Ever volunteer for something and then realize, with terror, that you have no idea what exactly you are doing? Recently, an email came from my daughter’s school asking for a volunteer to coordinate the Class Auction project. “Calling all crafty parents!”, I believe is what it said. Impulsively, I said, YES! That’s me, all the way. …
My genius brother had the best idea ever last week. He’s a frequent recipe tester and I was chatting with him about what to make next and he came up with Pickles! Genius! I love pickles and it sounded really fun to try. Game on. Of course, I’m not the most patient person on earth, …
***This post contains affiliate links. If you click one and make a purchase, I may receive a small commission at no cost to you!*** I love having painted nails, but, honestly, I don’t make time, nor do I really …
My fireplace looks like an angry, gaping hole in the middle of my otherwise bright and colorful family room. It’s been on my to do list, for oh, let’s call it 9 years. I have found a few options that look fairly painless, so I’m going to make a choice and get it done. I …
A lot happens between about 7:00AM and 8:30AM. Sometimes I feel like I’ve lived an entire day before it even reaches 9:00AM. One thing I do not make time for in those early hours of the day is making a hot breakfast. My kids get Eggos (which technically ARE hot) or those mini muffins that …
I am here today to admit freely to you that I get overwhelmed by seasonal decorating. Especially right now, this sort of pre-spring with a million little holidays to think about. A great way to add some St. Patrick’s Day/Easter/Spring decor to your home without spending a ton of money (or any, really if you …
I cracked the code, guys. My Nana (who came here from Ireland when she was 16, a story I wrote about here that you should totally read because my Nana was pretty amazing) always baked Irish Bread for special occasions and most definitely for St. Patrick’s Day. It’s something I grew up with and besides being …
***This post contains affiliate links. If you click one and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you!*** March isn’t too early to talk about Spring. That’s a fact. All you people on Pinterest and Instagram that were talking about Spring in February need to slow your …
I made chili this weekend and I had to share it with you. I’ve made chili a million times, but this one came out especially delicious. I may have to pause in the writing of this post to go heat some up. Hang on. Look at this Simple and Delicious Chili while I go get …
*** This post contains affiliate links. If you click one and make a purchase, I may receive a commission, at no cost to you!*** While I was reviewing pictures from my updated House Tour, I realized that the most boring wall in my entire house is the wall above my desk. My …