Lady Bugs for Our Little Bug

I hope everyone had a great weekend.  I know we are gearing up for another marathon weekend to celebrate Father's Day.  Last week, I talked a lot about preparing for Olivia's birthday party, so now I want to share some of the details. My husband and I used our strengths to tackle making this banner … Continue reading Lady Bugs for Our Little Bug

Mexican Pasta Skillet Recipe

Here is another easy recipe that I like to cook on the weekends so we have left-overs during the week. This is also a great "what do I have left in the fridge / cupboards that I can throw together and make a meal" recipe. You can see the full recipe here: Mexican Pasta Skillet … Continue reading Mexican Pasta Skillet Recipe

My Friday Favorites 05/18/12

You've made it to the weekend - or you are very close at least...just a few more hours! Thanks for stopping by today to check out My Friday Favorites: On TV -   Mad Men - the return of Betty with a vengeance.  Does anyone else think this season is just too much of Megan?   … Continue reading My Friday Favorites 05/18/12

Celebrating Mothers

This weekend I hope you all enjoy Mother's Day. Whether being celebrated or celebrating the women in your life who have been role models, I hope relaxation and enjoyment are on your agenda this Sunday.  This is my first Mother's Day since Olivia was born; but it is also the first Mother's Day since I … Continue reading Celebrating Mothers

Helpful Hump-day Hints 05/09/12

We are halfway through the week - only a few more days until the weekend! Here are my HHHs (Helpful Hump-day Hints) for this week. This week I decided to concentrate on the kitchen. HHH#1  Put away the dishes from the dishwasher or drying rack and wipe down all the counters and appliances. HHH#2 Organize … Continue reading Helpful Hump-day Hints 05/09/12

Delicious Banana Split Cake

Here is another easy, quick recipe that produces a delicious cake!  I made this before my journey to my parents' house - and it was a nice break for my siblings and I to stop and enjoy a piece of cake.  One day we even ate it for breakfast.  Hey - no judging, it was … Continue reading Delicious Banana Split Cake

Pin & Win – My Better Homes and Gardens Dream Home

Flipping through the latest issue of Better Homes and Gardens this weekend, I came across their new contest - Pin & Win - My Better Homes and Gardens Dream Home. The rules are easy - create a new board on your Pinterest account titled - "My Better Homes and Gardens Dream Home."  You can only … Continue reading Pin & Win – My Better Homes and Gardens Dream Home

My Friday Favorites 03/30/12

Let's cut right to the chase - here are my Friday Favorites this week... On TV - Once Upon a Time - so close again - The Mad Hatter in the reality world- so good! But as anticipated, the winner is...  Mad Men- season five started this week and the two hour opener was fantastic. … Continue reading My Friday Favorites 03/30/12