This Is The Easy, Crowd-Pleasing Dinner We All Need Right Now

PLUS: A review of a story about life on the Oregon Trail, 9 weird uses for coffee makers, and more. PLUS: A review of a story about life on the Oregon Trail, 9 weird uses for coffee makers, and more. December 27, 2022 [View Online]( TOGETHER WITH [MAIKA]( Good morning! While I have no one but myself to blame, I’m still recuperating from all the cooking and baking I did over the weekend. If you’re in the same boat, Today’s Good Thing is for you—I’m sharing a dinner recipe you can get on the table in no time (and with no complaints!) Also in today’s newsletter, I’m sharing another book review, this time about a novel that takes place on the Oregon Trail. I was not only moved and inspired by the story, but it filled me with gratitude for my stationary home and its many amenities. Jillee DAYS UNTIL 🎊 New Year's Day: 5 TODAY'S GOOD THING [Photos of homemade hard taco shells and baked tacos.]( [This Is The Easy, Crowd-Pleasing Dinner We All Need Right Now]( Come for the quick and easy dinner recipe, stay for the secret to making amazing hard taco shells at home. [READ MORE]( [READ MORE]( You might also like: ◆ [16 Of The Best Tacos To Make For Every Meal Of The Day]( ◆ [How To Use Your Leftover Prime Rib To Make Amazing Tacos]( QUICK TIPS ⚡️ These 9 coffee maker hacks prove that a little imagination is all you need to get more out of a single-use appliance. [Read more ➜]( ⚡️ With dog-friendly ingredients like pumpkin and peanut butter, these homemade treats will make you popular with any pup. [Read more ➜]( ⚡️ The last big software update for iPhones included lots of new Lock Screen options, and I’ve got the details for you. [Read more ➜]( TOGETHER WITH MAIKA Find Your Perfect Purse At The Perfect Price With this many stylish, affordable, and practical purses to choose from, there’s no need to compromise. I’m fairly picky when it comes to purses, but only because I’ve been disappointed by so many of them. It seems like every bag I’ve contemplated buying recently has had at least one major drawback, whether it was impractical, too expensive, or too plain or utilitarian. I’d all but given up on finding a functional, great-looking purse that wouldn't break the bank, but then I found out about [MAIKA](! Specializing in functional, stylish, and thoughtfully-designed bags, MAIKA products are made to meet the demands of modern life. No matter where your day takes you, these bags will carry everything you need and look great doing it! MAIKA bags are made from durable recycled canvas and feature original, hand-printed patterns. 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Like most westward emigrants at the time, they started their journey on the eastern portion of the [Oregon Trail](, a route established by fur trappers some 30 years prior. My own pioneer heritage was one reason I was so interested to read [Where the Lost Wander by Amy Harmon](. The story follows Naomi, a young widow who meets a young half-Pawnee man named John while traveling in a wagon train on the Oregon Trail. The evocative descriptions of life on the Oregon Trail make this book a memorable read. It’s clear Harmon has a deep knowledge of this era of American history, and the rich details she weaves into the story bring the pioneers’ plight to life in a way no history book could. This book will pull you into its characters’ lives and give you a new perspective on a fascinating moment in history at the same time. If you do pick it up, don’t miss the thought-provoking author’s notes at the end! [See Where the Lost Wander on Amazon ➜]( YESTERDAY'S GOOD THING [Photos of Jillee cleaning up.]( [7 Things To Get Rid Of Now That Christmas Is Over]( When you're ready to put away your holiday decor, get rid of these 7 things while you're at it—you’ll be glad you did! [READ MORE]( [READ MORE]( A FEW MORE THINGS... Contentious Cake: Today is National Fruitcake Day, celebrating a traditional (if highly polarizing) holiday cake. People have been eating fruitcake since the time of ancient Rome (and perhaps earlier), and over time has evolved throughout Europe into dozens of regional variations. If you’re game to give fruitcake a chance, why not make [Alton Brown’s well-reviewed recipe]( today for the occasion? On This Day: In 1831, Charles Darwin joined the second voyage of the HMS Beagle, which would last nearly 5 years and circumnavigate the globe. Darwin documented the events of that voyage and the beginnings of his theory of evolution in [The Voyage of the Beagle](, which was published in 1839 and gained him international fame as a writer. 🤔 Wordle: [Solve today's 5-letter word](. What did you think of today's email? [Not good]( | [Just okay]( | [Loved it!]( 🏠[Visit the By Jillee Shop]( 🤗 [Join OGT Free]( Let's connect! [facebook]( [instagram]( [pinterest]( [youtube]( If you have thoughts, comments, questions or a tip or trick you'd like to share, I'd love to hear from you! My inbox is always open, so just hit "reply" and let me know what's on your mind. See you tomorrow! Sending you bright ideas and simple solutions to help you create a home and life you love. My mailing address is: One Good Thing by Jillee 841 S. Main St. Heber City, UT 84032 If you're not happy please reply to this email to tell me why. Update your email preferences or [unsubscribe]( [here](. View our privacy policy [here](.