Snack Attack Blog Hop!

Have y'all missed me? 

I have certainly missed my little blog. I was going back and forth over how to start writing again when my friend Keisha mentioned a blog hop she was hosting. Naturally... it was a call to action. 

So, enjoy Kristen's yummy holiday recipe, and check out all the others', too! 

Hello! I’m Kristin from The Simple Perks and I’m joining Kiesha in the Snack Attack Blog Hop! Today I’m taking over Aleasa’s blog and sharing my favorite go-to snack recipe: Corn Dip!

I absolutely love this recipe—it’s quick, easy, packed with flavor, and it’s always a huge hit at parties! From game days to New Year’s Eve parties, this snack is great for any time of the year!

Let’s get started!

(I grabbed this photo from Google, but this is what the dip looks like)

Here’s what you will need…

1 can regular corn, drained
1 can shoepeg corn, drained
1 can rotel, drained
8 oz cream cheese

Place all of the above in a microwavable bowl, microwave for 3 minutes (or until cream cheese is soft enough to stir)

Add the following to the corn mixture:

1 TBSP chili powder
½ TBSP cumin
½ TBSP garlic powder

Stir until all ingredients are blended well.

*If you want it to be spicier, add a little more of the seasonings. Sometimes I add a dash of cayenne for a little kick.

Serve warm and with tortilla chips or Fritos (Fritos Scoops are the best!).

This recipe is great for whipping up before your guests arrive or you can make it the day before and just heat it up before serving.

Thanks Aleasa for letting me guest post today!


Happy snacking and happy blog hopping!

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Um, I don't know about y'all... but that sounds so yummy! If you make it, let me know what you think -- It's going on my go-to list for sure. 

Want more? Here are the other lovely ladies participating! 

Kiesha @ Big Pitt Stop

Brittney @ Razorback Britt

Debbie @ Dining with Debbie

Kristin @ the Simple Perks

Ashley @ My Crazy Life

Dana @ A Reasonable Adventurer

Well, July managed to sneak up on me.

It has been a while since I posted, mainly because the Sarge was home for two weeks before heading off, and also because once he left I was pathetic and boring with nothing to write about! I didn't want to get all mopey online, so I just stayed away for a little bit. I'm sure that everyone noticed lol. But I'm back and I have a few fun things to share!

First of all...maybe a day (or two) late and a dollar short, but it's the thought that counts right? So happy Independence, America! I made the famous wreath floating around Pinterest and I think it came out great! Plus, it cost me about $12 so that's awesome. 

I hope everyone's holiday was and is fun and safe. As for me, I went to my neighbor's house and hung out with the family. They are still pretty much the only people I know in this whole state. Pretty much. We had a great time with grilled burgers, veggies, and plenty of desserts!

Secondly, what have y'all been up to? I haven't had a chance to read many of my favorites but don't worry, I will be around shortly. I have a post ready for next week.. Sergeant J's birthday was last month so I made him a care package. It was my first and I'm pretty pleased with myself. So I will share that later. Also, while I was gone, I killed the largest spider I have ever seen indoors... no joke... managed to save up a quick $1000 (which is already spent for an upcoming rendezvous in Texas), dropped the laptop (it survived) and played through an entire video game. Fun June, huh? I certainly hope yours was better than mine haha!!

I'll be back early next week with the Sarge's birthday box. Until then, stay safe and live happy!

thanksgiving.

i hope everyone's thanksgiving was AMAZING!

john and i split the work with carin and josh to make an OVER THE TOP thanksgiving meal.  there were the four of us and their two precious babies, olivia and levi.  and enough food for eight people (the hubbies count as two a piece!)  and who am i kidding, there was enough food for john's whole unit!

read our menu over at the heritage kitchen.

here are some pictures from the adventure of john's and my first thanksgiving!

and, since i'm a few days behind on the blog challenge (again!) here are the past few days!

Day 8 - a photo that makes you angry/sad 

i'm sorry, there is NO way i'm having a cry fest or rant today!  so here is a picture of something that always makes me mad:

confused-ass wade phillips.  from the bleacher report.

and of course: 

image from the press coverage blog

Day 9 - a photo you took 

jerusalem

Day 10 - a photo taken over 10 years ago of you

8th grade.. aww girl.

go link up!

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