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FLUFFERNUTTER FUDGE ICE CREAM. This homemade Fluffernutter Fudge Ice Cream recipe combines a toasted marshmallow custard-based ice cream with a creamy peanut butter ripple and shavings of dark chocolate. It’s a match made in heaven. EASY VACATION RENTAL MEAL IDEAS These easy vacation rental meal ideas are quick, delicious and simple to put together, even in the most basically stocked kitchens. Though these recipes are quite family-friendly as written, they’re also very versatile so that you can substitute or omit ingredients that don’t suit the tastes of your kids or picky eaters in your family.CAN YOU SPOT IT?
It’s the teeth. The photo in the blue shirt was taken over the summer. The top photo in the green shirt was taken on Monday morning–roughly 18 hours after a certain someone slipped on the concrete floor and broke his two front teeth. His two front permanent teeth, mind you. Sigh. COTTON CANDY MARGARITAS. OPEN LETTER TO MY DAUGHTER, THE MOTHER-TO-BE Call me whenever. Call me when she won’t stop crying–or when you can’t. Call me when she first smiles on purpose. Call me when it hits: the awe of being somebody’s mom. Call me because you matter to me and she matters to me and even if I’m busy when the TRAVEL THEMED HOME OFFICE Within our home, there is one room that represents a bit of a departure in style from the rest of the house. Our travel themed home office is just a bit different than the farmhouse decor that defines my typical home decor style. POTATO SAUSAGE AND ASPARAGUS SHEET PAN Return pan to the oven and roast for another fifteen minutes. While the potatoes and sausage are roasting, prepare your asparagus by snapping off the ends and washing well. Cut on a diagonal into spears that are about 1.5-2" long. Remove pan from the oven and add asparagus and whole grain mustard. Toss with the potatoes and asparagus to coat. WHAT TO WEAR TO EACH OF THE DISNEY PARKS Those might differ slightly from person to person but for me, my necessities include: rain poncho, chapstick, sunscreen, ID and maybe a bottle of water. Many years ago (probably at least ten years by now) I invested in a high-quality Baggalini bag and to this day, it’s my go-to bag for Disney trips. HOW TO CREATE A STAGING BINDER TO HELP SELL YOUR HOUSE Next time, I think I’ll share a couple of the staged vignettes we’ve put together. For those of you who’d like to create a staging binder like mine for your own home, simply download the following cover page and section title pages and then print them. Printable cover page for home staging binder. Printable utility section title page for FREE PRINTABLE SPICE JAR LABELS A beautiful, functional and organized spice rack is one of life’s small pleasures, right? When I open the cabinet doors to my spice rack and find a place for everything and everything in its place, my heart gets a little pittery pattery. 10 REASONS TO BE THANKFUL YOU DON'T LIVE IN ARIZONA You don’t spend 1/3 of your yearly salary on sunscreen. You can get cold water from your faucet, summer or not. You don’t have to bury roadkill, for fear that it could inject its deadly poison into your veins even after having been decapitated. Your native vegetation is only dangerous if it’s ingested, as opposed to ours.SUCH THE SPOT
FLUFFERNUTTER FUDGE ICE CREAM. This homemade Fluffernutter Fudge Ice Cream recipe combines a toasted marshmallow custard-based ice cream with a creamy peanut butter ripple and shavings of dark chocolate. It’s a match made in heaven. EASY VACATION RENTAL MEAL IDEAS These easy vacation rental meal ideas are quick, delicious and simple to put together, even in the most basically stocked kitchens. Though these recipes are quite family-friendly as written, they’re also very versatile so that you can substitute or omit ingredients that don’t suit the tastes of your kids or picky eaters in your family.CAN YOU SPOT IT?
It’s the teeth. The photo in the blue shirt was taken over the summer. The top photo in the green shirt was taken on Monday morning–roughly 18 hours after a certain someone slipped on the concrete floor and broke his two front teeth. His two front permanent teeth, mind you. Sigh. COTTON CANDY MARGARITAS. OPEN LETTER TO MY DAUGHTER, THE MOTHER-TO-BE Call me whenever. Call me when she won’t stop crying–or when you can’t. Call me when she first smiles on purpose. Call me when it hits: the awe of being somebody’s mom. Call me because you matter to me and she matters to me and even if I’m busy when the TRAVEL THEMED HOME OFFICE Within our home, there is one room that represents a bit of a departure in style from the rest of the house. Our travel themed home office is just a bit different than the farmhouse decor that defines my typical home decor style. POTATO SAUSAGE AND ASPARAGUS SHEET PAN Return pan to the oven and roast for another fifteen minutes. While the potatoes and sausage are roasting, prepare your asparagus by snapping off the ends and washing well. Cut on a diagonal into spears that are about 1.5-2" long. Remove pan from the oven and add asparagus and whole grain mustard. Toss with the potatoes and asparagus to coat. WHAT TO WEAR TO EACH OF THE DISNEY PARKS Those might differ slightly from person to person but for me, my necessities include: rain poncho, chapstick, sunscreen, ID and maybe a bottle of water. Many years ago (probably at least ten years by now) I invested in a high-quality Baggalini bag and to this day, it’s my go-to bag for Disney trips. HOW TO CREATE A STAGING BINDER TO HELP SELL YOUR HOUSE Next time, I think I’ll share a couple of the staged vignettes we’ve put together. For those of you who’d like to create a staging binder like mine for your own home, simply download the following cover page and section title pages and then print them. Printable cover page for home staging binder. Printable utility section title page for FREE PRINTABLE SPICE JAR LABELS A beautiful, functional and organized spice rack is one of life’s small pleasures, right? When I open the cabinet doors to my spice rack and find a place for everything and everything in its place, my heart gets a little pittery pattery. 10 REASONS TO BE THANKFUL YOU DON'T LIVE IN ARIZONA You don’t spend 1/3 of your yearly salary on sunscreen. You can get cold water from your faucet, summer or not. You don’t have to bury roadkill, for fear that it could inject its deadly poison into your veins even after having been decapitated. Your native vegetation is only dangerous if it’s ingested, as opposed to ours.CAN YOU SPOT IT?
