Joy Larson was raised in Montana, is a graduate of the University of Montana, mother of four, animal lover and writer.
Joy Larson
Monkey Bread Crockpot Style Recipe
One of my favorite things to eat for breakfast is monkey bread. If you’ve never had it, then you’re missing out on little pieces of deliciousness that pair delightfully with coffee, tea or milk. Monkey bread is the one breakfast I will make even if I don’t have to cook for anyone else. The only bad thing about it is that it tastes so good that it’s usually all I can do to keep myself from eating t
20 Nice Things You Can Do
Are there things you know you should say that you don’t? I know I could stand to use, “please,” and, “thank you,” more than I do. Who doesn’t appreciate someone with good manners? It is one thing that I’m constantly trying to work on with my boys. It’s a great way to impress their dates’ parents in a few years.
5 Country Songs That Make Me Want to Cry
If your Valentine’s Day date is your horse or dog this year then you’ll probably appreciate these songs. I remember my single days and how much I enjoyed a good cry once a year, on Valentine’s Day. These songs are sure to help run the mascara all the way down your face. Chin up. This could be your last year snuggling your dog and listening to sad songs on the most romantic day of all.
What Makes a Mom
My youngest boy will be four here in a couple of months. It’s been a few years since there was a baby in my house. I still have a few friends who have babies right now. It’s amazing the little things you forget about having a baby when your babies are all growing up.
5 Things to Do When It’s Too Cold to Go Outside
For the second time this winter we are lucky enough to have temperatures below zero. Thanks to this degree dive, we are all going to be able to enjoy a lot more time indoors than what we’re used to. This might be nice for a day or two, but after that it can make a person crazy...
Easy Valentine’s Chocolate Cherry Bars
This recipe is one of my dad’s favorites. Well, it’s actually a version of his favorite recipe that I just tweaked a little for Valentine’s Day. I’ve never actually made it for my dad for Valentine’s Day. I thought that might be up to my mother to do that. However, I have made it for my hubby for Valentine’s Day and he loves it, too.
Valentine’s Day Excuses
No matter what a woman tells you, there are certain things she expects to do or get on Valentine’s Day. Men may think that Valentine’s Day is just a made up holiday, an excuse for greeting card companies and retailers to get you to buy more stuff from them.
Simple Valentine’s Day M&M Cookie Recipe
This is a great recipe to make for your kids and with your kids. After all, what kids don’t love M&M’s? I know mine will eat an entire 5 pound bag in one sitting if I don’t watch them. They also love cookies, so what better than to marry their two favorite chocolate goodies together?
Valentine’s Day Red Velvet Cookies Recipe
Valentine’s Day is the one day a year set aside to let that special someone in your life know just how much you care for them. What better way is there to let your honey know you love them then with food? Living with five males has made me realize just how true it is that the quickest way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.
5 Simple Super Bowl Snacks
I’m not a big football fan. However, if I’m going to force myself to watch one football game a year, it’s going to be the Super Bowl. There are only two good things about the Super Bowl: Food and Commercials. If it wasn’t for those two things my life would be blissfully free of football.
The Difference Between Men and Women is a Nail
The difference between men and women are that women have nails stuck in the foreheads. Not really, but a You Tube video does a great job of outwardly showing the inner difference between men and women. I don’t think I’ve seen anything else that comes close to doing as good of a job at showing the difference as this video does.
Best Breakfast Sandwiches Ever Recipe
Have you had any of the delicious breakfast sandwich choices they have at fast food chains? I’ll admit that every now and then I eat them. They can get a little expensive to eat every day.