Thanksgiving is one of those large, family meals that strikes fear into the hearts of newlywed couples every year. Not only do you have your own family traditions, but now you are incorporating the family traditions of your in-laws as well. Not always an easy task to do! My nana taught me at a young age that setting a beautiful table is half the battle. If your table is … [Read more...] about Setting a Beautiful Thanksgiving Table
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Your Guide to Napsgiving and The Food Coma
I am the type of person who can sit down in a comfortable chair or sofa and be sound asleep within 20 minutes. That is just the way I'm wired I suppose, since I've been doing it since I was a pre-teen. Naturally, the absolute best time to pull the "mom's asleep in the chair again" trick is right after a meal, when the table needs to be cleared and dishes need to be done. I did … [Read more...] about Your Guide to Napsgiving and The Food Coma
Happy Thanksgiving 2015
A very happy and blessed Thanksgiving 2015 to each of you today! I am posting this early for those that will be traveling (please be safe - traffic is crazy out there!) and for those that won't be online tomorrow. I hope your homes are filled with the joyful smells of baking pies, roasting turkeys, simmering cinnamon and oranges and laughter and excitement bouncing from every … [Read more...] about Happy Thanksgiving 2015
Give a Wine of the Month Club Gift this Holiday Season
I personally love getting gift baskets or gift memberships for any holiday or occasion. There is just something about opening up a gift basket and diving in to find the treasures that await you inside! Our friends at Wine of the Month Club have some beautiful gift baskets available just in time for the holiday season or you can choose from one of their various gift memberships … [Read more...] about Give a Wine of the Month Club Gift this Holiday Season
Nature’s Sleep Holiday Sale
The holiday season is upon us and you know what that means. Family and friends will be coming to call! When I was growing up, we had family living all over the state and several family members who lived out-of-state. During the holidays, everyone would gather together at my Nana's house because she had plenty of room. I remember helping her get the farmhouse ready for the … [Read more...] about Nature’s Sleep Holiday Sale
DIY Hair Color Checklist Made Simple
The holiday season is just days away and you know what that means - holiday parties and gatherings, seasonal festivals and activities. You want to look your best for those holiday party photos and the snapshots on Santa's lap. So we've got a handy DIY check list here today to help you get the great color you deserve without any muss or fuss. Coloring your hair yourself can … [Read more...] about DIY Hair Color Checklist Made Simple
Thankful Thursdays: Week 1 – My Children
It goes without saying that once you become a mother, your entire world changes. Your perspective on life changes, your views on right and wrong change, your priorities change. There are times when you welcome those changes, basking in the glow of motherhood, thankful for the opportunity to raise caring, compassionate little people who will contribute to society. And then … [Read more...] about Thankful Thursdays: Week 1 – My Children
Decorating Your Home for Fall
I love suggesting products for decorating your home for fall, so I have put together just a few of my favorites along with where you can purchase them. Be sure to check out all the other great products available as well and let us know if you find a great deal too so we can feature it in our future posts! Mini Fall Garden Flag What says "welcome" more than a gorgeous … [Read more...] about Decorating Your Home for Fall
Mom’s Recipes – Shrimp Pecan and Bacon Cheese Ball
I am sharing my mother's infamous Shrimp and Pecan Cheese Ball with my readers today. Originally the recipe did not call for bacon, but since Dad loved his bacon so - Mom altered the recipe to put oodles of crispy bacon throughout the cheese ball for him and it became a HUGE success. My mom loved to cook, and we loved testing out whatever she and Nana came up with! During … [Read more...] about Mom’s Recipes – Shrimp Pecan and Bacon Cheese Ball
