Go-To Entertaining Pieces

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 […]

Big Sales!

If you’re a shopper, you already know there are some big sales happening right now.  If you’re not a shopper, you might want a heads up on deals for restocking your essentials or considering a luxury item. As a reminder, I am not an affiliate and do not receive any commission.  I am recommending items […]

Setting a Fourth of July Table

Before it gets too late, I wanted to plan some of my Fourth of July supplies and dĂ©cor.  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 […]

Cute Home Walmart Finds

I have been finding the cutest Walmart home goods lately.  Here are a few things you might like and I few things I brought home with me. My Texas House I have shared a lot of My Texas House purchases over the years including my recent guest bedroom quilt.  It’s holding up great and still […]

Budget Patio Refresh

New patio furniture keeps calling my name. Especially this time of year when every possible second is spent outdoors. I shared on this post the beautiful Pottery Barn outdoor set that is so gorgeous.  And I also shared the cost.  Yikes. It was a tough call, but I made an executive decision and went for […]

Living with Less

Titling this post “Downsizing” or” Decluttering” doesn’t really describe how I’ve been spending my time lately.  But “Living with Less” does. Moving to a smaller house and downsizing would be great, but it’s just not in the cards right now.  Or in the foreseeable future. And my house doesn’t really need decluttering because I tidy […]

September 2023 Potpourri

I literally typed August and had to edit to September.  Because just like that [SNAP!] August is over and a new season is about to start.  With just a little bit of this and that on my mind, here’s my September 2023 Potpourri report! Have I told you lately how much I appreciate you and […]

Best Selling Affordable Workout Leggings

A sucker for social media influencer recommendations, I’ve tried out a few new items and am giving you my honest opinion on best-selling affordable workout leggings. None of these products are sponsored, nor am I affiliate.  Another note.  I seriously need to work on my photography skills or need a better camera.  The olive and […]

I Canceled Amazon Prime

My Amazon Prime membership came due on Christmas Day.  And.  Here’s what I did.  I canceled Amazon Prime. These are a few reasons why this membership no longer works for me. Increased Dues Membership dues increased to $130 a year.  Factored in with other memberships I’m paying, such as Costco, those fees are adding up […]

Walmart Bedding Honest Review (and a Couple Other Finds)

A warm, wintery look in my bedroom is always on tap after our long Arizona summers.  But since we don’t have that long of a winter season, I really don’t want to make a huge dollar investment and then feel saddled to expensive bedding for the next ten years. Bedding that will look nice all […]