Joy Larson
Joy Larson was raised in Montana, is a graduate of the University of Montana, mother of four, animal lover and writer.
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10 Unique Missoula Christmas Gifts
If you’re looking for a gift this year for the true Missoulian, or if you’re just looking to ship a little Missoula to someone for Christmas, then look no further. We have put together a list of gifts that are unique to Missoula and Western Montana
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Five Best Holiday Candies
There are certain candies that you can only get at Christmas time, and there are certain candies that you only eat this time of year too. I have a short list of candies that make my list. You may notice that all of these delicious holiday candies have chocolate
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The Joys of Christmas Tree Hunting
This past weekend my husband and I and our four boys all loaded into the family truckster and headed deep into the Western Montana woods in search of the perfect Christmas tree. Every year we go through this somewhat painful family tradition, and all seem to come out alive and with a pretty decent tree
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Got Milk? – Not Anymore
Who doesn’t know the tag line “Got Milk?” Many celebrities and famous athletes have donned milk mustaches, touting the importance of milk for a healthy body and strong bones. But, the milk
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My Five Favorite Christmas Treats
This past weekend I spent hours slaving away in the kitchen making countless batches of Christmas treats. I am trying to stockpile these treats for when my family herd shows up for Christmas. Some of these treats are my favorite because my mom made them when I was little, and others I have come to love as an adult
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Easy and Delicious Crockpot Cocoa
It’s that time of the year again. The time of year when you stay inside huddled around a warm fire and watch the snow fly. I’m a big fan of winter. I love all the snow and sledding. The best part of sledding is coming inside afterward and drinking a big steamy cup of cocoa
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Best Places to Hide Presents
Everyone has a nosy spouse or a suspicious kid. No matter what you do, these crafty kin folk always seem to be able to guess where you’ve hidden their presents. It’s horrible to go through all the trouble of finding them the perfect gift only to have them always seem to be able to ruin it. Well, we’v
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Want to Live Longer? – Have Kids
If you’ve ever been awoke by a crying child saying, “I can’t stop puking in my bed.” Or if you’ve ever had puke in your hair, poop on your white shirt or have daydreamed about going on a vacation where all you do is sleep, then you are probably a parent
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Stop Searching – We Found You the Perfect Gingerbread Recipe
Do you know what today is? Don’t feel bad if you don’t, it’s not a common holiday. I’ll give you a hint, it has something to do with classic Christmas cookies. Yes, today Dec. 9 is Search High and Low for Your Gingerbread Recipe Day
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It’s Time to Enjoy Your Favorite Pastry – My Three Favorite Places to Buy Pastries in Missoula
Yeah! Today could possibly be the best day of the year. Today, Dec. 9 is National Pastry Day, and I love pastries. They are my one weakness when I’m on a diet. Many other things
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New Year’s Eve Events in Missoula
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The Easiest Christmas Kahlua Ever
Truth be told, this is just regular Kahlua. However, it is the holiday season. My good friend and co-worker found this delicious recipe and gave it to me. It is a big hit with my family. I couldn’t believe how simple it was, and how great it tasted