We had some amazing spring weather the past week, 60-70 degrees and we were in heaven! Especially since we have had record breaking snow this year. It gave us major spring fever! There are 5 things we do every spring outside to kick-off spring and the season change. These are things you can do even if you don't have drastic season changes like we do in Utah. Spring is just a great time to give our yards a nice refresh! Here are the Top 5 things we do every spring, let me know if there is something you think I need to add to the list! Thank you Lowe's for sponsoring this post 1- Mulch ... Read More
2 Days in San Fransisco and Top Things to Do
We recently traveled to Northern California, near San Fransisco, for my daughter Ella's soccer tournament. We had never been to that area, and was excited to see a few popular tourist attractions. I can honestly say I thought the city was so charming. I would recommend visiting! I feel like we only scratched the surface of what we could see and do here! I'll share what we did and give tips so you can enjoy your time here too! And PLEASE comment what I missed, share your favorite things to do in San Fransisco. What to See and Do in San Fransisco- Pier 39- go see the sea lions, ... Read More
Easy Coconut Pineapple Cake Recipe
My mom has made this easy coconut pineapple cake for as long as I can remember. It is a family favorite. She taught Ella how to make it, and now she makes it on her own. REALLY awesome when your kids can start taking over things for you, and they enjoy it! My friend invited our family over for dinner Sunday so we offered to bring dessert and Ella offered to make this delicious cake. I shared it on social media and there were a lot of questions, so I decided it deserved a blog post! Download the PDF version of this Free Printable HERE ... Read More
Spring Finds and Daffodils
We spent part of last week in sunny San Fransisco California, and we came home to a bunch of snow! Record breaking snow in Utah this year. Since we are craving Spring, and it is Easter week, I put together some fun Spring finds! I also refreshed our dining table inspired by Daffodils I found at Trader Joe's this week. More Spring Finds- ... Read More
Our Drink Room Updates and If We Would Change Anything
Remember when I shared this room right after we moved in? I wasn't sure what we were going to call this room, and I wasn't sure exactly how we would use it. I knew we would use it for drinks, since we have the ice maker and sink, but I thought I might use it for plant care because of the utility sink in here. After a year and a half living with it, we use this room as our Drink Room. Basically, where we fill our cups with the best pebble ice, purified water, supplements, or to grab a sparkling water from the fridge, and make a warm drink. Ready for a tour? I will also share a few things I ... Read More
New Swivel Chair from Drew Barrymore
Swivel chairs are really the best chairs for a gathering space, large or small. We had a swivel chair in our small cape, it allowed us to get the most out of our small family room, which doubled as a guest room. When I heard Drew Barrymore was releasing a new swivel chair, in a boucle fabric, I had to test it out! I have a couple areas in our home where I thought it could go, the first spot I tried was in our family room. ... Read More
Easter Basket Ideas 2023
I was just thinking I need to get my kids Easter Baskets put together, I figured some of you might be in the same boat. I had Ella help me put these together, and Finn approved a lot of the kids Easter Basket ideas, so I am set! A swimsuit, goggles, sandals, some sort of toy to play outside always makes it into our kids Easter Baskets. What about you? Hope this helps you! Easter Basket Gift Ideas Kids- Easter Basket Gift Ideas Pre-Teens and Teens- Really looking forward to Easter! ... Read More
Primary Bedroom Makeover- Iron King Bed and Lattice Trim Wall
We recently did a bedroom makeover for my friend, Laila. We have shared their kids bedrooms and her office, thankful she lets us come in and take over rooms in her home to share ideas with you, and she works right along side me getting it done! Laila and her family moved into this home about a year ago, it was built in the 90's and has a great footprint, but it needed some updating and Laila's personality in it! Their bedroom is now my favorite room in their house, it feels so much bigger, brighter and still manages to feel cozy. Ready to see it? First take a look at my design ... Read More
New Ice Cream Maker and Easy Homemade Ice Cream Vanilla Recipe
We grew up enjoying homemade ice cream all summer. Myself and all my siblings would get excited when we saw my dad bring out the homemade ice cream maker. But, it was a slow torture because it would take all day to make! We had the kind of ice cream maker that you use actual ice and rock salt. Loud and messy. But wow, it tasted so good. I personally love homemade ice cream right out of the ice cream maker, runny like a milkshake, the kind that you could use a straw if you wanted. Today I am sharing our new ice cream maker, and our four ingredient ice cream recipe, that only takes 30 minutes. ... Read More
Repotting Houseplants Tips- Repotting my Ficus Triangularius
Spring is the best time to repot your houseplants! Really you can do it anytime of the year if your plant is outgrowing their current pot. But for best results, wait for growing season, the start of spring. Not only is it good to repot in the next size up, but it is good to refresh the soil. Most ALL my plants stay in the pot they come home in from the nursery, allowing them to get used to their new environment. Besides repotting in the spring, I only repot if I the plant isn't retaining water, or root bound (roots are taking over). Today I am repotting two of my Ficus Triangularius plants. ... Read More
