It was a little chilly over the weekend here (for North Carolina) and my husband lit a fire in the living room fireplace while we watched a movie. We aren't used to having a gas log fireplace--we have always had a wood fireplace--so we haven't gotten the settings mastered quite yet. It got SOOOOO … [Read more...] about Pink Lemonade Margarita
In the Kitchen
Better Than Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte
It's that time of year again... you know what I'm talking about, no, not sweater weather (at least not here in NC yet), but Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte time! I don't actually drink coffee, at all! I don't like the smell, I hate the taste... I don't even like tiramisu, lol. But my oldest daughter … [Read more...] about Better Than Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte
Chocolate Banana Breakfast/Snack Cookies
For the most part, my kids are very healthy eaters. Lean meats, whole grains, lots of fruits and veggies, and I limit their sweets. Or so I thought. I recently read an article about how much sugar is in most breakfast cereal and I was shocked! Here I thought I was giving them healthy food for … [Read more...] about Chocolate Banana Breakfast/Snack Cookies
Triple Berry Pie Crumble
Disclosure: I received a gift card from Schwan's to purchase items from their service, but the opinions within this post are my own. When I was little, my grandmother would buy the best stuff from the Schwan's man! We especially loved their frozen fruit. When I moved out to the East … [Read more...] about Triple Berry Pie Crumble
Red Wine Sangria
I never really liked sangria, or at least I thought I didn't like Sangria. I've tried it several times and just didn't have a taste for it. I always thought it was too bitter. Until this version, that is. A good friend made it for me and insisted I try it. I took a tiny sip and was … [Read more...] about Red Wine Sangria
Easy and Delicious Ice Cream Cake
Since we are coming up to the official kick-off of summer, I thought I'd share my kids' all-time favorite dessert. It's perfect for any upcoming Memorial Day Weekend festivities you might have planned. And the best part is how fast and easy it is to make. You can make it ahead of time or prepare … [Read more...] about Easy and Delicious Ice Cream Cake