it’s been about 9 months since we finished our laundry room and I couldn’t be happier!! Finally after being in our house for over six and half years, we started renovations on our basement! Our basement is a finished basement that features a full bathroom, bar, living space, kitchenette, storage area and of course our…
A Valentine’s Day Waffle Board
Waffle boards have become pretty popular in the last year or so and of course I jumped on that bandwagon. These boards are so easy to put together, you pretty much just put all the toppings and waffles on one board. It’s a great activity to do with children as well. They can help make…
A How-to on Grinch Hot Cocoa Bombs!
So once again I’ve jumped on that food trend bandwagon! This time, on a holiday-inspired one – the hot cocoa bomb! These have become pretty popular this holiday season and I figured why not take a stab at it. These hot cocoa bombs have everything you need to enjoy a hot cup of cocoa. Especially…
6 Holiday Appetizer Ideas
Christmas is right around the corner and even though things may be a little bit different this year, it doesn’t mean you can’t make a few delicious and easy appetizers on Christmas Eve and Day! A few of these appetizers are my go-to’s for any get-together I have, whether it’s hosting a party with friends…
Grinch Cookies!
“Maybe Christmas (he thought) doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas perhaps means a little bit more.” — The Grinch from Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas I have been watching Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas movie, the Jim Carrey version, a lot this holiday season. I never really watched it before…
A Holiday Front Porch
The holidays are my favorite time of the year. Actually, pretty much from September through January is my favorite time of the year. You have Halloween and the fall and it slides right into Thanksgiving and Christmas. I extended it to January because that’s my birthday month. And I love my birthday 🙂 When decorating…
Cranberry White Chocolate Chip Cookies
Well the day is finally here. I am going to share the recipe for these soft and chewy cranberry white chocolate chip cookies. These cookies are probably the best cookies I’ve ever made. I get so many compliments on them every year I make them. Everyone loves them. They are perfect for the holiday season….
5 Easy and Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Appetizer Ideas
Are you hosting Thanksgiving this year or need to bring an appetizer to Thanksgiving dinner? I have a few easy and make-ahead appetizer ideas just for you! A few years ago, hubby and I hosted Thanksgiving for both of our families. It was the first time that we had both of them together to celebrate…
Moist Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
These cupcakes are perfect for your next fall get-together or Thanksgiving dessert. Moist, delectable and full of pumpkin flavor, these are irresistible. The smoothness of the cream cheese frosting with just the right amount of cinnamon, ties the whole cupcake together. You’ll be grabbing for another one! What I love most about these cupcakes is…
A Fall Front Porch
I always love decorating my front porch for fall and the holiday season for that matter. Setting out pumpkins, planting beautiful mums and hanging a seasonal wreath. And let’s be real, your front porch is the first thing a person sees when they come to your house. It’s the first part of your home to…