Just today I sat down and made my list for Thanksgiving dinner. We are actually blessed enough to have two Thanksgivings this year- one with friends and family on Wednesday prior to the big day and one with family and extended family on Thanksgiving Thursday. The list, of course, was long. As I sat down … Read more
Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away and I am already planning out what I am cooking. I am actually a decent cook. I typically make a turkey and several nontraditional sidedishes quiet easily. It’s the desserts that stress me out! Often guests will ask me what they need to bring and I’ll say very … Read more
Now that the holiday season is in full swing, it’s time to start thinking about gift buying. Gift buying is truly one of my very favorite things to do. I would gift to everyone I know, every family member and continue on and on if a budget didn’t stop me. It’s embarrassing how many things I … Read more
I just realized today I still had my Halloween prints up in the house. I always change out the prints to the holidays. It’s such an easy and instant way to decorate your home. I keep about 5 empty frames around ready to add the newest print. As I walked by today I was like…wait … Read more
I can remember it clearly. It was 2 days after Christmas last year and my dishwasher decided to no longer turn on. There is nothing like purchasing a major kitchen appliance right after spending way too much money on your kids for Christmas. To compensate, while searching, we decided to find a mid grade model. … Read more
Monthly Saving Challenge Printables are a great way to learn how to save and teach kids on having goals! While this printable is from 2015, the savings is the same here in the upcoming new year. Download this FREE Monthly Savings Challenge and get on the path to the ultimate success a little at a … Read more
I am so excited to publish this!But first let me back up and tell you a story. I live in the South and we have two seasons: Alive and Dead. The only (and I do mean only) thing that I miss about not having tons of seasonal changes are the beautiful fall leaves I often see floating … Read more
This message is brought to you by Mirium Shopper. Earlier this week I was talking about how 52% of girls feel negative posts they see on social media damage confidence. It’s one of the many messages that Dove is trying to get out there to share the impact that online community can have, negative and positive, … Read more
The past few months I have been able to share some fantastic kids books with you. Reading is so important and in my house I even put more emphasis on it. I read every day myself and I cant imagine what I would do without being able to lose myself in characters and stories daily. … Read more
As I get older, I am acutely more aware of the amount of people around me, friends and family both, that are facing cancer. Some of our family’s closest friends are currently fighting cancer, my best just lost her father last week to cancer and even my sister in law is a veterinarian that focuses … Read more
I wanted to share Rachel’s video with you because I am excited to try the new Simply Ageless line. Gorgeous lifestyle blogger, Rachel Hollis, reminds us that your life doesn’t have to stop to put your best face forward. Catching up with her from coast to coast, here is her 5-minute makeup application that will … Read more
Wowee, Y’all, its November 5th and the year is almost over! It seems like January was JUST here and now its just around the corner. I think I am totally understanding that “my life is flashing before my eyes” thing now. Maybe sometime after 30 it really does. In any case the beauty of the … Read more
Mason Jars are my jam! And not cause I actually use them for jam…even though you are supposed to…because I love them for CRAFTS! Bring on the MASON JAR CRAFTS!! Working with glass is pretty much my favorite thing and I love the creativity in painting or storing when it comes to jars. But I … Read more
There are two things I love more than anything when it comes to crafts- first is mason jars. You can do so much with them from cooking to crafting, to storage and organization, they are a MUST for any busy DIY gal. Second, is that I love to incorporate the mystical. As a reader, my entire … Read more
Cemetery Dirt Cups with Candy Zombies is an easy Halloween Party Idea! Find out how to make these kid friendly and party approved desserts, perfect for a fun holiday treat this Halloween. Cemetery Dirt Cups with Candy Zombies Looking for a Halloween party idea that kids will love? These cemetery dirt cups are it! No … Read more