Last October we built a mini shed to hide our garbages and a privacy fence for our air conditioning units. One of you reminded me I never shared it! 9 months later, I am finally sharing how we strategically hid our garbages from our backyard and street view and also our air conditioning units from our pool views. I don't know about you, but there are some things I just don't want to see, if we can make it visually cohesive, then why not do it? And I can say 9 months later, we are happy with what we did! Ready to see it? Outdoor Garbage Can Area Before- Outdoor Garbage Can Area ... Read More
Father’s Day Gift Guide 2023
Father’s Day is less than two weeks away, so it’s time to get started on finding his perfect present. We've rounded up Kevin's, and some of our other favorite guys, most used and loved items to share with you! We think there's something for just about anybody! Father's Day Gift Guide 2023- Pickleball Paddles- Pickleball is for everyone, young to old! Give dad paddles and plan dates to go! You can find pickle ball courts at a lot of parks. Or grab dad a net so you can play in the driveway at home. Kevin's, and our family's, favorite at home sport.Pickleball Net- Set up your own ... Read More
Summer Oily Must-Have’s- DIY Bug Spray and More
It's officially summer and we are so excited for sunny days filled with adventure and also those lazy days by the pool. It's a season that requires a little more attention and preparation to keep ourselves safe. My girls have really been into checking the "UV index" to see when those rays are at their highest and lowest to plan for sunscreen. When I was their age I didn't even know what the days weather would bring! From our favorite sunscreens to the best and safest way to keep bugs away, and everything in between, we're sharing all the things that keep us happy during the summer. ... Read More
Family Room- New Bigger Rug and Chair Swap
Sometimes you get the room exactly right from the start, and other times it takes living in the space to realize how you really use it. For our family room it was the second one, it took about a year and a half to realize we could make a few changes to work better for our family. The first change was getting a larger rug and the second change was swapping the chairs to swivel chairs we already had. Those two changes made a big difference in how the room feels and functions. Ready to see our new and improved family room? Family Room Before- Family Room Before- Family Room New ... Read More
Our Garden and Favorite Outdoor Finds
The same time we remodeled our home we also worked on the landscaping, some of it was necessary after large trucks had been driving on most our yard, and some of it was just to maximize the space to how we like to use it. Our awesome landscapers built garden boxes for us and had a sprinkler system installed in the boxes. First time having someone make something like that for us, but it can be an pretty easy DIY. Our garden was really successful! Today I am sharing our garden area and a new potting station, with some favorite outdoor finds! Thank you Walmart for sponsoring this ... Read More
Feminine Bedroom Makeover with New Mattress for Grandma (Tuft & Needle Sale)
My darling grandma has lived in her condo with my grandpa for about 30 years, and my sweet grandpa passed away about 4 years ago. She has had a king bed in her bedroom for all that time, a king fit, but did take up a lot of space and she really didn't need a king bed anymore. We also knew grandma would love to have her space refreshed with a fresh coat of paint, new bedding and accessories. So we gave her a quick makeover, took us about a full day to accomplish it and she couldn't be happier!! Bedroom Before- Bedroom After- Our Mattresses- Tuft & Needle Sale- ... Read More
Sisters Primary Bedroom Makeover- Nature Inspired
My sister-in-law just had a new baby (the cutest baby!!!) and we thought it would be fun to give their bedroom a makeover. Parents need a sanctuary for optimal rest and relaxation, to then be able to pour into everyone else! Their primary bedroom was nice, but it was missing that cozy feeling, which can be harder to achieve with really tall vaulted ceilings. We painted their walls dark, added a light fixture, swapped their rug for a rug that complimented the new colors and added the softest bedding. Wait until you see the changes! Thank you The Company Store for sponsoring this ... Read More
Fruit Pizza Cookie Recipe- The Best Recipe!
We've been making Fruit Pizza as a dessert in our family as long as I can remember. I always brought a pizza size Fruit Pizza to our 4th of July BBQ every year. One year I even announced our first pregnancy (Ella!) on it. Written in fruit it read: Due Date 1-30-08. Now we make our Fruit Pizzas in a single serving cookie size, the FRUIT PIZZA COOKIE! It's a hit, usually a summer treat because the fruit is in season and tastes refreshing! Plus they’re a fun, festive dessert to feed a crowd with. We have finally perfected how we like our Fruit Pizza and are sharing the recipe with you! Perfect ... Read More
Outdoor Changes- Trees Removed, New Pool Slide and Plans for Stand Alone Gym
Thought I would do an updated blog post on changes in our yard from a new outdoor slide for our pool, hanging chairs, removal of trees, which snowballed to other projects! We had plans drawn up for a stand alone gym, and we built an outdoor kitchen (sharing that next week). Things are blooming in our yard and wanted to share! Pool Floats- More Backyard- Fun Backyard Sources- ... Read More
Teen Skin Care Favorites and Makeup
My girls love shopping for skincare products. I wish I knew all they know as a teen! They are honest with their reviews and are pretty picky with what they like. So, we've rounded up their favorites, for the best brands offering safe, non-toxic skincare and makeup products for teens. And sharing the one thing that you'll want to change if your teen is having skin issues! 1. Clean Skin 2. Tone- 3. Protect that pretty face- 4.Glow Daily Moisturizer- 5. If you really want clear skin- It starts in the gut. 6. Hormones- I will be sharing ... Read More
