February is birthday month in our house. It’s my husband’s, mom’s, and grandma’s. My husband turned the big 4-0 early in the month. We had friends come over for games and food, and just did a low-key party. I found some fun party games for our group and reminisced about…
The sun is out, the flowers are in full bloom, and the weather is getting warmer…that can only mean one thing. Summer is here! This is my first official summer in the South and I am trying to get used to the humidity and warmer temperatures. It is very different…
I love going to the Farmers Market. Seeing all the fresh produce and flowers on display, the new artisans proudly displaying their wares, and getting a quick lunch to sit and listen to local musicians is a fun way to spend family time. The veggies are minis (there’s a picture…
I love spring. The flowers in our yard are all in bloom, the sun is setting at a more reasonable hour, and the weather is warm enough to where I can wear a light jacket or sweatshirt outside. This cookie set turned out better than I originally thought. The birds…
Our neighborhood got together last Sunday afternoon. We grabbed out chairs and sat around our cul-de-sac, keeping our 6 foot distance. It almost felt normal. We chatted, laughed, and ate. I made vanilla cupcakes with these spring fondant toppers to share with everyone. If you’ve never made fondant toppers, they…
I am trying to will spring to come. Yes, yes, I know it’s officially here, but it certainly doesn’t feel like it. There are streaks of sunlight, but it’s quickly gobbled up by ominous clouds and cold rain. Making spring cookies was my way of letting Mother Nature know that it…
I just love little girl stuff–cute Sunday dresses, lovely butterfly decor, adorable flower headbands. Every time we are at the store, I longingly look at these things and sigh. My husband just laughs and says, “Maybe our next kiddo will be a girl.” Don’t get me wrong; I love my little…
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