It’s the teeth. The photo in the blue shirt was taken over the summer. The top photo in the green shirt was taken on Monday morning–roughly 18 hours after a certain someone slipped on the concrete floor and broke his two front teeth. His two front permanent teeth, mind you. Sigh. COTTON CANDY MARGARITAS. TRAVEL THEMED HOME OFFICE Within our home, there is one room that represents a bit of a departure in style from the rest of the house. Our travel themed home office is just a bit different than the farmhouse decor that defines my typical home decor style. WHAT TO WEAR TO EACH OF THE DISNEY PARKS Those might differ slightly from person to person but for me, my necessities include: rain poncho, chapstick, sunscreen, ID and maybe a bottle of water. Many years ago (probably at least ten years by now) I invested in a high-quality Baggalini bag and to this day, it’s my go-to bag for Disney trips. HOW TO CREATE A STAGING BINDER TO HELP SELL YOUR HOUSE Next time, I think I’ll share a couple of the staged vignettes we’ve put together. For those of you who’d like to create a staging binder like mine for your own home, simply download the following cover page and section title pages and then print them. Printable cover page for home staging binder. Printable utility section title page for POTATO SAUSAGE AND ASPARAGUS SHEET PAN Return pan to the oven and roast for another fifteen minutes. While the potatoes and sausage are roasting, prepare your asparagus by snapping off the ends and washing well. Cut on a diagonal into spears that are about 1.5-2" long. Remove pan from the oven and add asparagus and whole grain mustard. Toss with the potatoes and asparagus to coat. EASY BROWN SUGAR COOKIE RECIPE This super easy brown sugar cookie recipe might just be a new family favorite. Move over chocolate chip because the crisp and crinkly exterior of these cookies gives way to a soft and chewy interior that melts in your mouth. Deep, nutty flavor takes this cookie to a whole new level. It's a quick and easy recipe that is perfect for bake sales, potlucks or a simple dessert at home. MOROCCAN CHICKEN SOUP Stir in bay leaves, cloves, cinnamon, turmeric, cayenne pepper and salt. Add carrots, garbanzo beans, tomatoes, olives and chicken stock into the pot. Place the Instant Pot lid on and lock it into place. Ensure that the valve is set to the "sealing" position. Using the electronic control panel, set the Instant Pot to the Soup functionwith a
40TH BIRTHDAY SURVIVAL KIT Snickers. Extra! gum. PayDay. Rolo’s. SweetTarts. Skittles. Airplane bottles of Jose Cuervo, Skyy Vodka and Captain Morgan’s Rum. Once everything was gathered, I arranged the candy and booze in the basket (quite artfully even if I do say so myself). To pull off the survival kit theme, I needed to specify what each item should be used for. HOMEMADE WHOLE WHEAT CRANBERRY ORANGE SCONES You haven't tried scones until you've tried these homemade whole wheat cranberry orange scones. They bring perfect texture and amazing balance of flavors to the table. Made with fresh cranberries, they're just tart enough to tantalize your taste buds. This is one of the best breakfast treats to come out of my home kitchen. PEAR & BLUE CHEESE FLATBREAD WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE Instructions. To make balsamic glaze: Mix vinegar and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar has dissolved. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until glaze is reduced by half. Glaze should be thick and coat the back of a spatula. Let cool and pour into a jar with alid
EASY VACATION RENTAL MEAL IDEAS These easy vacation rental meal ideas are quick, delicious and simple to put together, even in the most basically stocked kitchens. Though these recipes are quite family-friendly as written, they’re also very versatile so that you can substitute or omit ingredients that don’t suit the tastes of your kids or picky eaters in your family. OPEN LETTER TO MY DAUGHTER, THE MOTHER-TO-BE Call me whenever. Call me when she won’t stop crying–or when you can’t. Call me when she first smiles on purpose. Call me when it hits: the awe of being somebody’s mom. Call me because you matter to me and she matters to me and even if I’m busy when the HEALTHY INSTANT POT CHICKEN AND BROWN RICE This healthy Instant Pot chicken and brown rice is a creamy and delicious comfort food favorite. This recipe is the result of years of tweaking. Made with real food ingredients, you don't need to worry about those canned, creamed soups full of the icky stuff. TRAVEL THEMED HOME OFFICE Within our home, there is one room that represents a bit of a departure in style from the rest of the house. Our travel themed home office is just a bit different than the farmhouse decor that defines my typical home decor style. COTTON CANDY MARGARITAS Instructions. Combine all liquid ingredients in a mason jar and shake vigorously. Fill serving glasses 3/4 of the way with cotton candy. Pour mixture over cotton candy until glass is half full (because we're optimists around here). Add ice. Stir to combine. Cheers! ONE-PAN SAUSAGE, POTATOES AND BROCCOLI WITH GRAVY AND Reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for ten minutes. Remove cover and and stir to mix the broccoli into the potatoes and sausage. Sprinkle grated white cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover and continue to cook until cheese is melted and bubbly. Season with salt, pepper and red chili flakes to taste. Serve immediately. POTATO SAUSAGE AND ASPARAGUS SHEET PAN Return pan to the oven and roast for another fifteen minutes. While the potatoes and sausage are roasting, prepare your asparagus by snapping off the ends and washing well. Cut on a diagonal into spears that are about 1.5-2" long. Remove pan from the oven and add asparagus and whole grain mustard. Toss with the potatoes and asparagus to coat. FREE PRINTABLE SPICE JAR LABELS A beautiful, functional and organized spice rack is one of life’s small pleasures, right? When I open the cabinet doors to my spice rack and find a place for everything and everything in its place, my heart gets a little pittery pattery. 5 THINGS I WANT MY FRESHMAN DAUGHTER TO REMEMBER Humbly serving others will make you feel richly blessed. 3. Be who you are . There is a time and a place for uniformity, but high school isn’t that place. Don’t ever compromise your values–what you know to be true–in order to more closely resemble the populace; the populace is overrated. Dr. 10 REASONS TO BE THANKFUL YOU DON'T LIVE IN ARIZONA You don’t spend 1/3 of your yearly salary on sunscreen. You can get cold water from your faucet, summer or not. You don’t have to bury roadkill, for fear that it could inject its deadly poison into your veins even after having been decapitated. Your native vegetation is only dangerous if it’s ingested, as opposed to ours. EASY VACATION RENTAL MEAL IDEAS These easy vacation rental meal ideas are quick, delicious and simple to put together, even in the most basically stocked kitchens. Though these recipes are quite family-friendly as written, they’re also very versatile so that you can substitute or omit ingredients that don’t suit the tastes of your kids or picky eaters in your family. OPEN LETTER TO MY DAUGHTER, THE MOTHER-TO-BE Call me whenever. Call me when she won’t stop crying–or when you can’t. Call me when she first smiles on purpose. Call me when it hits: the awe of being somebody’s mom. Call me because you matter to me and she matters to me and even if I’m busy when the HEALTHY INSTANT POT CHICKEN AND BROWN RICE This healthy Instant Pot chicken and brown rice is a creamy and delicious comfort food favorite. This recipe is the result of years of tweaking. Made with real food ingredients, you don't need to worry about those canned, creamed soups full of the icky stuff. TRAVEL THEMED HOME OFFICE Within our home, there is one room that represents a bit of a departure in style from the rest of the house. Our travel themed home office is just a bit different than the farmhouse decor that defines my typical home decor style. COTTON CANDY MARGARITAS Instructions. Combine all liquid ingredients in a mason jar and shake vigorously. Fill serving glasses 3/4 of the way with cotton candy. Pour mixture over cotton candy until glass is half full (because we're optimists around here). Add ice. Stir to combine. Cheers! ONE-PAN SAUSAGE, POTATOES AND BROCCOLI WITH GRAVY AND Reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for ten minutes. Remove cover and and stir to mix the broccoli into the potatoes and sausage. Sprinkle grated white cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover and continue to cook until cheese is melted and bubbly. Season with salt, pepper and red chili flakes to taste. Serve immediately. POTATO SAUSAGE AND ASPARAGUS SHEET PAN Return pan to the oven and roast for another fifteen minutes. While the potatoes and sausage are roasting, prepare your asparagus by snapping off the ends and washing well. Cut on a diagonal into spears that are about 1.5-2" long. Remove pan from the oven and add asparagus and whole grain mustard. Toss with the potatoes and asparagus to coat. FREE PRINTABLE SPICE JAR LABELS A beautiful, functional and organized spice rack is one of life’s small pleasures, right? When I open the cabinet doors to my spice rack and find a place for everything and everything in its place, my heart gets a little pittery pattery. 5 THINGS I WANT MY FRESHMAN DAUGHTER TO REMEMBER Humbly serving others will make you feel richly blessed. 3. Be who you are . There is a time and a place for uniformity, but high school isn’t that place. Don’t ever compromise your values–what you know to be true–in order to more closely resemble the populace; the populace is overrated. Dr. 10 REASONS TO BE THANKFUL YOU DON'T LIVE IN ARIZONA You don’t spend 1/3 of your yearly salary on sunscreen. You can get cold water from your faucet, summer or not. You don’t have to bury roadkill, for fear that it could inject its deadly poison into your veins even after having been decapitated. Your native vegetation is only dangerous if it’s ingested, as opposed to ours.CAN YOU SPOT IT?
