As I shared in an past post, I planned a cookie decorating party for Harper’s girl scout troop! Here is how it turned out! The girls had a great time! I found these cute invitations from Tiny Prints and I love them! You can find […]

in preparation for christmas, i took advantage of some black friday shopping! online, that is. I got these cute gifts from lilly for all my kiddos teachers. i think the gift wrap with the sunny keychain is a nice touch. i got these great gifts […]

Jackson turned eight in November and we wanted to celebrate. So, we planned Jackson’s magical 8th birthday party. We invited his classmates to lunch and a magic show. It was a fun afternoon! I found these adorable magic invitations at Minted. Jackson and Harper were […]

  This recipe for Spinach and Shallot Quiche is fun to make for a weekend brunch. You can use any vegetables that you like. My family loves spinach and I add in some extra sharp cheddar to make it that much more delicious. This would […]

I am typically a city or beach vacation kind of girl, but my husband loves the mountains, hiking, and rock climbing. when I brought up the idea of renting a cabin for Thanksgiving break, he was thrilled. So, we rented a pet-friendly cabin from Red […]

I had a lot of fun designing our home. In our living room, I went with classic pieces that we will love forever, all from Restoration Hardware. Dan also had a grandfather clock and drop leaf table to work with, so we also had to […]

Decorating cookies is a fun activity that can bring everyone together during the holidays! I think having a party to celebrate the season is a fantastic idea. When I began planning, I came across these Christmas Love invitations from Tiny Prints. I think they are […]

This Tomato Artichoke Bisque is amazing. I love the rich flavor it has! It is velvety and creamy and it is perfect for chilly fall lunches! The artichoke hearts make this soup flavorful and delicious. This recipe is sure to be on your shortlist! Serving […]

My husband’s favorite breakfast is french toast, and he knows what he likes. I have played around with different ways to make it and this is the winner! This recipe is fantastic! The clementine and vanilla create a great flavor and wonderful aroma. Baking this […]

Our kitchen is ever evolving. I have some great basics and a few splurges. I have my favorite tools and some places where I have saved. Having the essentials at hand make cooking and entertaining easier and more fun! For my essentials, I have some […]