There is something about the first crisp fall day that makes me want to open every window, tidy the kitchen and make our home feel as cozy as possible. As I’m writing this, I’m fully romanticizing one of those days. The windows are open, a few cozy snacks are prepped on the kitchen island, and … Continue reading Create Cozy Scents: Autumn Simmer Pot Ideas
I have always loved fall. I am a homebody at heart, so this time of year has always felt a little bit like it was made for me. Give me a crisp fall day, something good cooking in the kitchen, a candle burning and a book to curl up with and I am very happy. … Continue reading The Cozy Fall Bucket List: 25 Simple Ways to Savor the Season
There is something about August that always makes me want to slow down. The days are still long, but I know they won't stay that way forever. Before summer slips away and another season begins, I want to be intentional about soaking up these ordinary moments with my son. Motherhood has shown me just how … Continue reading August Bucket List: 12 Simple Ways to Savor the Last Weeks of Summer
Throughout the year, everyone has their own set of traditions. My favorite season for traditions is the holiday season. There are so many ways to celebrate the holidays, and so many chances to get together with family, my favorite. As I get older, I look back at all of the things I’ve done with my … Continue reading Holiday Traditions
Now that's officially December, I'm super excited to get into the holiday spirit. To be honest, I decorated a lot earlier this year than I normally do. I must admit, it is true what they say about decorating earlier bringing joy. I love lighting my favorite winter candle (Marshmallow Fireside from BBW), turning on my … Continue reading Spreading Holiday Cheer – Blog Roundup
Isn't there something so cozy and romantic about the holidays and winter? Get me a bottle of wine, a fuzzy blanket, and rent a movie and you have one of my favorite date-night-ins. Here are some more winter activities I am looking forward to trying this season: Go ice skating. Take a drive and see … Continue reading 25 Date Ideas to Try This Winter
Unfortunately, due to my hectic schedule lately, I can’t do blogmas this year. I would love to help you get in the spirit though, so I am sharing some posts to help you get in the holiday mood. I'm sharing everything from recipes, to my favorite Christmas movies and more. Cranberry mimosas These cranberry mimosas … Continue reading The dish on getting in the holiday spirit
I don't know about you, but I am looking forward to Fall and cooler weather. There are so many fun and cheap activities to do in the Fall. The greatest thing about these activities is you can do them with your significant other, friends, family or all of the above! Everyone is bound to have … Continue reading 25 Cheap Dates to Try This Fall
Being a holiday hostess with mostess is not cheap! My family hosts Thanksgiving and Christmas and we always have a full house! While it can be pricey, we really do enjoy hosting the festivities. If you’ve ever wanted to throw an ugly sweater party but feared to add additional costs to your holiday budget I’m … Continue reading Tips for hosting an Ugly Sweater Party
Do you suffer from O.C.T.D.D- Obsessive Christmas Tree Decorating Disorder? Do you find yourself stressing out over the placements of ornaments on your tree? Do you get your tinsel in a tangle if your tinsel isn’t perfectly aligned? Well, I’m here to help with my DOs and DON’Ts for putting up the tree. DOs: Do … Continue reading Deck the halls with my DOs and DON’Ts for tree decorating
