I’m not talking about my wardrobe…but my deck. After a wonderful weekend celebrating my Bestie’s big birthday (yes, the big one), I came home inspired by their zen-ful patio. It has a lovely pergola that is so heavily draped with … Continue reading
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As I was planning the celebratory brunch for E’s First Holy Communion, I asked him what sort of cake he wanted. His response surprised me…”chocolate cake with chocolate frosting, 3 layers”, without hesitation. For the record, I have never made … Continue reading
Pin ItLast year we hosted a July 4th weekend with some of our favorite friends…Amy (my go-to girl for any interior design questions) made this A-M-A-Z-I-N-G pasta salad. I thought I would share it with y’all, it just screams summertime! It … Continue reading
Pin ItI feel that I have neglected my little happy place, but I have been a busy girl…more so than usual. My friend Sandy and I decided we needed to join forces, so we created our new venture Social Fireflies…like butterflies, but … Continue reading
I stopped at a local produce stand for some of their beautiful strawberries…I had considered going to the farm to pick them myself, but decided on the lazy route. While there I spied two big, beautiful bunches of beets…I could … Continue reading
Sunday was a very lazy day around here…we laid around, watched movies, played a little Wii…got nothing constructive done. It was cool and rainy, perfect day for such laziness. Of course, a lazy day never means no cooking here. I … Continue reading
Pin ItThat is truly what it is like to clean in the presence of my children. It is amazing how quickly the four of them can demolish a relatively clean area. Now, I’m not saying that I am anywhere near a … Continue reading
So I happened across this recipe for ‘refrigerator oatmeal’ and could not wait to try this concoction. I loved the idea of waking up to chocolatey goodness that is ready AND guilt-free. I, of course, tweaked it…just a bit. Her recipe … Continue reading
Pin ItI am trying to choose my next project…I was thinking it would be something for Em’s room. I want to add some wall decor, the only thing hanging in there is the canvas collage I made from her birth announcement … Continue reading
This is our last day of Spring Break, so rather than toil over a post today, I am going to hang with my kiddos! Excuse the brief post :). Easter Dinner was a smashing success! I made some super yummy … Continue reading