How To Travel Without Looking Like a Tourist

By | December 27, 2021

Traveler or tourist, are they one in the same thing? Potentially, it probably depends on who you ask but some might say that by travelling in your destination you get to experience more of it than simply being a tourist and doing the ‘touristy’ things. Whatever viewpoint you take here are some ways to get… Read More »

iSpy #51

By | December 25, 2021

Merry Christmas yall! Hope everyone is enjoying time with loved ones and eating lots of good food today. The next three pictures are collages of my quarterly pics from iSpy this year. – Backyard – Front of House – You (Selfie) So for those of you who have participated this year, did yall enjoy the… Read More »

8 Items College Students Need

By | December 23, 2021

If you have a senior in high school like I do, you’re thinking about what college options to consider. Those who have family members serving in the military may consider attending online colleges for military or look into a cyber charter school. After that you have to start considering what they will need when they… Read More »

4 Activities to Try Out this Holiday Season

By | December 19, 2021

We all know how hectic the holiday season can get. It can be hard to find time for anything else between buying gifts, cooking food to share with family and friends, attending parties around town, or preparing for Christmas day itself! This is where we come in. We have put together a list of some… Read More »

iSpy #50

By | December 18, 2021

color: pink One of the weirdest ornaments I’ve ever received. I got it during an ornament swap many many years ago, back when I used to teach. package I wished I would have gotten a picture from the other day when I had 10 or 11 packages on my stoop, but I didn’t think about… Read More »

Week 48 & 49 [2021]

By | December 14, 2021

Man, I can’t believe we’ve only got a few more weeks in the year! Here’s the run down for Nov. 29-Dec. 12, 2021. Still finding tomatoes in the garden! Alex has been enjoying doing puzzles in front of the tv. We went to the tree farm and it started pouring down when we got there.… Read More »

iSpy #49

By | December 11, 2021

sparkles starts with J J is for Jewelry. These are all my Christmas earrings that I put on my earring rack just for this month. lit Christmas tree is lit, of course! used I had a difficult time figuring out what to capture for used, but as I was going through and making peanut butter… Read More »

Monthly Digest – November 2021

By | December 7, 2021

I’m really behind with this post, but I didn’t just not want to post it. LIFE Happenings Week 44 Week 45 Week 46 & 47 Loving that we got the shelving done in our kitchen! Happy with the way Auburn played against Bama. What an epic game! We still didn’t win, but we played our… Read More »

What I Watched on YouTube – Fall 2021

By | December 4, 2021

These last few months (September/October/November) I’ve been finding myself watching more YouTube. I love reality TV, and that’s pretty much what YouTube is. So no wonder I love it so much! Travel Kara and Nate The Endless Adventure Hiking Homemade Wanderlust Julia Sheehan JeniferJourneys Darwin on the Trail Becca “Little Skittle” Lifestyle Eamon & Bec… Read More »

iSpy #48

By | December 4, 2021

starts with U Katniss likes to sleep under the tree in front of where I park. red Holly bushes outside my office small building Target Bullseye’s Section find sweet Pecan Pie bites leftover from Thanksgiving. So yummy! your choice I’m amazed that a couple of my tomato plants have survived the night or tow of… Read More »

Currently – December 2021

By | December 1, 2021

Y’all how is it December?!?! I’m still in disbelief that were in the midst of the Advent season. Here’s my Currently post for December. decorating This last weekend Alex and I pulled down all the Christmas bins. I decorated. We will get our Christmas tree this weekend, but I’m happy to have this part done.… Read More »

Week 46 & 47 [2021]

By | November 30, 2021

The week before Thanksgiving wasn’t too crazy. Look at this adorable Gnome I got from Walmart dot com by accident. Put it in my cart on the Walmart app and when I went to put my pickup order in I accidentally pressed buy from both carts or something. I realized it a few minutes after… Read More »

iSpy #47

By | November 29, 2021

Hey guys! For all of those who celebrated Thanksgiving this last week, you can probably understand why I’m just now getting this post up. Regardless, I hope everyone had a great week. festivities I made a Thanksgiving punch for the Thanksgiving Festivities. food I always order my groceries for pick up at Walmart. I accidentally… Read More »

iSpy #46

By | November 20, 2021

house – (fall or current season) quarterly pic brown stitch architectural your choice You are invited to the Inlinkz link party! Click here to enter I’d love you to join along with us next week! Challenge yourself this week to step out of your comfort zone. Get low, go high, change your angle, get close,… Read More »

Thanksgiving Recipe Round-Up

By | November 19, 2021

If you’re like me you’re busy planning what you’re going bring or serve for Thanksgiving. I thought it would be fun to gather up some Thanksgiving recipes. What are your go to Thanksgiving recipes? Appetizers Spinach Artichoke Dip Thanksgiving Charcuterie Boards Spicy Bacon Wrapped Pineapple Bites 15 Minute Candied Spiced Nuts Crockpot Honey Garlic Lil’… Read More »

Week 45 [2021] Kitchen Project Done!

By | November 18, 2021

This last week, I was happy to finally finish up this wall in our breakfast area that’s attached to the kitchen. So for any home improvement projects you want to do, never forget that you can always ask the help of experts like https://insulationremoval.uk/ for certain aspects that may need a professional’s touch. If you… Read More »

Cajun Gravy (Copycat Popeye’s)

By | November 17, 2021

Tired of that powdered gravy mix? This recipe takes just a little bit of time to make, but it is SO worth it. This is a Cajun Gravy Copycat Popeye’s recipes and it is amazing! Servings: Plenty Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 tablespoons minced green bell… Read More »

iSpy #45

By | November 13, 2021

selfie quarterly pic starts with letter H H is for Happy birthday to my coworker Mrs. Patti! paper My favorite note paper. trim These leaves are trimmed with green. your choice You are invited to the Inlinkz link party! Click here to enter I’d love you to join along with us next week! Challenge yourself… Read More »

Honey Baked Ham

By | November 10, 2021

Many years ago, I decided to start a new tradition. I’ve probably talked about this before, but I finally have a half way decent photo to share. Anyway, on Christmas Eve we always go to church that afternoon or evening and then the boys would come home and open their 1st gift which was always… Read More »

4 Ways To Enjoy Your Vacation

By | November 8, 2021

Your vacation is just around the corner and you’re probably looking forward to some relaxing downtime with your family. There are many ways to enjoy your vacation, whether you’re on a tropical island or taking in some popular attractions. Don’t limit yourself to just one activity during your vacation! With all the time off, why… Read More »