A Laid-Back Cowboy Dinner at Home

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 […]

January 2026 Potpourri

Welcome to the latest edition of my potpourri. Chatting about a little of this and that to start the month and the year. In no way was I on any sort of diet over the holidays. Not a food diet, a drink diet nor a debt diet. I know! Luckily, I am a woman of […]

Homemade Detox Pineapple Ginger Juice

Happy New Year!  Yes, it’s that time of year when everyone is on the healthy eating, gym attending, dry January bandwagon. And while that’s not my schtick, I did mention last week that I’m in the process of shedding a few pounds.  Oh, and exercise is a bit challenging these days for my old knees. […]

Starting a Diet with AI

Have you jumped on the AI bandwagon yet? I know it’s not everyone’s cup of tea, but it has been a useful and powerful tool for me lately. And now? I’m using it as a nutrition coach. Here’s how I got here and why. First of all, let me say hub and I have used […]

October 2025 Potpourri

This is my post where I chat about this and that. Not to be confused with my recent post DIY Autumn Potpourri. But you knew that! Holiday Prep Everywhere you shop it is apparent the holidays are in full force. Are you prepping for the holidays yet? We are so lucky in our neighborhood that […]

6 Go-To Tips for Stress-Free Fall Gatherings

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 […]

Three New Recipes for Fall Entertaining

Recent trips to a couple farmers’ markets and a chance to host game night motivated me to try three new recipes perfect for fall entertaining. And of course, if there are no guests in your home, you might still love to try these fresh, healthy and delish dishes to change up the menu! Fall Game […]

Tried and Tested: What Works, What Doesn’t, and What’s Next

This week I got pretty fed up with purchases we have recently made and that were not working for me. And then. Then there was one that was so awesome. I’m sharing it all today. Here’s what works, what doesn’t and what’s next! I’ll be asking your opinion on the what’s next, so stay tuned! […]