It’s the teeth. The photo in the blue shirt was taken over the summer. The top photo in the green shirt was taken on Monday morning–roughly 18 hours after a certain someone slipped on the concrete floor and broke his two front teeth. His two front permanent teeth, mind you. Sigh. COTTON CANDY MARGARITAS. ONE-PAN SAUSAGE, POTATOES AND BROCCOLI WITH GRAVY AND Reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for ten minutes. Remove cover and and stir to mix the broccoli into the potatoes and sausage. Sprinkle grated white cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover and continue to cook until cheese is melted and bubbly. Season with salt, pepper and red chili flakes to taste. Serve immediately. HOW TO CREATE A STAGING BINDER TO HELP SELL YOUR HOUSE Next time, I think I’ll share a couple of the staged vignettes we’ve put together. For those of you who’d like to create a staging binder like mine for your own home, simply download the following cover page and section title pages and then print them. Printable cover page for home staging binder. Printable utility section title page for POTATO SAUSAGE AND ASPARAGUS SHEET PAN Return pan to the oven and roast for another fifteen minutes. While the potatoes and sausage are roasting, prepare your asparagus by snapping off the ends and washing well. Cut on a diagonal into spears that are about 1.5-2" long. Remove pan from the oven and add asparagus and whole grain mustard. Toss with the potatoes and asparagus to coat. WHERE TO FIND THE BEST SHAVE ICE IN KAUAI Uncle’s Shave Ice – 2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka St, Koloa. In all fairness, we didn’t try the shave ice at Uncle’s; we opted instead for their specialty, the shave snow. Apparently, the ice blocks are made with dairy and syrup as opposed to just water. Supposedly, it results in a light and airy treat. WHAT TO WEAR TO EACH OF THE DISNEY PARKS Those might differ slightly from person to person but for me, my necessities include: rain poncho, chapstick, sunscreen, ID and maybe a bottle of water. Many years ago (probably at least ten years by now) I invested in a high-quality Baggalini bag and to this day, it’s my go-to bag for Disney trips. 10 REASONS TO BE THANKFUL YOU DON'T LIVE IN ARIZONA You don’t spend 1/3 of your yearly salary on sunscreen. You can get cold water from your faucet, summer or not. You don’t have to bury roadkill, for fear that it could inject its deadly poison into your veins even after having been decapitated. Your native vegetation is only dangerous if it’s ingested, as opposed to ours. 40TH BIRTHDAY SURVIVAL KIT Snickers. Extra! gum. PayDay. Rolo’s. SweetTarts. Skittles. Airplane bottles of Jose Cuervo, Skyy Vodka and Captain Morgan’s Rum. Once everything was gathered, I arranged the candy and booze in the basket (quite artfully even if I do say so myself). To pull off the survival kit theme, I needed to specify what each item should be used for. HOMEMADE WHOLE WHEAT CRANBERRY ORANGE SCONES You haven't tried scones until you've tried these homemade whole wheat cranberry orange scones. They bring perfect texture and amazing balance of flavors to the table. Made with fresh cranberries, they're just tart enough to tantalize your taste buds. This is one of the best breakfast treats to come out of my home kitchen. 5 THINGS I WANT MY FRESHMAN DAUGHTER TO REMEMBER Humbly serving others will make you feel richly blessed. 3. Be who you are . There is a time and a place for uniformity, but high school isn’t that place. Don’t ever compromise your values–what you know to be true–in order to more closely resemble the populace; the populace is overrated. Dr.SUCH THE SPOT
One Skillet Zucchini Corn Bacon Casserole is a cheesy and delicious one skillet recipe that works well as a side but is hearty enough to served as a main course.. Continue Reading EASY VACATION RENTAL MEAL IDEAS These easy vacation rental meal ideas are quick, delicious and simple to put together, even in the most basically stocked kitchens. Though these recipes are quite family-friendly as written, they’re also very versatile so that you can substitute or omit ingredients that don’t suit the tastes of your kids or picky eaters in your family. OPEN LETTER TO MY DAUGHTER, THE MOTHER-TO-BE This being the week leading up to Mother’s Day, I decided to spend it focusing on the mothers in my life. I only have one Continue reading "Open letter to my daughter, the mother-to-be"CAN YOU SPOT IT?
My sister had a large upside down “V” in her two front permanent teeth when she was about the same age and got hit in the mouth with a tennis racket when she walked up behind a neighbor kid who wasswinging it.
5 VIGNETTES EVERY PERFECTLY-STAGED HOUSE NEEDS House staging really can be simple. These tips on how to stage a house for sale guide you through the process with 5 easy vignettes that will not only boost your home's curb appeal but will also give you ideas for interior decor. From living rooms to back patios, these pictures will help you perfectly stage your house to sell. See what a difference a little staging can make! FREE PRINTABLE SPICE JAR LABELS A beautiful, functional and organized spice rack is one of life’s small pleasures, right? When I open the cabinet doors to my spice rack and find a place for everything and everything in its place, my heart gets a little pittery pattery. POTATO SAUSAGE AND ASPARAGUS SHEET PAN Instructions. Preheat oven to 400°. Spray a 9x13" baking pan with cooking spray. Scrub potatoes until skin is clean. Cut in half lengthwise. Place potatoes in the prepared pan and toss with olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. WHAT TO WEAR TO EACH OF THE DISNEY PARKS Having taken my fair share of vacations at Disney Parks (not to mention having served on The Disney Parks Moms Panel, I feel especially capable of offering sage advice on what to wear to each ofthe Disney parks.
