Make It For Mom

Coffee Smoothie1/2 cup of cold brew OR 1 shot of espresso 1/2 cup milk (dairy, plant-based, oat or almond. Your choice!) 1/2 or whole banana for sweetness (over-ripe makes it even sweeter.) 1 scoop of protein powder OR 1 tbsp of peanut butter ... Read More.

Cinco de Menu 2024

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with these fun, easy recipes. Sam’s Smash Burger Tacos1 lb ground beef 5-6 tortillas (medium-sized…not taco or burrito sized…use that middle size) Onions, diced Tomatoes, diced Lettuce, shredded Cheese CondimentsThis is more of a method than a recipe. A pound... Read More.

Easy Easter Recipes 2024

HAM IN AN INSTANT POTIngredients for Glaze:1/2 cup Maple Syrup 1/2 cup Honey 1/4 cup Brown Sugar 2 Tablespoons Orange Juice 1 teaspoon Cinnamon 1 teaspoon Nutmeg 1 Bone-In Ham – ours was spiral sliced. (Our ham also came with a glaze packet – we used it!)Combine all ingredients in a... Read More.

Irish Coffee

6 oz. of hot, freshly brewed coffee 2 tsp brown sugar 1.5 oz. Irish whiskey Whipped creamPreheat your mug by pouring in hot water. Pour out the water. Fill the mug about 3/4 full with coffee. Add brown sugar and stir until fully... Read More.

Jodi’s Homemade Mac & Cheese 2024

12 oz box of pasta (your choice of shape) 1 stick of butter 2 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 cup shredded cheese for topping, set aside 1/2 cup of shredded parmesan cheese (also for topping) 3 eggs 1/2 cup sour cream ... Read More.

Not So Serious Book Club 2024

From Jodi "Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect" by Will Guidarahttps://www.amazon.com/Unreasonable-Hospitality-Remarkable-Giving-People/dp/0593418573/ref=nosim?tag=Jomusa17-20"Demon Copperhead" by Barbara Kingsolverhttps://www.amazon.com/Demon-Copperhead-Novel-Barbara-Kingsolver-ebook/dp/B09QMHZ53K/ref=nosim?tag=Jomusa17-20"I, Tina: My Life Story" by Tina Turnerhttps://www.amazon.com/I-Tina-My-Life-Story/dp/0061958808/ref=nosim?tag=Jomusa17-20"Watching You" by Lisa Jewellhttps://www.amazon.com/Watching-You-Novel-Lisa-Jewell/dp/1501190083/ref=nosim?tag=Jomusa17-20  From Sam You Never Know: A Memoir by Tom Selleck, Ellis... Read More.

For My Girls

(Jodi's life advice for her daughters.)You can buy fashion, but not style. Style is your own. Go with yours. Listen to your inner voice, especially when you need downtime. Stay home sometimes. Do nothing. You don't owe anyone explanations for what YOU choose... Read More.

Santa’s Heartfelt Message to Jodi

Santa shared a special message with Jodi about navigating grief and joy during Christmas... Santa: Now, Jodi, I know this is a difficult Christmas for you because you lost your Paw Paw who was very important to you.Jodi: It's true…Santa: And you know, one of... Read More.