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DIY: Dowel Rod Tomato Cages

July 9, 2017 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

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Nothing is more rewarding for this city girl than growing my own food. I did it! I actually harvested homegrown tomatoes from container pots … [Read more...] about DIY: Dowel Rod Tomato Cages

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Lone Star Turkey Chili with Sour Cream and Chives

June 11, 2017 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

Who says you can't eat delicious chili in the summertime? Not this girl! When you'd rather get dinner on the table so you enjoy time with … [Read more...] about Lone Star Turkey Chili with Sour Cream and Chives

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Tequila Lime Chicken with Pico de Gallo and Fresh Guacamole

May 20, 2017 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

I have no problem pretending that some days of the week are food holidays as an excuse to make celebratory food. Life is short. I don't need … [Read more...] about Tequila Lime Chicken with Pico de Gallo and Fresh Guacamole

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Michelada with Lime

February 19, 2017 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

I used to think that people who ordered tomato juice with their beer were crazy. Why would you ruin a perfectly good beer with … [Read more...] about Michelada with Lime

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Dutch Oven Bolognese Sauce

January 29, 2017 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

Bolognese, or ragu, is a meaty tomato based pasta sauce that can be served on your preferred pasta. Often created with beef and some kind of … [Read more...] about Dutch Oven Bolognese Sauce

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Hello! I'm Vanessa. Welcome to One Delightful Life, a lifestyle blog created to add more delight to your daily life with budget-friendly recipes, travel suggestions and tips, DIY projects and more. Thanks for exploring my blog!

Weston, Missouri: Making the Most of a Weekend Visit

Let me introduce you to one of my favorite towns — Weston, Missouri! This charming town, located northwest of Kansas City and only 20 minutes from Leavenworth, Kansas, has been voted The #1 Best Day Trip by Ingram’s Magazine 15 years running. I love Weston for its abundance of shops and attractions including a brewery, […]

Simple Ways to Reduce Your Use of Plastic

I have a challenge for you. (It’s one I heard about on TV during a “60 Minutes” episode on climate change and pollution.) After you read this post, I want you to try to go as long as you can without touching anything plastic. How long do you think you could last? Almost everything we […]

3 Ways to Stay Active After Work Even If You’re Feeling Lazy

Do you ever find yourself wondering where the time went? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American works 44 hours per week, or 8.8 hours per day. If you’re like me, you spend most of that time staring at a computer while sitting at a desk. After returning home from work, the last thing I want to do is to sit […]

Keto Dinner Recipes That You Can Make in 30 Minutes or Less

After months of yo-yo eating (we eat what we want when we want only to regret it later and try to eat healthy), we’ve committed to living a Keto lifestyle. If you’re reading this post, you’re either already eating a low-carb diet or would like to make healthier eating decisions. In my opinion, Keto* is […]

4 Reasons to Visit Four Fights Distilling in Corning, New York

After a return visit to Upstate New York and the Corning area, I decided to add an adventure we had never included on our itinerary before – a tour of a local distillery! Four Fights Distilling should be a must-stop for any traveler who appreciates locally crafted spirits. Operating for the last five years from […]

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