HOW TO CREATE A STAGING BINDER TO HELP SELL YOUR HOUSE Let’s be honest: selling a home is a stressful undertaking. Even with a qualified agent on your side, there is hassle in having to keep the house pristine at all times, vacating your home for showings and hoping that an offer comes in. 10 REASONS TO BE THANKFUL YOU DON'T LIVE IN ARIZONA You are lucky instead not to live in New England instead!!! You don’t have to deal with frozen pipes which will break your water lines and spill water on a rainy freezing morning on your floor( I lived throught that.. fun).SUCH THE SPOT
One Skillet Zucchini Corn Bacon Casserole is a cheesy and delicious one skillet recipe that works well as a side but is hearty enough to served as a main course.. Continue Reading EASY VACATION RENTAL MEAL IDEAS These easy vacation rental meal ideas are quick, delicious and simple to put together, even in the most basically stocked kitchens. Though these recipes are quite family-friendly as written, they’re also very versatile so that you can substitute or omit ingredients that don’t suit the tastes of your kids or picky eaters in your family. OPEN LETTER TO MY DAUGHTER, THE MOTHER-TO-BE This being the week leading up to Mother’s Day, I decided to spend it focusing on the mothers in my life. I only have one Continue reading "Open letter to my daughter, the mother-to-be"CAN YOU SPOT IT?
My sister had a large upside down “V” in her two front permanent teeth when she was about the same age and got hit in the mouth with a tennis racket when she walked up behind a neighbor kid who wasswinging it.
5 VIGNETTES EVERY PERFECTLY-STAGED HOUSE NEEDS House staging really can be simple. These tips on how to stage a house for sale guide you through the process with 5 easy vignettes that will not only boost your home's curb appeal but will also give you ideas for interior decor. From living rooms to back patios, these pictures will help you perfectly stage your house to sell. See what a difference a little staging can make! FREE PRINTABLE SPICE JAR LABELS A beautiful, functional and organized spice rack is one of life’s small pleasures, right? When I open the cabinet doors to my spice rack and find a place for everything and everything in its place, my heart gets a little pittery pattery. POTATO SAUSAGE AND ASPARAGUS SHEET PAN Instructions. Preheat oven to 400°. Spray a 9x13" baking pan with cooking spray. Scrub potatoes until skin is clean. Cut in half lengthwise. Place potatoes in the prepared pan and toss with olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. WHAT TO WEAR TO EACH OF THE DISNEY PARKS Having taken my fair share of vacations at Disney Parks (not to mention having served on The Disney Parks Moms Panel, I feel especially capable of offering sage advice on what to wear to each ofthe Disney parks.
HOW TO CREATE A STAGING BINDER TO HELP SELL YOUR HOUSE Let’s be honest: selling a home is a stressful undertaking. Even with a qualified agent on your side, there is hassle in having to keep the house pristine at all times, vacating your home for showings and hoping that an offer comes in. 10 REASONS TO BE THANKFUL YOU DON'T LIVE IN ARIZONA You are lucky instead not to live in New England instead!!! You don’t have to deal with frozen pipes which will break your water lines and spill water on a rainy freezing morning on your floor( I lived throught that.. fun).CAN YOU SPOT IT?
My sister had a large upside down “V” in her two front permanent teeth when she was about the same age and got hit in the mouth with a tennis racket when she walked up behind a neighbor kid who wasswinging it.
POTATO SAUSAGE AND ASPARAGUS SHEET PAN Instructions. Preheat oven to 400°. Spray a 9x13" baking pan with cooking spray. Scrub potatoes until skin is clean. Cut in half lengthwise. Place potatoes in the prepared pan and toss with olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. 5 VIGNETTES EVERY PERFECTLY-STAGED HOUSE NEEDS House staging really can be simple. These tips on how to stage a house for sale guide you through the process with 5 easy vignettes that will not only boost your home's curb appeal but will also give you ideas for interior decor. From living rooms to back patios, these pictures will help you perfectly stage your house to sell. See what a difference a little staging can make! TRAVEL THEMED HOME OFFICE Within our home, there is one room that represents a bit of a departure in style from the rest of the house. Our travel themed home office is just a bit different than the farmhouse decor that defines my typical home decor style. GREEN AND GOLD CHRISTMAS DECOR My approach to Christmas decorating this year demonstrates a major departure from the last several years. In 2017 and 2018, I was all about the farmhouse Christmas decor.You’ll notice that I went with a look that is slightly more elegant and less rustic for 2019. 5 THINGS I WANT MY FRESHMAN DAUGHTER TO REMEMBER Without a firm grasp of who they are, teen girls can be easily influenced to become something they're not to please others. This timeless advice for teen girls is a good place to start in building a foundation of confidence and strength as they begin to shape theirideals.
40TH BIRTHDAY SURVIVAL KIT Over the weekend, our family attended a friend’s big 4 – 0 birthday celebration. Not wanting to show up empty-handed, I came up with the Continue reading "40th Birthday Survival Kit" BONFIRE BIRTHDAY PARTY IDEAS FOR FOOD, DECORATIONS AND FUN Last weekend we threw a bonfire birthday party in celebration of Kennedy’s 17th birthday. Of course, she wanted her own space to hang out with her friends and you all know me better than to think I would vacate the house for such an event. MY UNMARRIED DAUGHTER IS PREGNANT When I found out that my unmarried daughter is pregnant, I was overcome with disappoinment and sadness and despair. The hard truth left me feeling overwhelmed by emotion. WRITING SCRIPTURE ON SUPPORT BEAMS OF NEW Hi, friends! With the Thanksgiving holiday and a replenishing visit with my people under my belt, I’m trying to tiptoe back into normalcy this week, Continue reading "Writing Scripture on support beams of new construction" EASY VACATION RENTAL MEAL IDEAS These easy vacation rental meal ideas are quick, delicious and simple to put together, even in the most basically stocked kitchens. Though these recipes are quite family-friendly as written, they’re also very versatile so that you can substitute or omit ingredients that don’t suit the tastes of your kids or picky eaters in your family. OPEN LETTER TO MY DAUGHTER, THE MOTHER-TO-BE Call me whenever. Call me when she won’t stop crying–or when you can’t. Call me when she first smiles on purpose. Call me when it hits: the awe of being somebody’s mom. Call me because you matter to me and she matters to me and even if I’m busy when the TRAVEL THEMED HOME OFFICE Within our home, there is one room that represents a bit of a departure in style from the rest of the house. Our travel themed home office is just a bit different than the farmhouse decor that defines my typical home decor style. ONE-PAN SAUSAGE, POTATOES AND BROCCOLI WITH GRAVY AND Reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for ten minutes. Remove cover and and stir to mix the broccoli into the potatoes and sausage. Sprinkle grated white cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover and continue to cook until cheese is melted and bubbly. Season with salt, pepper and red chili flakes to taste. Serve immediately. FREE PRINTABLE SPICE JAR LABELS A beautiful, functional and organized spice rack is one of life’s small pleasures, right? When I open the cabinet doors to my spice rack and find a place for everything and everything in its place, my heart gets a little pittery pattery. HEALTHY INSTANT POT CHICKEN AND BROWN RICE This healthy Instant Pot chicken and brown rice is a creamy and delicious comfort food favorite. This recipe is the result of years of tweaking. Made with real food ingredients, you don't need to worry about those canned, creamed soups full of the icky stuff. POTATO SAUSAGE AND ASPARAGUS SHEET PAN Return pan to the oven and roast for another fifteen minutes. While the potatoes and sausage are roasting, prepare your asparagus by snapping off the ends and washing well. Cut on a diagonal into spears that are about 1.5-2" long. Remove pan from the oven and add asparagus and whole grain mustard. Toss with the potatoes and asparagus to coat. MOROCCAN CHICKEN SOUP Stir in bay leaves, cloves, cinnamon, turmeric, cayenne pepper and salt. Add carrots, garbanzo beans, tomatoes, olives and chicken stock into the pot. Place the Instant Pot lid on and lock it into place. Ensure that the valve is set to the "sealing" position. Using the electronic control panel, set the Instant Pot to the Soup functionwith a
