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Monday, March 16, 2026
Sunday, March 15, 2026
Happy weekend :)
Happy weekend everybody!
Not much to say, except check out my new blog posts!
NEW BLOG POSTS
Subtropical Gardening
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Find The Reason
It is another day that I'm feeling down. My mom is headed back home and I don't know when I will see her again. That makes me sad although I am happy we spent a good time visiting this week.
There is so much I have been blessed with and I am so grateful. With that in mind, I will find the reason to smile and be happy this weekend.
Have a great weekend everybody and find the reason to smile.
Check out my new blog posts!
NEW BLOG POSTS
Gina's Italian Kitchen
Subtropical Gardening
Friday, March 13, 2026
Put A Smile On Your Face
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This is going to be a great weekend, no matter what is going on in the world.
It was an awesome week since my mom came to visit from out of town and I have missed her so much. Diamond Lil always puts a smile on my face.
Whatever you do this weekend, have a good time! Check out my new blog posts!
NEW BLOG POSTS
Gina's Italian Kitchen
Ina's Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
Stuffed Peppers - Philly Cheesesteak Style
LaBelladiva
Simple Ways to Start Junk Journaling to Spark Your Creativity
Thursday, March 12, 2026
What Truly Matters
What truly matters are those close to us that we love and who love us. We need to take care of each other and love one another. That's it!
Yesterday would have been The Captain's birthday. It was another year that we could not celebrate his birthday. I still celebrate his birthday anyway, that he was born and was a part of my life. I'm grateful.
That is what matters to me.
In my somber days, I dig into the internet and get lost in posting more blog posts. This time was no different.
Check out my new blog posts!
Have a wonderful Thursday everybody!!
NEW BLOG POSTS
Gina's Italian Kitchen
Crispy Roasted Parmesan Chickpeas
Pork Carnitas (Mexican Slow Cooker Pulled Pork)
LaBelladiva
Peace Love Happiness
Subtropical Gardening
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Be patient with yourself
If your week is not going well, maybe you need to figure out why and be patient with yourself and the situation as you find the solution.
I've kept myself busy staying on the internet and coming up with new blog posts. The new blog posts follow.
Hope the rest of your week is wonderful!!
NEW BLOG POSTS
Gina's Italian Kitchen
Cheddar Cheese Grits Casserole
Potatoes au Gratin from The Pioneer Woman
Chocolate Covered Cherry Brownie Bites
Subtropical Gardening
Ways to Prevent Damping Off in Seedlings
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Few Words To Say
I have continued to create many blog posts about things that interest me and make me happy. I've listed the new ones below.
Have a wonderful week everybody!
NEW BLOG POSTS
Gina's Italian Kitchen
How to Cook Green Beans 9 Ways—From Simple Steamed to Crispy Tempura
Easy Classic French Cream Puffs
Vanilla Pastry Cream (aka Creme Patisserie)
Subtropical Gardening
Perlite vs. Vermiculite: How and Why to Use Them
Grass Alternatives For A Low-Maintenance Lawn
Camellia Flower Facts and Why This Shrub is So Popular
How To Grow And Care For Camellias
Sunday, March 8, 2026
Look On The Bright Side
My weekend was awesome. Hope yours was too.
I'm still writing many blog posts and have many almost done. It is wonderful to spend your time doing what you love to do. Check out the new posts
Have a wonderful week everybody!
NEW BLOG POSTS
Gina's Italian Kitchen
Lucinda's New York-Style Cheesecake
Chicken and Broccoli Tortellini Casserole
Sausage and Pimento Cheese Quiche
Three Ingredient Cream Cheese Sausage Dip
Subtropical Gardening
Native Plants That Will Bring More Birds to Your Yard
Fast-growing Flowers to Attract Hummingbirds
LaBelladiva
Reading Glasses Case Sewing Pattern
How to Sew a Snap Card Pouch with a Vinyl Window
Friday, March 6, 2026
Chocolate Makes Your Clothes Shrink
All I have to do is look at chocolate and my clothes start shrinking. There are a great number of recipes I have recently added to the food blog that will make you go out and buy a new wardrobe.
With Springtime around the corner, I have looked for informative gardening posts and have listed some. And as I get back to sewing and crafting, I'm still searching for new projects when I get my craft room going again.
I'm still in a very happy mood since my mom is in town.
Hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend!
