Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 10.02.2026

 Hello and welcome to another great weekend! 

And what better way to enjoy it, in full, than with a visit to Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot! for October 2, 2026!

What makes this link-up special is that we encourage you to link up not only your current posts and good ideas, but also the great stuff in your archives! Yes, let's all show some love for those great posts resting in the archives, until you share them again.

Hello Dear Reader....

Hello Dear Reader! 

It doesn't happen often, but currently we are not at home. The entire family made the decision to get away on a last minute vacay! Our last time off the property was two years ago, so it really was time. I have gone ahead and prepared a few ideas and recipes for you to visit. Along with a bit of about me thrown in for good measure! For instance...

Welcome to The Senior Salon Pit Stop #430

Welcome! The Senior Salon Pit Stop is now open! 

We invite you to come and take a look at all the wonderful recipes, craft and upcycling ideas in today's line up. Along with thrifting treasures, photography and a wonderful assortment of family friendly articles being shared. I can guarantee that, you will be pleasantly surprised, with all the good stuff you are about to find…so I invite you to come and take a look. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share with all of us as well!

 

Surprising Uses for Steel Wool, for Homestead Sunday #17

Welcome to Homestead Sunday, where we share what we have learned, what we do on a regular basis, and what projects we are building, rebuilding or working on. Who are we? We are a three generation family living on six acres in South Eastern Texas. 

And while we have only been in Texas a short time three years, we have had the homestead mentality while living the lifestyle for quite a few more. Starting out with our time living in Montana. And, although we are not experts in any way, I hope that what we share with you with this series is helpful, as well as inspirational for you and your own homestead journey. Or even with your own home and yard in the suburbs. Because to homestead is an much an action as it is a lifestyle.

Surprising Uses for Steel Wool...for Homestead Sunday. 

Chicken Baked with Peaches Thyme and Dijon.

Are you looking for a new, delicious oven meal that everyone will enjoy? If so Chicken Baked with Peaches Thyme and Dijon is calling your name! Quick to assemble, easy, hands-off baking, and the family will love it! Another great recipe that you can get on the table quick with your well stocked pantry. 

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 09.25.2026

Hello and welcome to another great weekend! 

And what better way to enjoy it, in full, than with a visit to Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot! for September 25, 2026!

What makes this link-up special is that we encourage you to link up not only your current posts and good ideas, but also the great stuff in your archives! Yes, let's all show some love for those great posts resting in the archives, until you share them again.

Browned Butter Zucchini Bread.

Don't let zucchini season get away without putting a few loaves of this delicious Browned Butter Zucchini Bread in the freezer! Delicious as written, yet included are three flavor variations...because variety is after all, the spice of life!

Easy Baked Mushrooms with Thyme and Garlic

Is your family a mushroom loving family? If so, you will enjoy love this easy to prepare side-dish of Easy Baked Mushrooms with Thyme and Garlic it is one you will want to serve again and again...it's that good. Plus so far I have not noticed a main dish that would disagree to be served with mushrooms on the side...

Welcome to The Senior Salon Pit Stop #429

Welcome! The Senior Salon Pit Stop is now open! 

We invite you to come and take a look at all the wonderful recipes, craft and upcycling ideas in today's line up. Along with thrifting treasures, photography and a wonderful assortment of family friendly articles being shared. I can guarantee that, you will be pleasantly surprised, with all the good stuff you are about to find…so I invite you to come and take a look. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share with all of us as well!

 

The Perfect Cheesecake, two baking styles for two different cheesecakes!

This recipe for The Perfect Cheesecake offers a traditional style baked cheesecake and a softer, creamier version as well. It's the same recipe by the way! Which one will your family prefer? Or do what I do, bake both and please everyone at the table.

The Scratch Made Food! & DIY Homemade Household Catalog of tips, tricks & recipes!

Welcome to The Scratch Made Food! & DIY Homemade Household's (free) Catalog of Tips, Tricks and Recipes! 

Are you looking for easy ways to run your home with ease? Maybe a few frugal DIY work-a-bouts to use what you already have? Instead of buying more supplies? How about actual working recipes to make more of the foods you want to eat, right there in your own kitchen? With less premade food purchased from the grocery store? 

Or how about some great kitchen tips and tricks that will make your life easier, and help keep you on your household budget? I have no doubt you will find something right here, to help out in all the areas you need, to keep your own home humming along smoothly...

Weekend Traffic Jam Weekend 09.18.2026

Hello and welcome to another great weekend! 

And what better way to enjoy it, in full, than with a visit to Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot! for September 18, 2026!

What makes this link-up special is that we encourage you to link up not only your current posts and good ideas, but also the great stuff in your archives! Yes, let's all show some love for those great posts resting in the archives, until you share them again.

Celery Root Carrot and Apple Slaw

Celery Root Carrot and Apple Slaw is easy and delicious! We love this salad because it is delicious, but also, putting more vegetables on the table is always a good thing. This just might become a new family favorite. And trust me you will love celery root prepared this way!

Dusty Potatoes

Are you looking for a simple to prepare potato dish for dinner or your next potluck gathering? Good, because I have the perfect one right here! Dusty Potatoes! Simple ingredients, very little hands-on time, and they taste great...plus is you have the oven on anyway, you might as well add a pan of these delicious potatoes!

Baked Orange Chicken, a Panda Express Orange Chicken copycat

We love this recipe for Baked Orange Chicken, a Panda Express Orange Chicken copycat! Who doesn't love Panda Express Orange Chicken? And now, you can make this delicious favorite at home. Plus this version is baked, with no deep-fryer needed...

No Waste No Worry Oat Cakes, muffins you will love!

Do you often have a bit of oatmeal leftover in the pan after everyone has had their breakfast? So did we! And while it makes a great snack, later in the day, yes, I have done just that! It makes a better pan of No Waste No Worry Oat Cakes! These tender muffins are not only delicious, but also very frugal...

Welcome to The Senior Salon Pit Stop #428

Welcome! The Senior Salon Pit Stop is now open! 

We invite you to come and take a look at all the wonderful recipes, craft and upcycling ideas in today's line up. Along with thrifting treasures, photography and a wonderful assortment of family friendly articles being shared. I can guarantee that, you will be pleasantly surprised, with all the good stuff you are about to find…so I invite you to come and take a look. And while you are here to visit, I hope you have brought along some ideas of your own to share with all of us as well!

 

Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot 09.11.2026

Hello and welcome to another great weekend! 

And what better way to enjoy it, in full, than with a visit to Weekend Traffic Jam Reboot! for September 11, 2026!

What makes this link-up special is that we encourage you to link up not only your current posts and good ideas, but also the great stuff in your archives! Yes, let's all show some love for those great posts resting in the archives, until you share them again.

Applesauce and Spice Chocolate Chip Cake, whole grain delicious!

You will definitely want to make this moist, delicious, spicy Applesauce and Spice Chocolate Chip Cake! It is perfect to share with family and friends, for holidays or absolutely any other day of the week! Oh and did I mention it is made with whole wheat flour? But no worries it is still tender and delicious. Come on, what are you waiting for? Come and take a look...

Onion Gratin, sweet tender onion slices under a Parmesan crust!

Do you ever find yourself with a limited variety of fresh vegetables before the next grocery trip? That was the inspiration for this Onion Grain. And as it turned out, we absolutely loved it! So much so, that even when our larder is full, we still make this delicious vegetable side dish...plus, onions are a very nutritious vegetable. And one you might want to eat more often!