer salmon has become one of my favorite easy dinners. The air fryer cooks salmon beautifully, giving it a lightly crisp…

Book Report: The Girl on the Train

Here’s to another new author! This time, it’s The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins. Every day the same: Rachel takes the same commuter train every morning and night. Every day she rattles down the track, flashes past a stretch of cozy suburban homes, and stops at the signal that allows…

America at 250: A Fourth of July Weekend I’ll Never Forget

America at 250: A Fourth of July Weekend I’ll Never Forget Some birthdays are bigger than others. This year, America celebrated 250 years. Just writing those words gives me chills. I know everyone celebrates the Fourth of July a little differently, but this year felt different. It felt bigger…

Stewardship of Time, Money, and Energy in Midlife

Midlife changes the lens. You become more aware that time is not endless.Energy is not unlimited.Money is not accidental. Stewardship becomes more than a concept. It becomes necessary. Time You start asking: Is this worth my hours?Is this aligned with my priorities? You stop saying yes…

Book Report: Do Not Disturb

Up next is another Freida McFadden book titled Do Not Disturb. After committing an unthinkable crime, Quinn Alexander flees toward the northern border, desperate to outrun the police. But a brutal snowstorm strands her at the isolated Baxter Motel, where the charming owner, Nick Baxter, offers her a…

Book Review: You Killed Me First

For my first John Marrs book, I chose You Killed Me First. It’s 5 November, and a woman awakens to a nightmare. Bound and gagged, she lies trapped in the heart of a towering bonfire. As the smoke thickens, panic sets in – she’s moments away from being engulfed in flames. How did it come…

Easy Air Fryer Quesadilla Pockets (Kid-Friendly Lunch or Dinner)

Some recipes become favorites simply because they make life easier. These air fryer quesadilla pockets are one of those recipes. They come together quickly, use simple ingredients, and somehow feel a little more exciting than a traditional quesadilla. The air fryer gives them a crispy, golden…