Hi all- Anyone else eating pie for breakfast this weekend? As I recover from a my carb-induced coma, I found some great ideas to inspire you for your outdoor décor. I think outside décor is more bang for your buck (and effort) because it looks great through January. No inflatable yard art in this post! Share your [Read more…]
I am loving Trader Joe’s! I love it! Today I am sharing the Trader Joe Pumpkin Bars that take 2 minutes to prep and 2 minutes to devour! These cost just under $3.00 per box. I made these twice and the second time I made the pumpkin bars I used 1/2 the butter because the [Read more…]
I’m trying, really trying to stay out of the discount home stores like TJ Maxx and HomeGoods. But, there is some magnetic pull that sucks me in between errands or juggling carpools. So it must have been fate or that magnetic pull that lead me to these dish towels on the clearance endcap ! What [Read more…]
2 Minute Tuesday Hi everyone- On this week’s 2 Minute Tuesday I heard about this trick to take 2 minutes off the time it takes to blow your hair dry. I get so bored drying my hair- I alternate between doing squats, stretching out my jeans or giving myself a quick pedi! So here is [Read more…]
We are in puppy heaven right now with a 16 week old Bernese Mountain puppy, Chloe! Of course, during the crate and potty training we nicknamed her Cujo (1990’s movie reference.. or was it the 1980’s) and Crazy Eyes (from Orange is the New Black). But, look at this precious face during the day! We are [Read more…]
Hi there- I am joining in a Thanksgiving Décor blog hop hosted by Emily and Erin at Elizabeth Joan Designs. I start decorating for fall over Labor Day weekend, add a few witches and ghosts in October, and return to autumn. This is why pumpkins and the often overlooked, under valued gourd, are my go [Read more…]
This is one of the best ideas for a quick high protein breakfast in 2 minutes. I wish I could take credit for it, but I originally found it from Hungry Girl’s blog. The only suggestion I have is : MAKE SURE YOU SPRAY THE MUG WITH COOKING SPRAY. Or you will spend 10 minutes [Read more…]
Hi there- I love fall; the leaves, the cooler temps and the fact that I can start decorating in September and it lasts through November. Here are 2 quick mantels (well one is above a bookcase). See where I got the inspiration for this frame HERE. When I mentioned to my {first} husband I was [Read more…]
Never a good idea to mix wine with cooking. Let’s call it a general rule of thumb or in this case a general rule of a cork! With the boys {all of them} away for the weekend I wanted to make caramel apples for their return. And in full disclosure I did not drink 2 [Read more…]
My week started with a letter from the radiology group that manages mammogram records. My name, date of birth, address and insurance carrier may have been compromised. And, if that’s not enough the thief may be running around with my mammogram images? Seriously? That thief is going to be disappointed over those images! Cyber health record theft allows criminals to impersonate [Read more…]
Here is a simple DIY monogram template idea for cheap! My local printer is a great resource for convenience and value for my crafty side! I love monograms, but I am limited to an 8×10 on my printer. And, I can’t stay focused long enough to learn how to print 4 images to make one 16×20 [Read more…]
When I received an email by Barbara Esham asking if I would consider writing a book review for her series, “The Adventures of Everyday Geniuses.” Of course, I assumed it was spam mail. But a quick google search and email to Barbara confirmed the request was the real deal! After I emailed Barbara she included a link to her website www.mainstreamconnections.org. The website is filled [Read more…]
I thought this sign, “We are a nice normal family” was a great way to kick off the holiday season. How ironic I found it in Taos while on a family vacation with my siblings, in-laws and all the cousins! Happy Holidays!
We are in puppy heaven right now with a 16 week old Bernese Mountain puppy, Chloe! Of course, during the crate and potty training we nicknamed her Cujo (1990’s movie reference.. or was it the 1980’s) and Crazy Eyes (from Orange is the New Black). But, look at this precious face during the day! We are [Read more…]
