Four weeks ago, on June 12th, I celebrated my 3 year blogging anniversary and then logged off. I haven't posted a thing since! I scheduled out my social media and walked away. And I don't regret it one tiny little bit. Everyone needs a break once in a while, and I think bloggers … [Read more...]
Three Years Later…
805 posts. 2.5 million page views. 4,266 comments. 200,926 spam comments. 8,222 pins on 100 boards. And it all started with this post on Day 1 of my 365 day journey: the sock bun If you read that post (it will literally take you 20 … [Read more...]
10 Awesome Camping Tips and Tricks
Growing up, we spent many summer vacations going camping. Since being married and having a family of my own, we've been camping a couple of times. As a kid, I did not realize how much work goes into just preparing to go camping. Then again, we didn't have the incredible resource … [Read more...]
Fruit Salad with Creamy Lime Dressing and Let’s Get Real #92
This was the first Memorial Day in the last few years that I did NOT make this delicious fruit salad with creamy lime dressing! Instead, I was heading out to my brother's wedding in South Carolina, so things around here have been a bit different from the norm. But, it's such a … [Read more...]
Wedding Day!
My baby brother is getting married today. Yes, I know it's a Tuesday. He's weird. As this is post is published, I'm in the air on my way to the wedding. Nothing like catching a red-eye for a coast to coast flight! I still can't believe this day is finally here. Garret is 12 … [Read more...]
Happy Memorial Day-“It Has Always Been the Soldier”
I always hesitate to say "Happy Memorial Day" because it's such a somber day of remembrance. But it's also a celebration of our country, patriotism and pride in the members of our armed forces. To honor the fallen today, as well as thank those who currently serve, I … [Read more...]
Garlic Knots
While my husband was between full-time jobs recently, he worked for a local bagel and pizza shop. They specialize in New York style pizza. The pizza is pretty good, but the Garlic Knots they sell on the side are amazing! When you're talking about bread dough dunked in butter and … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day Recipes and Ideas
Valentine's Day is just over one month away, and according to my Facebook followers, it's NOT too soon to start sharing Valentine's Day ideas! So I collected a few ideas here for sweet treats, fun printables for the kids and, of course, CHOCOLATE! Feel free to pin the whole … [Read more...]
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas from my family to you and and yours. I hope you are having a wonderful day celebrating with those you love. "For unto us is born this day, in the city of David, a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord." … [Read more...]
Let’s Get Real #69
Woot! Woot! Let's get this Friday started. Let's Get Real is all about Healthy Living. That's right! It's all about Real Food, fitness, health and wellness, and home life tips and tricks from Real people. That's you! Grab a cup of coffee (or other preferred beverage ). Relax into … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Countdown to Christmas
I have a little bit of a Christmas obsession. I love advent calendars. We have so many different ways to countdown to Christmas in our house, it's a bit silly. But growing up, it was always one of my favorite traditions! We didn't do the formal advent calendar with doors and … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Tablescape
Thank you, Smarty Had A Party, for providing product for this gorgeous Thanksgiving tablescape! All opinions are my own. Ever since I was a little girl, it has been tradition for my father's side of the family to get together for Thanksgiving. It doesn't happen every year, but … [Read more...]
