It’s become a tradition in our home, like with so many families, to take a photo of our children on the first day of school each year. It’s such an important time and it’s fun to capture the excitement, nerves, and all the other emotions as kids start back to school. I’ve seen some really cute props […]
Lemon Basil Butter Recipe
Basil is one of my favorite fresh herbs. I love the aroma that a basil plant gives to an herb garden, the scent on my hands when I’ve picked some leaves for a recipe, and the flavor that it gives to anything I’m making. Basil is a great addition to sauces, salads, and so much more. […]
Delicious Homemade Mocha Frappe Recipe
I am a coffee drinker. It really doesn’t matter if it’s cold outside or 90 degrees and humid like it has been the last week, I have a pot of coffee on all the time. I got this from my mother. No matter what time of day it is, if you stop by her house, […]
St. Patrick’s Day Decor- DIY Pretty Paper Straw Vase
I’ve always been partial to St. Patrick’s Day. Maybe it is the wee bit of Irish in my blood or the fun fact that I was born on St. Patrick’s Day that makes this day one of my favorites. I love to decorate for all the holidays and St. Patrick’s Day is no exception. This […]
Lime Kolache Cookie Recipe For St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day is my favorite holiday. I’ve probably already mentioned that it is my birthday so it is extra special for me to celebrate. Growing up it was always fun because everyone I knew always loved to celebrate it with me too. As an adult, that really hasn’t changed. My kids and their friends […]
Marshmallow Popcorn Homemade Valentine Treats
Valentine’s Day is coming quickly. My big kids always sign up for bringing the “special treat” for class parties. I was thinking about what to make as the perfect treat when it came to me that marshmallow popcorn balls could be modified into a heart shape. They are sort of similar to rice krispie treats […]
New Year Memory Jar DIY Tutorial
Happy New Year! Today is a brand new page in a blank book. While many of us make resolutions for the new year about physical health, weight loss, and financial freedom, it’s important to make resolutions that are simple and easy to keep. One of our resolutions is to take time to recognize the little […]