5 THINGS I WANT MY FRESHMAN DAUGHTER TO REMEMBER Humbly serving others will make you feel richly blessed. 3. Be who you are . There is a time and a place for uniformity, but high school isn’t that place. Don’t ever compromise your values–what you know to be true–in order to more closely resemble the populace; the populace is overrated. Dr. 10 REASONS TO BE THANKFUL YOU DON'T LIVE IN ARIZONA You don’t spend 1/3 of your yearly salary on sunscreen. You can get cold water from your faucet, summer or not. You don’t have to bury roadkill, for fear that it could inject its deadly poison into your veins even after having been decapitated. Your native vegetation is only dangerous if it’s ingested, as opposed to ours. EASY VACATION RENTAL MEAL IDEAS These easy vacation rental meal ideas are quick, delicious and simple to put together, even in the most basically stocked kitchens. Though these recipes are quite family-friendly as written, they’re also very versatile so that you can substitute or omit ingredients that don’t suit the tastes of your kids or picky eaters in your family. OPEN LETTER TO MY DAUGHTER, THE MOTHER-TO-BE Call me whenever. Call me when she won’t stop crying–or when you can’t. Call me when she first smiles on purpose. Call me when it hits: the awe of being somebody’s mom. Call me because you matter to me and she matters to me and even if I’m busy when the TRAVEL THEMED HOME OFFICE Within our home, there is one room that represents a bit of a departure in style from the rest of the house. Our travel themed home office is just a bit different than the farmhouse decor that defines my typical home decor style. ONE-PAN SAUSAGE, POTATOES AND BROCCOLI WITH GRAVY AND Reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for ten minutes. Remove cover and and stir to mix the broccoli into the potatoes and sausage. Sprinkle grated white cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover and continue to cook until cheese is melted and bubbly. Season with salt, pepper and red chili flakes to taste. Serve immediately. FREE PRINTABLE SPICE JAR LABELS A beautiful, functional and organized spice rack is one of life’s small pleasures, right? When I open the cabinet doors to my spice rack and find a place for everything and everything in its place, my heart gets a little pittery pattery. HEALTHY INSTANT POT CHICKEN AND BROWN RICE This healthy Instant Pot chicken and brown rice is a creamy and delicious comfort food favorite. This recipe is the result of years of tweaking. Made with real food ingredients, you don't need to worry about those canned, creamed soups full of the icky stuff. POTATO SAUSAGE AND ASPARAGUS SHEET PAN Return pan to the oven and roast for another fifteen minutes. While the potatoes and sausage are roasting, prepare your asparagus by snapping off the ends and washing well. Cut on a diagonal into spears that are about 1.5-2" long. Remove pan from the oven and add asparagus and whole grain mustard. Toss with the potatoes and asparagus to coat. MOROCCAN CHICKEN SOUP Stir in bay leaves, cloves, cinnamon, turmeric, cayenne pepper and salt. Add carrots, garbanzo beans, tomatoes, olives and chicken stock into the pot. Place the Instant Pot lid on and lock it into place. Ensure that the valve is set to the "sealing" position. Using the electronic control panel, set the Instant Pot to the Soup functionwith a
5 THINGS I WANT MY FRESHMAN DAUGHTER TO REMEMBER Humbly serving others will make you feel richly blessed. 3. Be who you are . There is a time and a place for uniformity, but high school isn’t that place. Don’t ever compromise your values–what you know to be true–in order to more closely resemble the populace; the populace is overrated. Dr. 10 REASONS TO BE THANKFUL YOU DON'T LIVE IN ARIZONA You don’t spend 1/3 of your yearly salary on sunscreen. You can get cold water from your faucet, summer or not. You don’t have to bury roadkill, for fear that it could inject its deadly poison into your veins even after having been decapitated. Your native vegetation is only dangerous if it’s ingested, as opposed to ours.SUCH THE SPOT
FLUFFERNUTTER FUDGE ICE CREAM. This homemade Fluffernutter Fudge Ice Cream recipe combines a toasted marshmallow custard-based ice cream with a creamy peanut butter ripple and shavings of dark chocolate. It’s a match made in heaven.CAN YOU SPOT IT?
It’s the teeth. The photo in the blue shirt was taken over the summer. The top photo in the green shirt was taken on Monday morning–roughly 18 hours after a certain someone slipped on the concrete floor and broke his two front teeth. His two front permanent teeth, mind you. Sigh. COTTON CANDY MARGARITAS. ONE-PAN SAUSAGE, POTATOES AND BROCCOLI WITH GRAVY AND Reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for ten minutes. Remove cover and and stir to mix the broccoli into the potatoes and sausage. Sprinkle grated white cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover and continue to cook until cheese is melted and bubbly. Season with salt, pepper and red chili flakes to taste. Serve immediately. POTATO SAUSAGE AND ASPARAGUS SHEET PAN Return pan to the oven and roast for another fifteen minutes. While the potatoes and sausage are roasting, prepare your asparagus by snapping off the ends and washing well. Cut on a diagonal into spears that are about 1.5-2" long. Remove pan from the oven and add asparagus and whole grain mustard. Toss with the potatoes and asparagus to coat. 5 THINGS I WANT MY FRESHMAN DAUGHTER TO REMEMBER Humbly serving others will make you feel richly blessed. 3. Be who you are . There is a time and a place for uniformity, but high school isn’t that place. Don’t ever compromise your values–what you know to be true–in order to more closely resemble the populace; the populace is overrated. Dr. HOW TO CREATE A STAGING BINDER TO HELP SELL YOUR HOUSE Next time, I think I’ll share a couple of the staged vignettes we’ve put together. For those of you who’d like to create a staging binder like mine for your own home, simply download the following cover page and section title pages and then print them. Printable cover page for home staging binder. Printable utility section title page forTURKEY STIR FRY
This healthy beef and broccoli alternative takes the Asian flavors from a takeout favorite and transforms them into a quick, easy and healthy dinner, perfect for busy weeknights. Served over brown Basmati rice, this lighter version of the Chinese stir fry favorite is a delicious takeout fakeout that will leave your junk food craving satisfied without any of the guilt. GREEN AND GOLD CHRISTMAS DECOR The soaring ceilings can make this space feel intimidating. By carrying my green and gold Christmas decor theme into this large room, I pull everything together and create fluidity in my design. One of my favorite pretty elements in this room is the garland. You might be surprised at how you can spruce up an inexpensive garland and make itlook
10 BEST COCKTAILS AT DISNEY WORLD 10 Best Cocktails at Disney World. 10. Jay’Gail Sangria – Raglan Road – $9.50. Even the Irish can appreciate a good sangria, apparently. Theirs is made with Magners Cider and Peach Schnapps, along with some Fruit Liqueurs and squeezes just for kicks. While I found this beverage to be refreshing and bubbly, it wasn’t terriblystrong.
