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6 years ago...

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I married my best friend 6 years ago today. It's been a stressful, trying year, but another year I think we can add to our book of life and learn and move on from. I'm so thankful God gave me someone like Matt who balances me. I call him when I can't find a parking space downtown, when I'm at my wits end with someone, or when Cayleigh has just about all but frazzled my nerves. Happy Anniversary-here's to another 6 years, times a million. :) "For better, for worse......but never for granted."

Coca Cola Cake

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Simply, my new favorite cake. I could eat this here or there, I could eat this anywhere! We ate this warm and it is simply delightful! Thanks to Allrecipes for a great recipe ! Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 eggs 2 cups white sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup butter 1 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1 cup cola-flavored carbonated beverage 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup butter 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 6 tablespoons cola-flavored carbonated beverage 4 cups confectioners' sugar 1 cup chopped pecans Directions Combine flour and white sugar in mixing bowl. Heat 1 cup butter, 3 tablespoons cocoa, and 1 cup cola soft drink to boiling and pour over the flour and sugar. Mix thoroughly. Add buttermilk, eggs, baking soda, vanilla, and marshmallows and mix well. Bake in a prepared 9 by 13 inch pan for 40 minutes at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). While still hot, frost with Coco Cola Frosting: Combine 1/2 ...