The last project of the season is finally in the books! None of our latest projects have been very sexy, or all that big, but are things we have wanted to cross off our list. Adding sidewalk pavers to the side of our house is the last project before the heat really sets in and […]
Before it gets too late, I wanted to plan some of my Fourth of July supplies and décor. It’s good to know now what I need to purchase. What needs replacing and what I have that can be used for setting a festive Fourth of July table. And because it’s not always such al fresco […]
A recent Dollar Tree haul included some cute Fourth of July party supplies. Sometimes simple things make me so happy. You know when you see something at The Dollar Tree that might be popular or seasonal, you need to pick it up then and there. So maybe a bit early (since it is still June), […]
Grilled marinated tri tip is a treat in our household and although many cuts are sold packaged in a marinade, I prefer to make mine at home. Tri tip roast, or steak, as I think of it, is nothing I knew about before we moved to Reno. Apparently it is a cut popularized on the […]
At the height of my favorite season comes my favorite holiday. Whether you decide to celebrate big this year or keep it low-key, here some easy, festive and budget-friendly tips to enjoy the Fourth. Flowers Most people can go outside and gather a few fresh flowers, put them in a Mason jar with a ribbon […]
As very patriotic Americans, we all know the 4th of July is about hotdogs, potato chips, and fireworks, right? Really, is there anything else we would want to know? Any questions about why the rest of world wants to live here? Ok, let’s not get into that right now. I love reading history and visiting […]