HOMEMADE WHOLE WHEAT CRANBERRY ORANGE SCONES You haven't tried scones until you've tried these homemade whole wheat cranberry orange scones. They bring perfect texture and amazing balance of flavors to the table. Made with fresh cranberries, they're just tart enough to tantalize your taste buds. This is one of the best breakfast treats to come out of my home kitchen.SUCH THE SPOT
FLUFFERNUTTER FUDGE ICE CREAM. This homemade Fluffernutter Fudge Ice Cream recipe combines a toasted marshmallow custard-based ice cream with a creamy peanut butter ripple and shavings of dark chocolate. It’s a match made in heaven. EASY VACATION RENTAL MEAL IDEAS These easy vacation rental meal ideas are quick, delicious and simple to put together, even in the most basically stocked kitchens. Though these recipes are quite family-friendly as written, they’re also very versatile so that you can substitute or omit ingredients that don’t suit the tastes of your kids or picky eaters in your family. OPEN LETTER TO MY DAUGHTER, THE MOTHER-TO-BE Call me whenever. Call me when she won’t stop crying–or when you can’t. Call me when she first smiles on purpose. Call me when it hits: the awe of being somebody’s mom. Call me because you matter to me and she matters to me and even if I’m busy when the COTTON CANDY MARGARITAS Instructions. Combine all liquid ingredients in a mason jar and shake vigorously. Fill serving glasses 3/4 of the way with cotton candy. Pour mixture over cotton candy until glass is half full (because we're optimists around here). Add ice. Stir to combine. Cheers! WHAT TO WEAR TO EACH OF THE DISNEY PARKS Those might differ slightly from person to person but for me, my necessities include: rain poncho, chapstick, sunscreen, ID and maybe a bottle of water. Many years ago (probably at least ten years by now) I invested in a high-quality Baggalini bag and to this day, it’s my go-to bag for Disney trips. HEALTHY INSTANT POT CHICKEN AND BROWN RICE This healthy Instant Pot chicken and brown rice is a creamy and delicious comfort food favorite. This recipe is the result of years of tweaking. Made with real food ingredients, you don't need to worry about those canned, creamed soups full of the icky stuff. WRITING SCRIPTURE ON SUPPORT BEAMS OF NEW Pantry support beam Scripture. The master bedroom is another place where we’ll do a lot of praying. For that room, we chose two verses and wrote them above the spot where our bed will be. Master bedroom support beam Scripture. The second one includes a drawn replica of the tattoo Jeff has beneath his wedding ring. FREE PRINTABLE SPICE JAR LABELS A beautiful, functional and organized spice rack is one of life’s small pleasures, right? When I open the cabinet doors to my spice rack and find a place for everything and everything in its place, my heart gets a little pittery pattery. 5 THINGS I WANT MY FRESHMAN DAUGHTER TO REMEMBER Humbly serving others will make you feel richly blessed. 3. Be who you are . There is a time and a place for uniformity, but high school isn’t that place. Don’t ever compromise your values–what you know to be true–in order to more closely resemble the populace; the populace is overrated. Dr. 10 REASONS TO BE THANKFUL YOU DON'T LIVE IN ARIZONA You don’t spend 1/3 of your yearly salary on sunscreen. You can get cold water from your faucet, summer or not. You don’t have to bury roadkill, for fear that it could inject its deadly poison into your veins even after having been decapitated. Your native vegetation is only dangerous if it’s ingested, as opposed to ours.SUCH THE SPOT
FLUFFERNUTTER FUDGE ICE CREAM. This homemade Fluffernutter Fudge Ice Cream recipe combines a toasted marshmallow custard-based ice cream with a creamy peanut butter ripple and shavings of dark chocolate. It’s a match made in heaven. EASY VACATION RENTAL MEAL IDEAS These easy vacation rental meal ideas are quick, delicious and simple to put together, even in the most basically stocked kitchens. Though these recipes are quite family-friendly as written, they’re also very versatile so that you can substitute or omit ingredients that don’t suit the tastes of your kids or picky eaters in your family. OPEN LETTER TO MY DAUGHTER, THE MOTHER-TO-BE Call me whenever. Call me when she won’t stop crying–or when you can’t. Call me when she first smiles on purpose. Call me when it hits: the awe of being somebody’s mom. Call me because you matter to me and she matters to me and even if I’m busy when the COTTON CANDY MARGARITAS Instructions. Combine all liquid ingredients in a mason jar and shake vigorously. Fill serving glasses 3/4 of the way with cotton candy. Pour mixture over cotton candy until glass is half full (because we're optimists around here). Add ice. Stir to combine. Cheers! WHAT TO WEAR TO EACH OF THE DISNEY PARKS Those might differ slightly from person to person but for me, my necessities include: rain poncho, chapstick, sunscreen, ID and maybe a bottle of water. Many years ago (probably at least ten years by now) I invested in a high-quality Baggalini bag and to this day, it’s my go-to bag for Disney trips. HEALTHY INSTANT POT CHICKEN AND BROWN RICE This healthy Instant Pot chicken and brown rice is a creamy and delicious comfort food favorite. This recipe is the result of years of tweaking. Made with real food ingredients, you don't need to worry about those canned, creamed soups full of the icky stuff. WRITING SCRIPTURE ON SUPPORT BEAMS OF NEW Pantry support beam Scripture. The master bedroom is another place where we’ll do a lot of praying. For that room, we chose two verses and wrote them above the spot where our bed will be. Master bedroom support beam Scripture. The second one includes a drawn replica of the tattoo Jeff has beneath his wedding ring. FREE PRINTABLE SPICE JAR LABELS A beautiful, functional and organized spice rack is one of life’s small pleasures, right? When I open the cabinet doors to my spice rack and find a place for everything and everything in its place, my heart gets a little pittery pattery. 5 THINGS I WANT MY FRESHMAN DAUGHTER TO REMEMBER Humbly serving others will make you feel richly blessed. 3. Be who you are . There is a time and a place for uniformity, but high school isn’t that place. Don’t ever compromise your values–what you know to be true–in order to more closely resemble the populace; the populace is overrated. Dr. 10 REASONS TO BE THANKFUL YOU DON'T LIVE IN ARIZONA You don’t spend 1/3 of your yearly salary on sunscreen. You can get cold water from your faucet, summer or not. You don’t have to bury roadkill, for fear that it could inject its deadly poison into your veins even after having been decapitated. Your native vegetation is only dangerous if it’s ingested, as opposed to ours. TRAVEL THEMED HOME OFFICE Within our home, there is one room that represents a bit of a departure in style from the rest of the house. Our travel themed home office is just a bit different than the farmhouse decor that defines my typical home decor style. 5 VIGNETTES EVERY PERFECTLY-STAGED HOUSE NEEDS House staging really can be simple. These tips on how to stage a house for sale guide you through the process with 5 easy vignettes that will not only boost your home's curb appeal but will also give you ideas for interior decor. From living rooms to back patios, these pictures will help you perfectly stage your house to sell. See what a difference a little staging can make! EASY BROWN SUGAR COOKIE RECIPE This super easy brown sugar cookie recipe might just be a new family favorite. Move over chocolate chip because the crisp and crinkly exterior of these cookies gives way to a soft and chewy interior that melts in your mouth. Deep, nutty flavor takes this cookie to a whole new level. It's a quick and easy recipe that is perfect for bake sales, potlucks or a simple dessert at home. GIFT IDEAS FOR BOYS AGES 8-10 Melissa & Doug Deluxe Magic Set $30 – This is the perfect age to get the little guy in your life a magic set and Melissa & Doug have a great (solid wood) one at a great price point. It includes ten classic tricks which will keep young illusionists busy for a long time (I know this from experience). BEACHES TURKS AND CAICOS REVIEW Beaches Turks and Caicos Review. This, my friends, is an aerial view of the island of Providenciales, one of a string of Turks and Caicos Islands in the Caribbean. Beaches is located on the north side of Providenciales, alongside the pristine beaches of Grace Bay. So what exactly does it mean when Beaches declares itself an all inclusivefamily
