Hey yall! Thanks for all the suggestions for this year’s iSpy Challenge. I’ve made a list and am working on the schedule for the year. If you didn’t get to chime in, please do and keep those prompt suggestions coming. check(ed) This is a photo I took while walking on campus as I “check(ed)” walking… Read More »
Whether you are planning to celebrate a special birthday, or just looking for an excuse to host a girl’s night in, you can’t go wrong with a dinner party. However, it’s important that you don’t let yourself get too stressed out when putting one together. With that in mind, here are some top tips that… Read More »
Cinnamon spice is not just about the aroma; it also offers numerous health benefits. Even though cinnamon is associated with baking and sweet treats, it can be a delicious flavor for your dishes. Explore these three ways to make savory and delicious meals using cinnamon. Apple Pie Pork Chops Infusing flavors in pork chops allows… Read More »
Being a mindful traveler can be tough. It’s easy to get wrapped up in getting the most of out of your vacation and forget that people actually live and work where you’re visiting. It is possible to learn how to become a more thoughtful and caring traveler no matter where you’re headed, but it can… Read More »
Happy New Year everyone! I forgot to tell ya’ll that in my 1st post of this year. So here we are in 2022. Can’t believe it! anticipating I’m really trying not to anticipate. Anticipation often causes me stress and anxiety and worry that I don’t need. organizing my thoughts and my goals for the year.… Read More »
Needles Pine needles Color: black Great These Monster cookies are so great if you like cookies with tons of ingredients. Starts with R “Rocko” the reindeer Corgi your choice Love this doggo! You are invited to the Inlinkz link party! Click here to enter I’d love you to join along with us next week! Challenge… Read More »
This month I was happy about: good medical news. This month I was sad about: family members getting COVID. Here’s my rating system for entertainment: ♥ ♥ = Love it! A must read/see! ♥ = Really good! Highly recommend. ✓ ✓ = Good, not great ✓ = Not much to talk about X = Awful.… Read More »
This last year several of my blogging buddies have been doing a post called Sentence a Day where you write down a sentence to sum up your day. Now I love how Leslie from Once Upon a Time and Happily Ever After says “one run-on sentence a day.” If only I had known we could… Read More »
Yall, I don’t know even know what happened last week. I realized over the weekend that today is the yesterday of January which means I should have written and posted this post last Wednesday! Ooops!! Linking up with Shay and Sheaffer for What’s Up Wednesday. What We’re Eating Earlier in January, Rob cooked some steaks… Read More »
Today I’m linking up for Monthly Musings for December with Patty & Holly. 1. How do I show love? What is my love language? I show my love through actions, gift giving, and service. My love language is service. Doing the dishes or doing something around the house are my favorite! 2. Any fun Valentine… Read More »
Hey yall! It’s iSpy Saturday again. Before I get into my pics for the week, I wanted to let you know that for the iSpy prompts, I have added them to the side bar, which you’ll see over there >>>>> You may have to scroll down to see it. If you’re your phone scroll all… Read More »
Growing up my Granny, my Mom’s mom, was the best cook in my family. She always had banana nut bread or pumpkin bread stocked up in the freezer and any time I was walking out the door, she’d tell me to stop by the freezer and grab some bread to bring home. Ugh! How I… Read More »
According to Harvard Health Publishing, frequently eating fried foods puts people (especially women) at a 13% risk of premature death. Healthy cooking does not translate into gourmet eating. On the contrary, it refers to basic cooking methods that preserve nutrients and provide optimum nourishment for your body. Even more essential is adopting these healthier cooking… Read More »
Hey yall! Today I’m excited to be linking up with good ol’ blog friend, Leslie and my new blog friend, Carrie. They are starting a new series called from Texas with Love. I’m not sure if they really only want Texans linking up, but regardless I thought it would be a fun post to write.… Read More »
Here we are again for another ‘catch up’ travel post since we’re not traveling much because of COVID. A few years ago Rob and I went up to Huntsville, AL for a wedding. We spent the weekend there and made it into a mini-vacation. While we were there I had a couple spots I wanted… Read More »
Hey yall! How was your weekend? Mine was good…for the most part. We celebrated Drew’s 23rd birthday. Man, as I type that, it makes me feel old. How am I old enough to have a kid that age?! I’m changing my “The Weekly” posts to run Monday-Sunday instead of Sunday-Saturday, but this week is my… Read More »
Happy Saturday everyone! Time for another iSpy Photo Challenge. Ordinary Day – Most weekdays, you’ll find me here working from home. Favorite Here’s ‘Monty.’ Yes, I named a plant. I have been wanting to get some really cool house plants and these are usually so expensive. This is a Monstera Deliciosa, I believe. Right before… Read More »
Hey yall! Well we’re already a month into Winter and here I am just now posting some lists for Winter. That’s ok. We still have about 2 months left of winter. Today I’m going to recap a few things I made from my Fall Food Bucket List and then list off recipes/foods to try during… Read More »
I know I keep saying it, but man, this year has been so busy so far. How are we already more than half way done with January? I was looking back to see when my last “The Weekly” post was, which was from back in December! My iPhone camera is dying and so I have… Read More »
Hey yall! It’s already time for another iSpy photo challenge. I was in the office this week training my new crew. This means I get home and am ready to collapse. Just so tired. Here’s how I saw the prompts through my lens. Parts So I think I struggled with this one the most. I… Read More »