NEW BLOG POSTS
Double Fudge Cream Cheese Brownies
Cinnamon Roll Butter Swim Biscuits
Copycat Popeye’s Red Beans And Rice
Coconut Cream Pie - Two Versions
The Right Way to Steam Broccoli
Cream Cheese Peanut Butter Cookies
Collection of Salad Dressing Recipes UPDATE
Subtropical Gardening
Perennials You Should Divide in Early Spring
How To Grow Pansies In Early Spring
Tomato Plant Care 101: Everything You Need to Know
LaBelladiva
Fabulous Frugalista
Smart Moves to Survive Job Loss and Bounce Back Stronger
Awesome Weekend Ahead
Lots of new blog posts too. Check them out!
Have an awesome weekend everybody!
NEW BLOG POSTS
Gina's Italian Kitchen
How Long Cooked Chicken Lasts in the Fridge
Sausage Gravy Biscuit Bubble Up Casserole
Oven Baked Creamy Garlic Chicken and Potatoes
Garlic Herb Pork and Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Homemade Chocolate Chip Muffins
Southern Cream Cheese Pound Cake (Old Fashioned)
Subtropical Gardening
Best Place to Hang Your Hummingbird Feeder
Don't Start Your Spring Yard Cleanup Too Soon
The Easiest Way To Ruin Lavender
Spring Jobs For Stunning Azaleas
Low-Cost DIY Garden Path Ideas
Why Every Gardener Should Plant Zinnias This Year
LaBelladiva
How to Sew a Professional DIY Garment Bag
DIY Cosmetic Case with Flat Bottom
How to Make a Denim Work Apron from Thrifted Jeans
Ruffle 101: 7 Ways to Make a Ruffle
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Feeling Nostalgic
That sweet baby reminds me of my little girl that I miss so much. I'm never going to get over losing her.
I'm feeling nostalgic with my mom being in town and all. My adventures in seeking good recipes to feature on my food blog led me to guava desserts which brought me more nostalgia. The guava turnovers took me back to weekend evenings when I was a kid that were so special. My parents would take us to a cuban restaurant in Ybor City for a cuban sandwich followed by a guava turnover or empanada to take home. Sometimes we would go to a little cafe after dinner for some fruity ice cream called helados. Those were special times and the great memories put a smile on my face.
As usual I have many new blog posts listed below. Check them out!
Happy Thursday! Hopefully your week has been a good one.
NEW BLOG POSTS
Gina's Italian Kitchen
Guava Cheese Turnovers (Guava Pastelillos)
Alfredo Shrimp Scampi Dump Dinner
Slow Cooker Pot Roast - Two Versions
Subtropical Gardening
LaBelladiva
The Pochi Dumpling Zipper Pouch
Fabric Halloween Bucket Trick or Treat Bag Pattern
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
It's A Wonderful Wednesday
The following week will be a busy one for me and I will not be online as often as usual. I'll still be writing new blog posts, but not as often.
The following new blog posts are just some of those that have been written and more are almost ready to be added to their respective blogs.
I was so happy to find recipes for two of my childhood favorite whoopie pies!
Have a wonderful Wednesday everybody!
NEW BLOG POSTS
Gina's Italian Kitchen
Clever Uses For Leftover Plastic Fruit Containers
Pork Chops and Scalloped Potatoes
Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
Collection of Ham Posts from Baking to Leftover Ham Recipes UPDATED
Subtropical Gardening
Small Patio Ideas That Level Up Your Outdoor Space
How To Plant & Grow Hanging Baskets From Seed
Tips for Designing a Nature-Inspired Garden That Looks Beautiful Year Round
LaBelladiva
DIY Phone Case and Wallet with Card Pockets
DIY Gathered Round Basket - 3 Sizes
Must Know Bag Making Tips and Tricks
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Happy Tuesday!
Below you will find new blog posts from my food blog Gina's Italian Kitchen.
Hope your Monday was wonderful and have a great day!
NEW BLOG POSTS
Gina's Italian Kitchen
Test Kitchen's Favorite Chicken and Dumplings
One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice
Collection of Salad Dressing Recipes
Southern Banana Pudding - Several Versions
Farmhouse Chicken Cornbread Casserole
Monday, March 2, 2026
Having a positive attitude
I'm trying to have a positive attitude with turbulent world tension. Let's pray for world peace.
It is still a happy time for me! My energy levels are still high and I have continued to add lots of new blog posts. Check them out!
Hope everyone has a happy new week!
NEW BLOG POSTS
Gina's Italian Kitchen
White Chocolate Raspberry Cookies
Ham and Cheese Grits Casserole
Subtropical Gardening
This Potting Soil Mistake Is Secretly Ruining Your Houseplants
How Often to Water Succulents—and the Right Way to Do It
LaBelladiva
How To Make A Weighted Blanket
Peace Love Happiness
Saturday, February 28, 2026
Springtime Focus
Happy Weekend!!
