I have been busy, busier than ever. I am getting ready for the French flea market on Saturday, super excited!I hope you can make it!It's sure to be a good time rain or shine. There are lots of fabulous vendors and we all have tents in case of rain. Remember, there is a Starbucks right on the corner ... Read More about ~what I’ve been up to~

Many of you have asked about my recent weight loss, so I thought I'd share my story with you. Since Jan. 11Th I have lost a total of 17 pounds, 3" off my waist, 3" off my hips, & 1" off my thighs!I had fallen into the routine of eating ice cream every night, finishing off the kids happy meals, ... Read More about ~weight loss & the biggest giveaway yet~

As we get back into the routine of things around here, I am remembering how crazy our schedules get this time of year. Kids are back in school which means homework,conferences, room mom planning, and sports 6 days a week.That doesn't leave much time to get real creative with dinners.However, I found ... Read More about ~slowing things down~

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When the kids go back to school somethingin my brain tells me I need to start thinking about this years Halloween decorations.I picked up this copy of Better Homes and Gardens Halloween tricks and treats and immediately starting creating!It is full of ideas, party ideas, tablescapes, costumes, etc. ... Read More about ~a magazine made me do it~

I love baking after school snacks for the kids.On Friday's I like to do extra "sweet" ones.I found this recipe for S’more cupcakes and thought I would give them a try.OMG! They are to die for!I may just have them polished off before the kids get home from school!Good thing I went on a run today, ... Read More about ~sinfully sweet~

Good morning friends!I have had a lot of questions about my Ikea sofa,so I thought I'd take the time to answer those now!Q~How is your Ikea sectional holding up? A~ It's holding up perfectly. I have had it now for almost a year and have not had anything break or go terribly wrong.Q~ what color is ... Read More about ~McCreamy~

If there were no schools to take the childrenaway from home part of the time,the insane asylums would be filled with mothers. ~Edgar W. Howe xoxo ... Read More about ~quote of the day~