MOROCCAN CHICKEN SOUP Stir in bay leaves, cloves, cinnamon, turmeric, cayenne pepper and salt. Add carrots, garbanzo beans, tomatoes, olives and chicken stock into the pot. Place the Instant Pot lid on and lock it into place. Ensure that the valve is set to the "sealing" position. Using the electronic control panel, set the Instant Pot to the Soup functionwith a
WHERE TO FIND THE BEST SHAVE ICE IN KAUAI Uncle’s Shave Ice – 2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka St, Koloa. In all fairness, we didn’t try the shave ice at Uncle’s; we opted instead for their specialty, the shave snow. Apparently, the ice blocks are made with dairy and syrup as opposed to just water. Supposedly, it results in a light and airy treat. MY UNMARRIED DAUGHTER IS PREGNANT MY UNMARRIED DAUGHTER IS PREGNANT. I’ll probably never forget where I was when I got the call. I have to tell you something, she said. She probably thought she was dropping an atomic bomb of unexpected news. What she didn’t yet understand was that, already, my intuition had stirred up a whirlpool of dread in the pit of my stomach. CHICKEN FLORENTINE SOUP Remove the chicken breast from the Crock-pot and, using two forks, shred the chicken. Return to Crock-Pot. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and whisk to combine. Allow the mixture to cook until light golden brown. Slowly whisk in the milk and continue to stir until it becomes thick and creamy. Stir in the wine. 10 BEST COCKTAILS AT DISNEY WORLD 10 Best Cocktails at Disney World. 10. Jay’Gail Sangria – Raglan Road – $9.50. Even the Irish can appreciate a good sangria, apparently. Theirs is made with Magners Cider and Peach Schnapps, along with some Fruit Liqueurs and squeezes just for kicks. While I found this beverage to be refreshing and bubbly, it wasn’t terriblystrong.
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FLUFFERNUTTER FUDGE ICE CREAM. This homemade Fluffernutter Fudge Ice Cream recipe combines a toasted marshmallow custard-based ice cream with a creamy peanut butter ripple and shavings of dark chocolate. It’s a match made in heaven. EASY VACATION RENTAL MEAL IDEAS These easy vacation rental meal ideas are quick, delicious and simple to put together, even in the most basically stocked kitchens. Though these recipes are quite family-friendly as written, they’re also very versatile so that you can substitute or omit ingredients that don’t suit the tastes of your kids or picky eaters in your family. OPEN LETTER TO MY DAUGHTER, THE MOTHER-TO-BE Call me whenever. Call me when she won’t stop crying–or when you can’t. Call me when she first smiles on purpose. Call me when it hits: the awe of being somebody’s mom. Call me because you matter to me and she matters to me and even if I’m busy when the COTTON CANDY MARGARITAS Instructions. Combine all liquid ingredients in a mason jar and shake vigorously. Fill serving glasses 3/4 of the way with cotton candy. Pour mixture over cotton candy until glass is half full (because we're optimists around here). Add ice. Stir to combine. Cheers! WHAT TO WEAR TO EACH OF THE DISNEY PARKS Those might differ slightly from person to person but for me, my necessities include: rain poncho, chapstick, sunscreen, ID and maybe a bottle of water. Many years ago (probably at least ten years by now) I invested in a high-quality Baggalini bag and to this day, it’s my go-to bag for Disney trips. HEALTHY INSTANT POT CHICKEN AND BROWN RICE This healthy Instant Pot chicken and brown rice is a creamy and delicious comfort food favorite. This recipe is the result of years of tweaking. Made with real food ingredients, you don't need to worry about those canned, creamed soups full of the icky stuff. WRITING SCRIPTURE ON SUPPORT BEAMS OF NEW Pantry support beam Scripture. The master bedroom is another place where we’ll do a lot of praying. For that room, we chose two verses and wrote them above the spot where our bed will be. Master bedroom support beam Scripture. The second one includes a drawn replica of the tattoo Jeff has beneath his wedding ring. FREE PRINTABLE SPICE JAR LABELS A beautiful, functional and organized spice rack is one of life’s small pleasures, right? When I open the cabinet doors to my spice rack and find a place for everything and everything in its place, my heart gets a little pittery pattery. 5 THINGS I WANT MY FRESHMAN DAUGHTER TO REMEMBER Humbly serving others will make you feel richly blessed. 3. Be who you are . There is a time and a place for uniformity, but high school isn’t that place. Don’t ever compromise your values–what you know to be true–in order to more closely resemble the populace; the populace is overrated. Dr. 10 REASONS TO BE THANKFUL YOU DON'T LIVE IN ARIZONA You don’t spend 1/3 of your yearly salary on sunscreen. You can get cold water from your faucet, summer or not. You don’t have to bury roadkill, for fear that it could inject its deadly poison into your veins even after having been decapitated. Your native vegetation is only dangerous if it’s ingested, as opposed to ours.SUCH THE SPOT
FLUFFERNUTTER FUDGE ICE CREAM. This homemade Fluffernutter Fudge Ice Cream recipe combines a toasted marshmallow custard-based ice cream with a creamy peanut butter ripple and shavings of dark chocolate. It’s a match made in heaven. EASY VACATION RENTAL MEAL IDEAS These easy vacation rental meal ideas are quick, delicious and simple to put together, even in the most basically stocked kitchens. Though these recipes are quite family-friendly as written, they’re also very versatile so that you can substitute or omit ingredients that don’t suit the tastes of your kids or picky eaters in your family. OPEN LETTER TO MY DAUGHTER, THE MOTHER-TO-BE Call me whenever. Call me when she won’t stop crying–or when you can’t. Call me when she first smiles on purpose. Call me when it hits: the awe of being somebody’s mom. Call me because you matter to me and she matters to me and even if I’m busy when the COTTON CANDY MARGARITAS Instructions. Combine all liquid ingredients in a mason jar and shake vigorously. Fill serving glasses 3/4 of the way with cotton candy. Pour mixture over cotton candy until glass is half full (because we're optimists around here). Add ice. Stir to combine. Cheers! WHAT TO WEAR TO EACH OF THE DISNEY PARKS Those might differ slightly from person to person but for me, my necessities include: rain poncho, chapstick, sunscreen, ID and maybe a bottle of water. Many years ago (probably at least ten years by now) I invested in a high-quality Baggalini bag and to this day, it’s my go-to bag for Disney trips. HEALTHY INSTANT POT CHICKEN AND BROWN RICE This healthy Instant Pot chicken and brown rice is a creamy and delicious comfort food favorite. This recipe is the result of years of tweaking. Made with real food ingredients, you don't need to worry about those canned, creamed soups full of the icky stuff. WRITING SCRIPTURE ON SUPPORT BEAMS OF NEW Pantry support beam Scripture. The master bedroom is another place where we’ll do a lot of praying. For that room, we chose two verses and wrote them above the spot where our bed will be. Master bedroom support beam Scripture. The second one includes a drawn replica of the tattoo Jeff has beneath his wedding ring. FREE PRINTABLE SPICE JAR LABELS A beautiful, functional and organized spice rack is one of life’s small pleasures, right? When I open the cabinet doors to my spice rack and find a place for everything and everything in its place, my heart gets a little pittery pattery. 