Well – it has been a huge job! This purging, cleaning, and re-organizing of my master bedroom and closet. It’s taken time to get the whole shebang done – the dressers, night stands, and the overly chaotic closet. I admit, I am still a bit behind on my self-imposed schedule. But I am catching up. …
Hot Artichoke Dip Recipe – A Big Game Appetizer
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #GameDayGlory #CollectiveBias Football frenzy is taking over! And if you are like me, you think the best way to watch a game of football is with friends and family. I’m all about inviting friends over and putting out a great …
Smoked Salmon, Cucumber, and Watercress Tea Sandwich Recipe
When my husband and I were traveling in Ireland we enjoyed the most memorable afternoon tea at the Westbury Hotel in Dublin. The setting, the food, and the service were all top-notch. We both especially loved their smoked salmon and crab tea sandwiches on homemade soda bread. They were simply divine and I would love to …
Hosting a Winter Tea Party #LifesBetterTogether
The holidays have come and gone. After all the frenzy of shopping, cooking, entertaining, wrapping, giving, hugging, and enjoying, I gave a sigh of relief and totally relaxed the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day. That week was filled with sun, spa, hiking, reading, and total relaxation. While the holidays are all about family …
Beginner Triathlon Training Schedule
It is time to get back into the game! I just officially signed up for two local events. Next fall I will be completing a bike tour on a Saturday and then a half marathon on Sunday – both events are on the same weekend. I know, this is not a triathlon. I will be finding …
Week 2 – Getting Organized! A 12 Month Home Organization Plan
Ok, this has been a busy week! I have tried really hard to stick to my self-impossed 12 Month Organization Plan. Whew! I am really glad that week one is over, and I am now heading into week 2. So how did it go? Well, I cleaned all the flat surfaces in my room, I …
Getting Organized! A 12 Month Home Organization Plan
This year I am focusing on re-organizing my whole home. Yes, I am starting from the top, working my way downstairs, and then out into the garage. Over the next 12 months I will be visiting every room in our home with the intent of purging, sorting, and re-organizing everything. Everything! True story. About six …
My 2015 Year of Self-Care Review
It is 2016, and I am not even really sure where 2015 went. When I look back on the past year I am amazed at all that my family and I accomplished. It really was jam packed full of activities, growth, and accomplishments. Sometimes the road was smooth, sometimes bumpy, and sometimes it seemed all uphill. …
This Blog is Two Years Old Today!
Wow! Another year of blogging is under my belt; today is the 2nd anniversary of my first ever blog post. I still cannot believe how this blog has become such a big part of my life. I really enjoy my time creating content and then sharing it with others. I will say though that I …
Hoppin’ John Black-Eyed Peas Recipe
The new year is right around the corner. While I am not a Southerner, I do like the idea of enjoying black-eyed peas on New Year’s Day as a way to usher in a prosperous and lucky new year. Whether or not you believe the superstitions around the tradition of eating black-eyed peas on New …