2 Simple Ways to Temper Chocolate at Home

Yes, tempering chocolate can be intimidating at first but with the right equipment and practice, it can be easy to master! Check out these 2 simple methods!

Hot Chocolate Popsicle Bombs

If hot chocolate bombs and hot chocolate sticks had a baby, it would be hot chocolate popsicles. Also, check out my no-brainer tempering method.

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Hot Chocolate Bombs Recipe

These hot chocolate bombs are so satisfying not just to look at but also to enjoy! What’s not there to love with a cup of hot cocoa and marshmallows in the cool weather?!

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Sights and Sounds: Utah and Arizona

We spent 10 days exploring Utah and Arizona’s national parks and landmarks! This itinerary is full-packed with hikes in Angel’s Landing and The Narrows.

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2020 Twilight Tour in Forks, Washington Travel Guide

Werewolves and vampires descended in Forks, WA in Stephanie Meyer’s Twilight book series. We took a self-guided Twilight Forks tour during our recent PNW visit!

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10 Steps in Planning an Epic National Park Road Trip

Here are 10 easy steps to help you plan an epic national park road trip!

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Shower and Toilet in Our Campervan

One of the most asked questions we get is how we shower and use the toilet while living in the van. Check out our 3 shower setups and portable shower, vanlife-style!

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How to Convert a Camper Van into the Ultimate Mobile Home

Check out these stops in converting a van into your own tiny home on wheels!

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Sights and Sounds: Pacific Northwest

We spent 15 days exploring the diverse landscape of Pacific Northwest from the rugged coast of Oregon to the 3 national parks of the state of Washington.

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2020 Ikea Camper Van Conversion for $2000

This campervan was built with Ikea furnishings for just $2000. It’s beautiful, practical and functional.

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How to Buy a Tiny House

If you’re thinking about downsizing in a big way, here’s how to buy a tiny house and

simplify your life.

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Sights and Sounds: Mount Shasta and Mount Hood

Here’s a full-packed 4-day road trip from Sacramento to Mount Shasta (California) to Crater Lake and Mount Hood (Oregon).

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Sights and Sounds: West Coast Loop Road Trip

We spent 30 days traveling the west and midwest of the United States in our self-converted camper van, Flippie!

Cherry Jam Recipe with Canning Instructions

This cherry jam recipe became an instant favorite for us at home! Freshly picked from the farm, this recipe is a perfect combination of tang and sweet, especially on top of a buttered toast! Also, checkout out my canning tips and tricks to help extend this summer’s bounty into winter’s feast!

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What Has Government Done to Our Money by Murray Rothbard

Ron Paul, the former Republican presidential nominee, once listed “What Has Government Done to Our Money” as a book every American should read! I couldn’t agree more! Murray N. Rothbard gives a compelling page-turner case for the need of our current monetary system to return to the gold standard.

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Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

A chocolate chip cookie is only as good as its chocolate chips! Why not skip the chips altogether and use your favorite brand of craft chocolate! Then, add the nutty and buttery brown butter to make this cookie recipe an instant hit!

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5 Easy Turon Recipes

Turon or banana lumpia is a Filipino sweet treat traditionally made with ripe banana plantain and jackfruit wrapped in a lumpia wrapper then deep fried with sugar. I love this classic treat but who’s to say, you can’t add your own twist?! Check out these 5 simple turon recipes!

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Economics in One Lesson by Henry Hazlitt

First published in 1946, the lesson Henry Hazlitt taught in this book is still relevant today! “Economics in One Lesson” is an excellent introduction to economics using practical examples that simplifies some of the complex issues of our economy today!

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10 Disneyland Mistakes for First-Timers

Here are some mistakes a newbie (like me) can make in Disneyland!

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Pan-Fried Cinnamon Bananas

This pan-fried cinnamon banana recipe is my simplified version of banana-cue, a Filipino street food snack! Simply dip bananas in cinnamon and sugar and pan-fry!

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