I love this time of year when we gather with family and friends! I have friends in the neighborhood that we try and get together for lunch every month. In December we do a little gift exchange also. Last year we went out to lunch, this year I told them I wanted to host. I'll show you my Christmas table setting, what we ate and the gifts we exchanged! Little Women is my favorite Christmas movie (the 2019 version), and my inspiration always for a table setting... Hosting Favorites- Dining Room Sources- ... Read More
Winter Porch 2024
My inspiration came for our front porch when I wanted to continue this years whimsical Christmas theme outside too! Lots of garland, ribbon and bows. This look will carry over nicely through the winter. A fun addition to the front of the house too... Winter Porch- ... Read More
Hot Chocolate Recipe and Favorite Hot Cocoa Maker (Milk Steamer)
My kids are BIG fans of hot chocolate! We like to make our hot chocolate from scratch rather than a packet, it just tastes better! We use milk when we make hot chocolate instead of water, and we think the easiest way to make hot chocolate is with a milk steamer (you can make this recipe on the stove in a pan). Our hot chocolate recipe can also be made in a crockpot or on the stove. I am sharing how my kids LOVE to make hot chocolate with chocolate chips! Also sharing our favorite milk steamer. By the way, do you call it hot chocolate or hot cocoa?? I feel like since we use actual chocolate ... Read More
Favorite Things + Gift Guide for Her 2024
A lot of these items I am sharing are top sold items of things I have shared because I personally have and love and then they have been most bought and loved by you! These are best sellers, sure to make anyone smile this season. Red Dress code GET15 Weighted Heating Pad - Probably my most used item. At the end of the day I just want to have my heating pad on! Like a nice hug for your shoulders. Design Hotel Book- A pretty book to have out and on display. I am slightly obsessed with nice hotels, so I love look through this. I bought one for my MIL, she likes decor and to travel. ... Read More
Christmas Holiday Home Tour 2024
Sharing our home for the holiday season! I love to decorate for Christmas and start end of October and just finished it all today, I often get asked why I start so early, because it takes awhile and I truly want to enjoy myself along the way. I plan on updating this post with a few more photos, I love having them here to share and mostly for our own family memories. Holiday Entry- Holiday Family Room- Kitchen- Lola's Bedroom- Ella's Bedroom- Finn's Bedroom- Basement Family Room- Sleepover ... Read More
Favorite Holiday Christmas Treats- Baking Day
I have my favorite go-to recipes around the holidays. Favorite recipes shared with me by family and friends. These sweet treats remind me of holiday seasons past and help me create memories with my family to carry into the future. Those memories become cherished traditions! If you don’t have holiday treats that are traditions in your home, I invite your to adopt ours. These foolproof dessert recipes will make you feel like a superstar in the kitchen and become great gifts for friends and neighbors too! Caramels- Sugar Cookies- Rocky Road Bars- Cinnamon ... Read More
Finn’s Christmas Bedroom 2024
My kids get so excited for this time of year to decorate their rooms and get ready for the Holiday season. They start asking me as soon as Thanksgiving is over to start, finally sharing it today! Finn was pretty determined to do it by himself this year too. I'll show you what we did and why he gets so excited! Finn’s Holiday Bedroom- Kids Christmas Bedroom- ... Read More
Easy Red Velvet Cupcakes And How To Get Fluffy Frosting
My sister is one of the greatest humans. Honestly. She has a servants heart. Kevin has been out of town in Abu Dhabi for two weeks, so I flew my sister and nephew out for a couple days to keep us company and help ME survive! She also does all of our hair so it’s a huge win when she comes out. Brittany makes dinner, loves on the kids and spends time with me. We watched A Star Is Born (bought it on Fandango) both of us loved it even though we wish it ended differently. Between all those things she also made cupcakes with my girls and Finn. She makes cupcakes every time she comes. We ask the kids ... Read More
12 Gift Ideas for Neighbors, Teachers, Friends
These gifts are perfect for a favorite things party, a gift exchange or just looking for something to give a friend. Love this to take as a hostess gift! All super thoughtful and a little something for everyone! Hoping to make your gift giving easy this year. Favorite Things Gifts Ideas- Teacher Printable- 1- Crock Pot with Dip 2- Drink Dispenser with Punch Recipe 3- Popcorn with Bowl and Christmas Movie List 4- Carmels and Jar 5- Puzzle and Treat 6- Breakfast 7- Watercolor Book 8- Fudge 9- Serving Board with ... Read More
Yummy and Easy Fudge Recipe
This fudge is always a hit! I love that it is easy to make. For me, fudge should be silky smooth with a rich taste and you definitely get that with this recipe. I decided it needed a blog post because I am always trying to hunt down the recipe every year. It is that good! ... Read More
