My kids and I road trip...a lot. In fact, I would go so far as to say my kids are super tough, road trip warriors. They have been taking cross country drives since they were babies (literally since they were just weeks old). We choose to drive rather than fly for multiple reasons. The first of which is we are a family of five and flying cross country becomes very expensive, very quickly. … [Read more...]
Fresh Food, Fast Service, Happy Family
April 9, 2014 24 Comments
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Pei Wei Asian Diner for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Each and every Saturday my son has hockey lessons...an hour and a half away from home. I always take a snack for my three kiddos to scarf down in the car, but by the time that my little guy finishes his lesson it is well after lunch time and the whole family is hungry and … [Read more...]
Pottery Barn Knockoff Rope Knot Lamp
April 9, 2014 82 Comments
Pottery Barn Knockoff Rope Knot Lamp Oh my goodness, I am so excited about this darn lamp! It is such a close replica to the Pottery Barn Rope Knot Lamp that I am astounded each and every time that I walk by it. But my DIY lamp cost me just $25, compared to the $245 PB version. Can you believe that? A savings of $220 just for some elbow grease?! Yes, please...sign this girl up! Wanna make … [Read more...]
Chocolate Strawberry Paleo Milkshake
April 7, 2014 7 Comments
Although we don't always manage to eat as healthfully as we would like to around my home, we try to sneak good things in when we are least expecting them. For instance, my favorite green smoothies and the oh so easy, go to, 3 ingredient crepes. Like this sweet and flavorful chocolate strawberry paleo milkshake, they are all packed with healthy goodness but taste like an indulgent … [Read more...]
Make a fun Easter Basket Using a Beach Towel and Pool Noodle
April 4, 2014 42 Comments
Why not think outside of the box...er, um...basket this year and create a unique Easter basket using only a beach towel and pool noodle? My kids are gearing up for another spring and summer in the pool and at the beach, and this is a perfect opportunity for me to sneak in some new essentials that I will be purchasing anyway and make the kiddos super excited about it. I can throw a new … [Read more...]
Flower Pot Dirt Cupcakes
April 2, 2014 4 Comments
Did you ever make dirt pies as a child? I loved to shape and pat the mud and drag bring my mother over to ooh and aah over my fantastic, one of a kind creation. She never seemed quite as excited at the prospect of eating it as I did though. Now that I am a mother, I understand that the thought of eating dirt is one that can turn your stomach, but there are ways around that. My kiddos were on … [Read more...]
$2 DIY Bird’s Nest
March 31, 2014 6 Comments
If you saw my Ringing in Spring Home Tour post on Friday, you may have noticed this sweet little bird's nest. It's pretty adorable and so super easy to make. And did I mention that it's cheep...I mean cheap (you knew I was going to do it, don't act surprised)? Yeah, like $2 cheap. All you need is a bowl and some moss, both of which I picked up at my local dollar store. I bought a couple of … [Read more...]
Ringing in Spring Home Tour
March 28, 2014 22 Comments
I'm so thrilled to be part of an exciting spring home tour with 14 other amazing bloggers. It has been unseasonably cold down here in the south, and I had been slowly adding bits and pieces of spring decor to my home, but this home tour served as my excuse to go full blown with pastels, fresh flowers and even a bird's nest. Come on in and take a look... Last weekend I scored big time with … [Read more...]
30 Minute From Start to Finish Homemade Pizza with Yeast Dough
March 26, 2014 2 Comments
So it's a little embarrassing to admit this, but sometimes I am straight up lazy. I mean the kind of lazy that finds me plopping my butt on the couch and catching up on my DVRed shows while inhaling some kind of unhealthy, yet oh so delicious, snack while the house remains dirty, the laundry unfolded and dinner not started. But before long the kids pop my do nothing bubble by reminding me gently … [Read more...]
Make a Statement…With a DIY Statement Necklace
March 24, 2014 3 Comments
For years I have been shy about wearing statement jewelry. I have hidden behind my dainty chains with small pendants, afraid that statement necklaces would only draw attention to my too shy self. But there has been a transformation within myself that has occurred over the last few years. I have come into my own, I feel so confident and happy in my own skin and I love who and where I am right … [Read more...]
Bacon Wrapped Pork with Mango Salsa
March 21, 2014 3 Comments
Bacon is a big thing in our house. My husband and kids are pretty crazy about it and would think that most foods would be amazing if only they were covered with bacon. We've even made chocolate bacon popcorn, but this was a new one even for us. We wrapped pork with bacon. Yep, you heard me right...pork on pork action. And the results were phenomenal! If you are a bacon fan, make sure to try … [Read more...]
Tips, Tricks and Tidbits for hosting a Fabulous Little Girl’s Tea Party
March 19, 2014 9 Comments
My oldest daughter, Grace, turned eight last month and she desperately wanted to have a tea party with her girlfriends. She was hoping that everything would be pink, girly and super fun for the celebration. She and I had a quick brainstorming / Pinterest searching session and decided that we wanted to have some yummy foods, make some fun crafts, have a couple of games with prizes and most … [Read more...]
