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Mama Carps Salted Caramel Turtle Cookies

I LOVE the classic combination of chocolate, caramel, sea salt & pecans!!! (more…)

Mama Carps Turtle Biscotti

I LOOOVE anything with chocolate, caramel, pecans & sea salt!!! These “twice baked” cookies are the bomb! Great with your morning coffee or an afternoon snack – these make great gifts as they keep well for shipping!! (more…)

Valentine Shortbread Puzzle Cookie

Valentines Day is almost here <3 This is a recipe from my sister Joanne from a very long time ago- its fun to do with your kids or for a sweet gift! (more…)

“In that moment” – a tender thought about assisted living and death by Allie Carpenter,RN

This was just too precious not to share- this was written by my daughter Allie <3 Thought of the day. People often ask me how I can work with the…

Costa Rica- through my eyes

Recently I traveled to beautiful Costa Rica- meaning “rich coast” in Spanish. A country in Central America, bordered by Nicaragua to the north, Panama to the southeast, the Pacific Ocean to the west, and the Caribbean Sea to the east. I’ve had this destination on my bucket list for photography and was so excited to get the opportunity to go.

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Sweet Melody by Jacqueline de Jonge

Jacqueline’s pattern Sweet Melody, a level 2 pattern- is such a beautiful quilt!

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Hello My Name Is … Jackie Troup

Jackie is my oldest sister- we are 14 years apart. I have the fondest memories of her always spoiling me from as far back as I can remember! (more…)

Mama Carp’s Minty Mocha Crinkles

A Christmas favorite! Put these cookies under your tree and you’ll be Santa’s favorite! (more…)

Hello My Name Is … Brittany Bras

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Flip #6- The Back Yard…

This last summer Craig surprised me with the landscaping of the back yard. After waiting 4 years I was the MOST excited for this and could hardly wait! We were in the middle of renovating Allie’s house and helping with Chelsie & Ryan’s wedding plans. He began with telling me he was only redoing the beach- I was happy about that, but wanted more….(July 11^th, 2013)
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Hello My Name Is … Tammy Herbert

Tammy is one of my dearest friends- She is amazingly sweet, incredibly strong and always has my back : ) (more…)

Mama Carp’s Rumplemintz Chocolate Torte

After years of making my best friend Dorothy’s chocolate torte I decided to put my spin on it for a fun Christmas dessert. (more…)