Do you love to entertain during the holidays? Me, too! It’s so fun to gather together friends and family for a fun celebration. This year, I’m creating a quick & easy Bacon Pecan Herb Cheese Ball Recipe to share during holidays. Your guests will be “wowed” by the taste and you’ll be amazed how simple it […]
The countdown is on, the biggest holiday shopping weekend is nearly upon us! Though Black Friday weekend can be a little nutty with crowds and chaos, it’s a fun family tradition for us as we opt not stress that day and instead just enjoy each other’s company while helping to find the deals everyone has […]
Mulled wine, spiced wine, Glühwein, vin chaud or glögg – whatever you choose to call it, this spiced and sweet holiday drink is a great way to add a special festive touch to your holiday celebrations! For us, mulled wine is a family favorite that is often found warming up our holiday gatherings. Our favorite variety […]
When I arrived in Kansas City, Missouri, I expected to find good barbecue joints and plenty of jazz. What I didn’t expect to find is a lovely metro mecca brimming with opportunities for family travel fun! Though my time in the city was limited, thanks to the Kansas City xx and TMSKC conference, I was […]
Who has a wine lover on their holiday gift list? I’ve got a couple on mine, and of course I am one. I’ve listed my top choices for the wine lovers on your list this year in our annual Holiday Gifts for Wine Lovers Guide – whether they love white or red, there’s something in our top 10 […]
How many times have you heard someone say that parents and grandparents should forget about giving expensive gifts to children because they just end up playing with the cardboard box more than the toy?! It’s true that cardboard boxes offer oodles of possibilities, not just as imaginative toys. Here are 8 fun and practical ways to reuse cardboard boxes during […]
I’m already dreaming up desserts for the holidays, and of course, cheesecake comes to mind. There are so many delicious ways to prepare it, from actual round cheesecakes to bars and even in jars! I scoured the internet for some great ideas, and I am absolutely amazed by some of them! Here are 25 delicious […]
A great night’s sleep is so important and I’m thankful to The Dream Bed™ for sponsoring this important conversation! Sleep can literally make your dreams come true. I know that sounds a little bit silly, but if you think about it from a health perspective, the type of sleep you get makes all the difference […]
Looking for a fun craft for the kids for Thanksgiving this year? This scarecrow craft is super easy, fun and makes a great decorative conversation piece for your Thanksgiving table. All you need are plastic cups (like Dixie or Solo,) and a few embellishments you likely have on hand already. (It’s a great way to […]








