Hello and happy almost 4th of July! This is one of our favorite holidays out here at the lake and unfortunately for us, and everyone else, it will be a bit different this year. But that is ok, we are going to make the best of it. Wear our masks, and be diligent. What are ... Read More about Friday favorites
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Molly Sims pacific palisades home
Maybe you have seen Molly Sims pacific palisades home before. I just somehow stumbled across it for the first time and was in awe. I am sure you can see why I like it, with all the neutrals and just hints of color, it is cozy and inviting. The house is super kid friendly ... Read More about Molly Sims pacific palisades home
DIY Fourth of July goodie baskets
These simple berry baskets are the base for these easy DIY Fourth of July goodie baskets. Fill the basket with paper shreds. Then comes the fun part! Fill them with goodies that are age appropriate for who you are giving them too. I am making these this year for little kids, so ... Read More about DIY Fourth of July goodie baskets
sheet pan lemon bars
Fresh citrus in the summer is always such a refreshing treat. Whether it is fresh squeezed orange juice or lemonade, it just seems to hit the spot. Lemon is one of my favorite things to use in desserts. My lemon pound cake is a favorite by many. And my moms blueberry lemon bread has been made ... Read More about sheet pan lemon bars
Fourth of July DIY decor & food ideas
Here are some fun and easy ideas that you can do yourself for the holiday weekend! To create this garland simply sew {or glue on} mini flags to rope or bias tape. Instead of serving trays, use old red coke or pepsi crates for a festive touch. Simply plant flags in your flower pots or ... Read More about Fourth of July DIY decor & food ideas
Friday favorites
Happy Friday! Today marks 6 weeks since my total knee replacement. A few of you have asked how I am doing so here goes. I am bored out of my mind. Not that there isn't plenty to do, it's just that I can't be on my feet for more than 20-30 minutes, which makes it really hard to get anything ... Read More about Friday favorites
create a cozy hammock oasis
Summers growing up consisted of me taking naps and reading books in our hammock under a big old oak tree. I have so many memories of ducking out of the house and laying there in the shade and feeling like I was in my own little world. Curling up with a blanket as the sun went down, and just ... Read More about create a cozy hammock oasis
our outdoor kitchen
Hello and welcome! Today I am excited to share with you what we call our outdoor kitchen. I suppose it isn't really a kitchen because it doesn't have a sink, but it does have a refrigerator and a bbq as well as our smoker. It sits tucked in a corner in our backyard right off the deck. ... Read More about our outdoor kitchen