This summer is showing itself to be a scorcher, at least here in the south with temperatures soaring into the high 90s and heat indexes reaching into the 105 degree or more range. The community pool has been packed for the past several days, but if you're a grown-up and you want to kick back and enjoy something cold and refreshing - this is exactly what the doctor ordered to … [Read more...] about Recipe: Citrus Freeze Cocktail and Citrus Cologne Splash
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Kick Off Your Summer with These Delicious Cocktails
Memorial Day weekend has always been the unofficial kickoff to the summer season here in the United States. Summer is a time for light and refreshing drinks, grilling over an open fire, and spending time with family and friends. These cocktails are perfect for any occasion this summer and we hope that you enjoy them! Enjoy the kickoff to your summer with these delish … [Read more...] about Kick Off Your Summer with These Delicious Cocktails
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo and the Kentucky Derby with Sparkling Ice Cocktails
Happy Cinco de Mayo! Originating in the 1860′s with Mexican-American communities in the American West, Southwest and Northwest, the American Cinco de Mayo began as a way to commemorate the cause of freedom and democracy during the first years of the American Civil War. Today, in the United States, Cinco de Mayo is observed annually on May 5 as a celebration of … [Read more...] about Celebrate Cinco de Mayo and the Kentucky Derby with Sparkling Ice Cocktails
4 Reasons You Should Give Up Alcohol For A Month
Now and then people will try and change something big in their life. They’ll attempt to quit or give up a bad habit, in the hope that it improves their life in some way. For many, the choice to give up alcohol is fairly appealing. It’s not a particularly hard thing to give up, and you will see so many amazing benefits. In fact, this article will show you some of the health and … [Read more...] about 4 Reasons You Should Give Up Alcohol For A Month
Valentine’s Day Cocktail Recipes
Valentine's Day is right around the corner and we're sharing some absolutely delectable cocktails that you can whip up at home to share with your significant other, your girlfriends, or serve at a Valentine's Day party for the kids (the non-alcoholic versions that is!). … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Cocktail Recipes
Mardi Gras Celebrations with Sparkling Ice
Richmond is hosting their Mardi Gras parade this Saturday, February 10th at 3PM and we've got some great treats for before and after the parade to share with you! https://www.lifeinahouse.net/celebrating-mardi-gras/ We are looking forward to trying out these recipes and we hope you will also! Let us know what you think of them if you try them out for Mardi … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras Celebrations with Sparkling Ice
Using Coffee As Part of Your Weekly Family Bonding
Most of us are so busy that we don’t have enough time to spend with our family. We need to complete urgent tasks, run the household and take care of our family. However, spending time together is still the best way to show that we care about each other. Make it a point to have dinner together so that you can be a part of your family’s daily conversations and answer … [Read more...] about Using Coffee As Part of Your Weekly Family Bonding
Ditch The Booze For Dry January
Feel like you overdid it a bit over the festive and new year period? Don’t worry, lots of people will be in the same boat as you and will be trying to knock their drinking on the head over the next few weeks. In fact, some people will try and go a bit further and give up alcohol for the whole of January. Over the past few years, Dry January has become increasingly popular as … [Read more...] about Ditch The Booze For Dry January
Ring in the New Year with Angry Orchard
This mom really gets happy twice a year - at the start of school in September and then again for New Year's Day. The start of school signals the end of chaos and heralds organization and schedules once again. New Year's heralds the chance to start fresh, to get my computer, blogging, and bookkeeping information organized, to renew my goals and plans, my dreams and desires for … [Read more...] about Ring in the New Year with Angry Orchard
