Summer is well underway for most of the world, and for the rest of it, it’s right around the corner. But whilst everyone usually gets excited about the thought of summer, our homes might not. It’s so easy for the heat to cause problems, more so than people realize. But not only that, and problems seem to be amplified in the summer because it’s a time where you have so many things going on. Plans after plans are made to enjoy the summer, but instead, you’re dealing with problems around the home. … [Read more...] about Summer Heat Means Summer Problems
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Week 237 Sunday’s Best
Welcome to Week 237 of Sunday’s Best Linkup. This is our last week for our Beach Party theme. So, we’re looking for all things relating to the beach. This includes safety tips, travel destinations, activities for kids, road trip games, beach crafts, dining options and more. Blow the dust off those old posts and share them. Also, we’re looking for parenting, SEO, cocktails, DIY, makeovers and more are welcome. Additionally, we’ve added a new category, Mom Needs … [Read more...] about Week 237 Sunday’s Best
Week 236 Sunday’s Best Linkup
Welcome to Week 236 of Sunday’s Best Linkup. We are continuing to kick the sand off our feet and dive into the Beach Party theme. So, we’re looking for all things relating to the beach. This includes safety tips, travel destinations, activities for kids, road trip games, beach crafts, dining options and more. Blow the dust off those old posts and share them. Also, we’re looking for parenting, SEO, cocktails, DIY, makeovers and more are welcome. Additionally, we’ve … [Read more...] about Week 236 Sunday’s Best Linkup
Recipe: Soaked Watermelon Slice Popsicles
Nothing says 'summer' like watermelon and popsicles! Today we are combining the two to give you the ultimate grown-up treat! Ingredients: 3/4 cup tequila1/2 cup Sparkling Ice Strawberry Watermelon1/4 cup lime juice1 pound watermelon Directions: Stir together tequila, Sparkling Ice Strawberry Watermelon, and lime juice in a large bowlCut watermelon into wedges and soak in Sparkling Ice mixture for 15 minutesInsert popsicle sticks into wedges and then freeze on a rack-lined baking … [Read more...] about Recipe: Soaked Watermelon Slice Popsicles
Recipe: Strawberry Lemonade Jello Shots
Summer is here and fresh fruit abounds from the local farmer's market. BBQ parties in the backyard, movie nights with the kids camped out under the stars, hanging out with good friends and playing games. These are what memories are made of. For your next get-together with friends, whip up a batch of these Strawberry Lemonade Jello Shots, recipe courtesy of our friends at Sparkling Ice. Ingredients: 1/2 cup coconut rum1/2 cup vodka1 package strawberry jello1 cup Sparkling Ice … [Read more...] about Recipe: Strawberry Lemonade Jello Shots
Recipe: Pomegranate Margarita
Pomegranate ANYTHING is my favorite. Whether those delicious little red morsels are in a drink or food, I am THERE. If you are a pomegranate lover as well, you are going to love this margarita from our friends at Sparkling Ice. Ingredients: 2 oz. tequila2 oz. pomegranate juice1 oz. lime juice1 oz. simple syrupSparkling Ice Classic LemonadeVanilla flake salt rim, for garnishLime wedge, for garnish Directions: Rim glass with a lime and dip into saltFill glass with ice and set to … [Read more...] about Recipe: Pomegranate Margarita
Recipe: Bees Knees
This delicious berry drink is all you need to cool down on a hot summer day. Sparkling Ice Bees Knees Ingredients: Sparkling Ice Strawberry LemonadeTouch of raw honeydiced strawberriesdiced blueberriescut up kiwicut up limedash of Orgeat Syrup Directions: Crush fruit with iceAdd Sparkling Ice Strawberry Lemonade, honey, and OrgeatStir and add straw Connect with Sparkling Ice Website – Facebook – Twitter – Instagram – Pinterest … [Read more...] about Recipe: Bees Knees
Recipe: Sparkling Berry Whiskey
Sparkling Berry Whiskey Ingredients: 1/4 cup blackberriesjuice from 1 lemon1 sprig of thyme1 tbsp. simple syrup1 1/2 oz. whiskey1 bottle Sparkling Ice Lemon Limefrozen berry garnish (optional) Directions: Fill a lowball glass with crushed ice.Muddle blackberries in a cocktail shaker.Add ice, lemon juice, thyme sprig, simple syrup, whiskey, and shake.Pour over ice in glass and top with Sparkling Ice Lemon Lime.Garnish with frozen berries and serve. Connect with Sparkling … [Read more...] about Recipe: Sparkling Berry Whiskey
Recipe: Sparkling Pina Colada
We told you last year about Sparkling Ice's Mystery Flavor - and they have done it again this year with a new mystery flavor! Naturally, we have a delicious recipe to share with you that uses the new mystery flavor! Sparkling Pina Colada Ingredients: 2 bananas1 tsp. vanilla extract1 cup Coconut Rum1/3 cup White Rum1 bottle Sparkling Ice Mystery Flavor1 cup Almond Milk Directions: Place bananas, vanilla extract, and rums in a blender then blend for 30 seconds. Stop the blender … [Read more...] about Recipe: Sparkling Pina Colada
Recipe: Nosotros Blood + Sand Cocktail
No 4th of July party or backyard BBQ is complete without the perfect cocktail. Tequila is trending this summer, so we have a cocktail recipe made with Nosotros Tequila to share with you. Smoke on the Water Margini Extremely interesting, and lethal-looking is a 'margini' created by Garh Dokken of the Craft House in Dana Point, CA named Smoke on the Water. This festive, smoky cocktail features Nosotros Reposado, notes of luxardo cherries, vanilla, and blood orange topped with a charcoal … [Read more...] about Recipe: Nosotros Blood + Sand Cocktail
Week 233 Sunday’s Best Linkup
Welcome to Week 233 of Mother 2 Mother's Sunday's Best Linkup! We are continuing our Red, White, and Blue theme this week. So we’re looking for all things patriotic or red, white, and blue. This includes tablescapes, BBQ ideas, wreaths, activities for kids, crafts, outdoor spaces and decor, flower arrangements and more! So, blow the dust off those old posts and share them. Also, parenting, SEO, cocktails, DIY, makeovers and more are welcome too. Additionally, we’ve added a new … [Read more...] about Week 233 Sunday’s Best Linkup
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 drinks! … [Read more...] about Kick Off Your Summer with These Delicious Cocktails