5 THINGS I WANT MY FRESHMAN DAUGHTER TO REMEMBER Humbly serving others will make you feel richly blessed. 3. Be who you are . There is a time and a place for uniformity, but high school isn’t that place. Don’t ever compromise your values–what you know to be true–in order to more closely resemble the populace; the populace is overrated. Dr. 10 REASONS TO BE THANKFUL YOU DON'T LIVE IN ARIZONA You don’t spend 1/3 of your yearly salary on sunscreen. You can get cold water from your faucet, summer or not. You don’t have to bury roadkill, for fear that it could inject its deadly poison into your veins even after having been decapitated. Your native vegetation is only dangerous if it’s ingested, as opposed to ours. TRAVEL THEMED HOME OFFICE Within our home, there is one room that represents a bit of a departure in style from the rest of the house. Our travel themed home office is just a bit different than the farmhouse decor that defines my typical home decor style. 5 VIGNETTES EVERY PERFECTLY-STAGED HOUSE NEEDS House staging really can be simple. These tips on how to stage a house for sale guide you through the process with 5 easy vignettes that will not only boost your home's curb appeal but will also give you ideas for interior decor. From living rooms to back patios, these pictures will help you perfectly stage your house to sell. See what a difference a little staging can make! EASY BROWN SUGAR COOKIE RECIPE This super easy brown sugar cookie recipe might just be a new family favorite. Move over chocolate chip because the crisp and crinkly exterior of these cookies gives way to a soft and chewy interior that melts in your mouth. Deep, nutty flavor takes this cookie to a whole new level. It's a quick and easy recipe that is perfect for bake sales, potlucks or a simple dessert at home. GIFT IDEAS FOR BOYS AGES 8-10 Melissa & Doug Deluxe Magic Set $30 – This is the perfect age to get the little guy in your life a magic set and Melissa & Doug have a great (solid wood) one at a great price point. It includes ten classic tricks which will keep young illusionists busy for a long time (I know this from experience). BEACHES TURKS AND CAICOS REVIEW Beaches Turks and Caicos Review. This, my friends, is an aerial view of the island of Providenciales, one of a string of Turks and Caicos Islands in the Caribbean. Beaches is located on the north side of Providenciales, alongside the pristine beaches of Grace Bay. So what exactly does it mean when Beaches declares itself an all inclusivefamily
MOROCCAN CHICKEN SOUP Stir in bay leaves, cloves, cinnamon, turmeric, cayenne pepper and salt. Add carrots, garbanzo beans, tomatoes, olives and chicken stock into the pot. Place the Instant Pot lid on and lock it into place. Ensure that the valve is set to the "sealing" position. Using the electronic control panel, set the Instant Pot to the Soup functionwith a
WHERE TO FIND THE BEST SHAVE ICE IN KAUAI Uncle’s Shave Ice – 2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka St, Koloa. In all fairness, we didn’t try the shave ice at Uncle’s; we opted instead for their specialty, the shave snow. Apparently, the ice blocks are made with dairy and syrup as opposed to just water. Supposedly, it results in a light and airy treat. MY UNMARRIED DAUGHTER IS PREGNANT MY UNMARRIED DAUGHTER IS PREGNANT. I’ll probably never forget where I was when I got the call. I have to tell you something, she said. She probably thought she was dropping an atomic bomb of unexpected news. What she didn’t yet understand was that, already, my intuition had stirred up a whirlpool of dread in the pit of my stomach. CHICKEN FLORENTINE SOUP Remove the chicken breast from the Crock-pot and, using two forks, shred the chicken. Return to Crock-Pot. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and whisk to combine. Allow the mixture to cook until light golden brown. Slowly whisk in the milk and continue to stir until it becomes thick and creamy. Stir in the wine. 10 BEST COCKTAILS AT DISNEY WORLD 10 Best Cocktails at Disney World. 10. Jay’Gail Sangria – Raglan Road – $9.50. Even the Irish can appreciate a good sangria, apparently. Theirs is made with Magners Cider and Peach Schnapps, along with some Fruit Liqueurs and squeezes just for kicks. While I found this beverage to be refreshing and bubbly, it wasn’t terriblystrong.
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Posted on Jan 13
JANUARY FAVORITES
It’s about this time each year that I find myself needing to spruce things up a bit. January and February are tough months for me so anything I can do to bring a little cheer into these long, cold and dreary days helps to raise my spirits. Even if it’s just a matter of putting together pretty inspiration boards and sharing them online. This one fits my mood lately and — fun bonus! — lots of thesethings are on sale.
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Faux Cedar | Pot
| Wall Basket Collection| Wrap Bracelet
| Earrings
| Ruffled Sweater
| Sweater Dress
| Lamp Shade
| Lamp
| Abstract Art
| Buffalo Print
| Vase
| Print Pillow
| Teddy Bear Pillow
| Faux Fur Pillow
| Chandelier
| Decorative Tray
| Leather Stool
| Cowhide
| Booties
As you can see, I’m feeling a cognac-y kind of vibe lately. What iscatching your eye?
Posted on Dec 1Jan 10 GREEN AND GOLD CHRISTMAS DECOR My approach to Christmas decorating this year demonstrates a major departure from the last several years. In 2017 and 2018, I was all about the farmhouse Christmas decor. You’ll
notice that I went with a look that is slightly more elegant and less rustic for 2019. I opted to use a green and gold Christmas decor theme throughout all the spaces in my home and I absolutely love the way it turned out. Would you like to take a peek? We’re starting in theentryway.
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This is the first year since we moved into this house that I’ve hung garland from the staircase. You can be certain I will do that again next year. It adds both a splash of color and life to our entryway. The green velvet bows add just the right something opulent that I was hoping for. I also tucked small sprigs of eucalyptus into the bows forvariety.
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Posted on Nov 27Jan 10 FAVORITE THINGS: GIFT GUIDE FOR GRANDPARENTS I can’t speak for everyone, but I can tell you that my grandparents are some of the most difficult people to shop for. They seem to have everything. And though it’s been tough, over the years, I have been able to find some gifts that they’ve both appreciated. Today, I’m sharing a gift guide for grandparents that lists some things geared specifically for senior citizens. A little bit practical and very thoughtful, these gift ideas are sure to be a hit with the grandparents on your list. This post contains affiliate links for your shopping convenience.Continue Reading
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