This is a little-known fact, but my sisters and I are cowboys. Yep. Well, we are cowboys at heart. We don’t really look much like cowboys, but the fact is we were raised by a cowboy dad and we all kind of dig that vibe. Once in a while, that is. And when my sisters […]
Just in time for holiday kitchen time, I’m sharing some simple hacks for a calm, cozy and relaxed home. These hacks have helped me reduce waste, save time and have a less messy space in the kitchen. Or at least a mess that can be contained. Ummm, maybe that’s more accurate. 😊 And although I […]
Are you anything like me? I mean the part of me who is nowhere near ready for Christmas? The part who doesn’t want to hear any carols or see trees or buy stuff? I do have a bit of Grinch in me, but right now, I want to keep it slow and just enjoy autumn […]
Are you waiting with baited breath to hear how our family visit went? No? Okay, well you get to hear all about it anyway! But. I’ll present it in a how-to format so you can see what I did to make it as cozy and relaxed as possible in case you need motivation or inspiration […]
Inspired by a 50th Wedding Anniversary Whether you’re planning a milestone anniversary, a reunion, or a big holiday bash, here are tips for hosting a large party that feels personal and joyful. All inspired by a 50th wedding anniversary party. Recently, we attended Cindy and Kevin’s 50th wedding anniversary, and it was such a beautiful […]
A magical night of good friends, beautiful wine and delicious homemade soups! What could be better? Well, if I didn’t have to do any of the work would be better. But what would be worse? The worst would be that I wasn’t at the gathering! My friend Julie (who recently moved to Oregon) hosted her […]
I was blessed this week to entertain twice in my home. Catching up with friends before the crazy holidays are upon us was the goal. But hosting two back-to-back evenings can be stressful. These are my 5 Go-To Tips for Stress-Free Fall Gatherings. Tip #1 Simplify the Menu A simple menu ensures three things in […]
Whether a casual barbeque for neighbors, a girls’ happy hour or dinner with friends, there are several go-to entertaining pieces I find myself using time and time again. You’ve probably seen most of these tried and true pieces over the years (meaning I’m not sharing anything new!). As I was preparing for a small gathering […]
There is nothing more fun than constructing a charcuterie board for guests. And with upcoming patriotic holidays, entertainment might be on the horizon. This time I’m doing something a little different – using charcuterie cups for individual servings instead of a board. Cute disposable cups and picks come in a kit which I purchased from […]
If you’ve been on this journey with me for very long, you know there is nothing I love more than tea. Okay, you might also know there are some things I love as much as tea 😉. In fact, almost every time I post a baking recipe, there is a cup of tea along side. […]