I'm so happy for my mindset moving to Spring. That makes me very happy! Today's focus has been on gardening and Springtime. Check out my new posts.
What is really making me so happy is my mom will be visiting for the next two weeks. It has been a while since I've seen her. We have plans to get together with my cousin and do some stuff that involves me finally leaving my house and being social.
Hope you all have a wonderful weekend!
NEW BLOG POSTS
Gina's Italian Kitchen
Subtropical Gardening
Blooming Houseplants to Grow Indoors
English Garden Design Ideas That Bring Cottage-Style Charm to Any Yard
Hardy Perennials to Plant in March for a Low-Maintenance, Dreamy Garden
Martha Stewart’s 5 Go-To Gardening Tips for a Smooth Winter-to-Spring Transition
LaBelladiva
Basic Sewing Machine Maintenance
Fabulous Frugalista
They Stopped Spending for a Year. Here’s What Happened
Vintage Frugal Living Tips For Today
Friday, February 27, 2026
Happy Times!
I've been craving banana bread today since preparing blog posts for Gina's Italian Kitchen. So many banana bread recipes jumped out at me that I even found a "banana bread for one" loaf. So many sweet treats! Check out my new blog posts!
Life is good and I am having a very happy week for no reason in particular. Hopefully my friends up north have dug out of all that snow. Your photos looked brutal and I am so grateful where God placed me in this world.
Have a wonderful Friday!
NEW BLOG POSTS
Gina's Italian Kitchen
Pecan Pie Bars - Several Versions
The Best Flaky Buttermilk Biscuits and more
Meatloaf with Brown Gravy - Two Versions
Subtropical Gardening
Simple Ways to Attract More Birds to Your Birdhouse
Types of Squirrels and How to Tell Them Apart
How to Grow Tomatoes in Pots—Even Without a Garden
Flavorful Herbs to Plant in Shady Spots Around Your Garden
Gardening Tasks to Complete Before Spring to Prevent Pests and Diseases
LaBelladiva
DIY Walker Caddy with a cup holder
How to Make a Junk Journal (and How They're Different From Scrapbooks)
How to Sew A Fat Quarter Patchwork Shower Curtain
Make Spring Flowers with Fabric Scraps
Peace Love Happiness
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Happy Hump Day!
It has almost been a month and they still have not found Nancy Guthrie. I'm still obsessed with this case and so sad for her family. I've been watching JLR Investigates on You Tube for the 12 hours a day that he is on location. Very interesting, although sometimes nothing is going on, but it is good background for working on the computer.
The cold nights went by rather comfortably since I approached it with positivity. Local weather people are predicting this is the end of really cold weather for us. We usually don't get the really cold weather in my part of the world. Maybe once a decade it is a very cold on like this year.
Lots of new posts this week . . . check them out!
Have a wonderful week everybody!
NEW BLOG POSTS
Gina's Italian Kitchen
Slow Cooker Ribs - Many Versions
Honey Garlic Chicken - Many Versions
Slow Cooker Chicken And Dumplings
Quick and Easy Chicken Spaghetti
Slow Cooker Chicken Stroganoff
Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes
Cheesy Shrimp & Grits Casserole
Subtropical Gardening
Hardy Perennials That Survive Heat, Rain & Neglect in Containers
Flower Bed Ideas That Will Inspire Your Garden Design
Keep Zinnias Blooming All Summer
Why You Need To Prune Pepper Plants
Monday, February 23, 2026
A Joyful Heart
A joyful heart is what I have at the moment. I went through the first night of cooler weather and I am comfortable without a lot of clothes. Maybe I got used to it? Tonight will be the coldest, but I will still be feeling joyful and blessed.
Even though it is Kiki's birthday week and I'm feeling sad, I've been thinking of great memories of her, The Captain and us as a family. This new phase of grief is allowing me to have joy again. It feels great!
I've found many great recipes as usual. Happy to have found many more chicken recipes and some awesome potato recipes. Check them out!
Happy new week everybody!
NEW BLOG POSTS
Gina's Italian Kitchen
Easy Chocolate Desserts That Start With A Box Mix
Authentic Louisiana Red Beans and Rice
Best Way to Make Hard-Boiled Eggs
Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole
Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole
Subtropical Gardening
Perfect Time To Start Your Tomato Seeds Indoors
Tips for Repotting African Violets to Boost Their Blooms
Why Are My Plant Leaves Yellow?
LaBelladiva
How to Refinish a Coffee Table
DIY Pocket Potholder Sewing Pattern
Fabulous Frugalista
Castile Soap Cleaning Recipes for Every Room
How to Save Money on Groceries Like a 1950s Housewife
How to Break Bad Money Habits for Good
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