A few weeks ago, we renewed our wedding vows right in our backyard accompanied by some of our family members. Next week, on August 23rd, we will officially celebrate our 16th wedding anniversary. Can you believe that? Our renewal was extremely special to us...
It was exceptionally difficult to get out of bed this morning. It might have something to do with the fact that i was up working until about 1:30 am... a healthy breakfast though this was my breakfast and lots of coffee should help me fuel up for what is going to be a...
Hi everyone! How are you? I know it's been over a week since I last blogged, but I have been busy planning an important upcoming event; an event where yours truly will be adorned in a flower crown. The hubs and myself will be acknowledging our upcoming anniversary...
We recently returned from a mini vacation in Florida and we loaded up lots of mangoes when we were returning home. In addition to making smoothies and mango chicken, we recently added mango margarita to the list of what to make using mangoes. some of the...
i used a scarf as the tabletop cover, a thrifted blanket, and some red pillows also help to bring in the colors. A portable grill(in blue), white candles, tableware in white and blue, some strawberries, over a week old flowers, Stella glasses, and this red white...
With a little elbow grease, sander, and some paint, a piece of old furniture can be given new life. This is what the piece I thrifted looked like before. After lightly sanding, I painted and sealed it. I originally shared this diy here. You can read it...
To maximize my productivity, I had to recently reevaluate my strategies. My first priority was tackling the to do list with things that never seem to get accomplished.How To Create an Effective To-Do ListShorten your list. I realize I was being unrealistic by...
Before Zion was born, I was told by Doctors that I wouldn't be able to conceive. At the time, I was undergoing a series of tests to diagnose the issue of my severe abdominal pains. I was told I had cysts... Anyway, when I was told that I wouldn't be able to conceive,...
Try as we might to be amongst the early birds, some of us still always succumb to the last minute woes. But fear not! You still have time to get your Mom something special... Books: I have three on my list this year because personally, I love all three, but you can...
How are you celebrating Mother's Day? I will undoubtedly be spending time with the boys and since the weather has been so splendid, it will probably be spent outdoors. Here is a wonderful and inexpensive way to have a light brunch and some outdoor fun with things you...
We've been enjoying the space for weeks and today the reveal is finally live over at the Home Depot blog where you'll see before shots and get details on the process. But let's take a peek at some more after pics. Click images for larger view. the hubby made that...
About a month or so ago, i decided to add labels to Zion's dressers so he could put away his clothes appropriately. Folding and sorting laundry are my least favorite things to do and it seems as if I do them all. the. time. I had to come up with a way to lessen the...
The lucky winner of the Welcome A Cure Mat giveaway(using random.org) is Angela Snoozy! Thank you to everyone who participated and supported such a great cause. Angela, I will be contacting you shortly! xx
Hi everyone! We are covered under ice, schools are out, so how do I cope, I paint of course! Ideally, I would prefer to be working on the patio style challenge, but since that can't happen, I set my sights on the pocket door in the kitchen. We have a couple of them in...
I am thrilled to be able to spread the word about these beautiful welcome a cure pink ribbon mats from Carpet One. Today is World Cancer Day and is dedicated to raising awareness of cancer and encouraging its prevention. For the past decade, Carpet One Floor &...