The Only Stuffing Recipe You’ll Ever Need

Thanksgiving is just days away (!!) and that means it’s time for my absolute FAVORITE food: stuffing. Yes, I am a carb lover who always goes for seconds of the bread goodness over potatoes every single time. As much as I love stuffing I set out years ago to perfect a recipe that was so […]

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My Go-To Shop for Halloween Costumes

It’s no surprise to most that I love Halloween (and a good theme). The decorations, the scary(ish) movies, and of course dressing up for a night of fun. About 10 years ago I found 3 Wishes and it has continued to be my go-to for sexy, playful costumes. At the time I was hunting for […]

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5 Thanksgiving Recipes You Need to Try This Year

^^ The apps and dessert table from our Friendsgiving. ^^I always head to our local Dollar Tree when looking for inexpensive candles and vases to decorate our table. Our tables (we did a DIY stain) // Blankets ^^Chris did 2 different turkeys: one grilled and one he smoked…so good! Thanksgiving has always been a favorite […]

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DIY Oscar Party

^^How cute is George in his “dressy” clothes and high top Vans??!! ^^Even Sarge got “dressed up” in his black bandana! ^^My dress is an old find from Banana Republic but Forever21 has a super similar option! Little known fact about me: I love planning events and even worked as a Catering Manager once upon a […]

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Thankful

^^Oh man, what a sugar high for all the guests! ^^The cutest! ^^What a handsome boy!  He was such a great, mellow boy all day, even when the kids were all over him! I really can’t believe it’s already Thanksgiving week.  This year seems to have flown by at record speed, am I right???  This […]

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Must Have Pieces for the 4th of July

Ever since I was a kid I have LOVED the 4th of July.  There was always something so special and unique about the way we spent the day.  There were full days at the beach, BBQs complete with burgers, hot dogs, potato salad, watching fireworks in our driveway sitting in the back of my grandpa’s […]

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5 Easy & Inexpensive Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day

Happy Valentine’s Week!  Today I thought I would share a few fun and simple ways to celebrate the day without breaking the bank.  I swear, it feels like every commercial right now is a push to spend money on flowers, cards, candy, jewelry, dinner….I’m exhausted (and broke) just thinking about it!  We tend to keep […]

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Valentine Day Wish List

Confession: I forgot Valentine’s was next week until last night…someone should revoke my blogger/girl card.  In all honesty, Valentine’s has never been a big thing for me and falls right in between my birthday and Chris’s.  Typically we do dinner at home, good wine or champagne, he usually gets me flowers (which I love), last […]

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Merry Christmas

I adore Christmas and eagerly throw myself full force into the Holiday, year after year.  My grandma always made Christmas Eve and Christmas Day so special as we were growing up.  There were big meals in our formal dining room (complete with the good china), lots of baking, laughter, family, decorating the Christmas tree we […]

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Christmas Decor

Merry Christmas Eve, guys!  I hope you are all enjoying the Holiday with loved ones and plenty of good food.  I wanted to share a little of our Holiday decor and the season really got away from me.  Better late than never I suppose!  I hope you enjoy a little glimpse into our home for […]

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