No joke- when I started this book, and I was about 30 pages in, my thought was, “there is no way I can blog about this book, it’s just so predictable!” Hahaha- the joke is on me! Tarryn Fisher creates a remarkably unpredictable and ridiculously exciting book in The Wives. I haven’t read anything by … More Good Reads
Well, with the majority of my family in Texas, I can say that this mantra is easier to embrace being in sunny California than dealing with burst pipes, power outages, and days and days of cold!! A friend of mine posted these green beans on Facebook a few weeks ago and I have already made … More TGIF- fun finds
For the most part- I enjoy eating a mostly plant based diet. But, there are times they I crave a few meat items. When I am in the mood for meat, there is no better way than to smoke it! Years ago, my parents bought Greg and me this electric smoker. It has been amazing- … More Smoked Turkey Breast
Lisa Jewell did it again!!!! Another odd thriller that had me totally confused for a bit but unable to put it down! If you have t read anything my Lisa Jewell, you should. She is a master storyteller. All of her books take place on England, so if you are a bit of an Anglophile- … More Good Reads
Happy Friday before Valentine’s Day! Whether you are spending it with your special someone, alone, or with your entire special family- I hope it is fantastic! If you are like me, and the only wine drinker in the house, sometimes opening a bottle is just a little too much. I found these freaking adorable cans … More TGIF- fun finds
I love lemon bars. They have always been a dessert that would find it’s way into our house growing up. It was awesome because neither my sister or brother really seemed to like them so there was always plenty for my mom and me. I know I am not alone in this because I do … More Lemon Cranberry Bars
Of all the rooms I have shared- this might be the one I am most excited about! Our family room is finally complete (sort of!) and I am so in love with this super comfortable and beautiful space. The first thing I purchased for the new house when we closed was a couch. I wanted … More New Home Tour- Family Room
Happy Friday! Another week in the books and it was a long one!! Tay’s birthday is next week and I think the excitement over birthday festivities (and surprises!) is making this week last forever. Can’t wait to share with you all how we are going to celebrate the big 1-2! Since my daughter would rather … More TGIF- fun finds
Boredom has gotten the best of me. How do I know? Because I am actively searching out even better chocolate chip cookie recipes- and I actually like the ones I have! But, my boredom might have proved to be useful…because of brown butter. Honestly- it’s a bit embarrassing that I have never made brown butter … More Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ok- I admit I read the Jessica Simpson memoir. I know, right?!? So Gen X of me!!! I read it mostly because I was curious of the celebrity gossip but I walked away after reading it with a deep respect for the woman who is made to look like a ditzy blonde by the media. … More Good Reads
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