Patricia N. Hicks
I am a "Jane of all trades" as some might put it. If I haven't done it before, I'll figure it out if and when the need arises. My interests are so varied I find myself constantly bouncing from one new project to the next!
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Helen, Georgia - "Mountain Beauty with a Touch of Bavaria"One October on our way back from Florida, my husband passed the turn for the coastal drive and opted to take a more northern route heading straight into the Georgia mountains. Our destination was Helen, Georgia.
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Review of the Wilton Cookie Tree KitAt Christmas time, delightfully sweet concoctions are whipped up and presented as gifts or added to the tempting feast at holiday gatherings. My contribution was a Cookie Christmas Tree made using the Wilton Cookie Tree Kit. -
Todd, North Carolina - A Slideshow of one of Ashe County's Hidden TreasuresNestled among the trees and surrounded by serene mountainside pastures and Christmas tree farms, Todd, North Carolina is the perfect place to unwind and recharge. -
Tips for Teens Entering the Job MarketIf you are a teenager, or even a first-timer, about to enter the job market, you need to read this. -
Review of SunSilk Anti-Poof Hair Care ProductsSunSilk has an "Anti-Poof" formula containing Jojoba Oil created to control "poofy" hair. How does it do when it goes head to head with a mass of naturally curly, frizzy hair? -
Todd, North Carolina - One of the Best Kept Vacation SecretsNestled among the trees and surrounded by serene mountainside pastures and Christmas tree farms, Todd, North Carolina is the perfect place to unwind and recharge. -
The Creative Cake Maker: How to Decorate Jack Skellington Halloween CupcakesThe character "Jack Skellington", from The Nightmare Before Christmas, is hands down my favorite skeleton. Once you realize how easy these cupcakes are to make, you'll be making them for Halloween AND Christmas. -
Unusual Halloween Cupcake Design IdeasWhile I wouldn't turn down a cupcake of any kind, this fun collection of ideas showcases the unusual and/or "too cute to pass by" cupcakes perfectly themed for Halloween. -
Review of Kim Lavine's Mommy Millionaire: How I Turned My Kitchen Table Idea into a Million Dollars and How You Can, Too!It was marketed as "The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Business While Keeping Your Family Your #1 Job". That was enough to get my attention. For two days and two nights, I read this book. When I finished, I was both satisfied and deeply disappointed. -
The Creative Cake Maker: How to Decorate Ladybug CupcakesImagine the smiles you'll see when you serve these ladybug cupcakes at your next party! These cupcakes are quick and easy. They don't take much more than a box of cake mix, some colored icing and marshmallows. -
The Creative Cake Maker: How to Decorate Bumble Bee CupcakesNothing could be cuter than a swarm of bumblebee cupcakes at your party! These cupcakes are quick and easy. They don't take much more than a box of cake mix, some colored icing and marshmallows. -
The Creative Cake Maker: How to Decorate a Bumblebee Birthday CakeThis bumblebee cake is a quick, easy cake-decorating project that doesn't take much more than a box of cake mix, some colored icing and marshmallows. -
The Creative Cake Maker: How to Decorate a Princess Birthday CakeThis "Princess" birthday cake is a fun cake-decorating project that doesn't take much more than cake mix, some store bought icing and a tiara from the dollar store. -
The Creative Cake Maker: How to Decorate a Microsoft XBOX Controller CakeDeciding on appropriate cakes for men can be difficult. However, if the man in your life loves to play video games (like my brother), it's probably safe to make him a video game controller birthday cake. -
The Creative Cake Maker: How to Decorate a Ladybug Birthday CakeThis fun ladybug birthday cake is a quick, easy cake-decorating project that doesn't take much more than a box of cake mix, some colored icing and marshmallows. -
Cake Decorating: Making a Piping Bag Out of a Sandwich BagCake decorating tools can become expensive. One way to cut costs is to create a piping bag from a regular sandwich bag. It's so easy, even an amateur can do it. -
How To Bake A Cake (Part 3) - Testing, Removing & Cooling Your CakeThis is the final step in cake baking and the last of the 3 part video series "How To Bake A Cake". This tutorial will show you how to test your cake, remove it from its pan, and cool it. You will then have a finished product you can decorate (that's the fun part) and proudly serve to your friends -
How To Bake A Cake (Part 2) - Mixing & Baking Your CakeThis is part 2 of a multi-part tutorial on how to bake a cake. Part two covers the steps necessary for mixing your ingredients and baking your cake properly so you will have a cake you can decorate and be proud to serve to your family and friends. -
How To Bake A Cake (Part One) - Preparing Your Baking PansMost cake recipes begin by reading "Heat your oven and generously grease and flour your pan." What if you don't know how to "generously grease and flour..."? Part one of this series will show you how so you can get on with the fun of baking your cake. -
Ways to Occupy Your Children in a Checkout LineWith three kids in tow, and countless trips to the grocery store under my belt, I've used a few tricks from time to time to keep my kids from driving me insane while standing in the checkout line. Most don't even require anything extra to be brought along in the tote bag. -
How to Create a Personalized Easter BasketA fun and exciting Easter basket is easy to make and can be as simple or as elaborate as you want it to be. That's the great thing. You decide, or rather, the Easter Bunny decides what goes into it. -
How Long Should I Keep My Personal Records?Millions of Americans don't know what papers can be tossed safely or what needs to be filed away. Here are some tips to help you get a handle on that paperwork.
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Choosing the Right Boarding Facility for Your Pet (Part 2 of 2)If you have read "Part One" of this article then you should already have a list of some needs your pet may have. I'll go over some other, possibly more important needs in this section. -
Choosing the Right Boarding Facility for Your Pet (Part 1 of 2)For many pet owners, choosing a boarding facility can be one of the hardest and most difficult decisions to make. The key is to carefully select your boarding facility. I'll share several tips to help you make your selection. -
First Place Finish - Making Car Care EasyYou've just purchased your dream vehicle. It's beautiful...It's shiny...It's smooth...or is it? Hmmm...isn't quite as smooth as you thought, is it? Fear not! -
Lovebird's Soap - the Valentine's Day Gift Anyone Can MakeIt's beautiful, it's useful, it's easy to make (even for you guys) and it won't add a few pounds to the waistline! -
Soap Makers Guide to MarketingYou may make the greatest soap on the market, but if your packaging is plain and un-inviting, you may be missing out on a lot of sales!