Are you an animal lover like me? I find animals so grand and beautiful, and unique and fascinating. I could sit and watch animals in their surroundings, for hours. I recently went on a Safari and I was in heaven! It doesn’t even take an exotic animal to get me excited. This past Spring, my […]
Fruit + Honey Shortbread Squares
There is a part of my heritage that I just adore, and am so proud to be a part of. My sweet little grandma was born in Scotland and immigrated to the United States when she was 3. I love that I have family from Scotland, and it’s fun to tell when I’m so frequently […]
Lessons to Learn About Ironing
I’m going to go out on a limb and state that most everyone is like me, and ironing is not at the top of the list of fun things to do. Am I right or am I right? There are some lessons to learn about ironing, and I’ll let you in on some I have […]
Favorite Fall Recipes – Delicious Dishes Recipe Party #39
We finally had a touch of rain this weekend!! Fall is here and I couldn’t be more excited about it. I’ve had to break out the long pants and sweatshirts and it feels great. See, I like to have a month where I don’t run the air conditioning or the heat, to save on resources. […]
Speak Beautiful Online to Build Confidence and Find Beauty Around Us
Our world and how we communicate has changed vastly over the last few years. Most all communication barriers and interaction barriers are gone. We express our thoughts feelings, emotions, opinions on just about any topic with lightning speed. The motto of the day is to “keep it real.” I don’t know about you, but I […]
Favorite Comfort Foods – Delicious Dishes Recipe Party #38
Last week, I got a glimpse of Fall and it was simply amazing! We had cool mornings where I left my doors and windows open until lunchtime, and crisp evenings spent on the porch. I also had my first day of Fall, where I got to wear jeans, without getting hot. Unfortunately we are back […]
How My Tweens Are Crushing It In Soccer
I currently have a houseful of tweens and soccer fanatics. Soccer season is a favorite in my family, and is long awaited through the rest of the year. For my twin boys especially, I feel like they are always thinking and dreaming of soccer. They love the pro soccer teams, and are constantly asking for […]
Pumpkin Recipes – Delicious Dishes Recipe Party #37
I’ve had so much fun decorating for fall, and Halloween, this past week. Sure, some might think I’m premature, but it makes me happy! Who is anyone else to judge how I decorate my house, right? Plus, my house is right in the path for school drop-off and pick-up, so I think the constant addition […]
Planning for Your African Adventure at Safari West
This year has been one of trials, stress, and growth. I’ve now had three surgeries this year, sold and bought a house, moved my family to a new town and school, and now of all times, my ex is disrupting our lives with custody issues – grrrr. When life starts flying at me fast, I […]
Amazing Apple Recipes – Delicious Dishes Recipe Party #36
It’s September! It’s September! Can I just tell you how excited I am? Fall is just around the corner, and it’s apple-picking season. One of my favorite activities in the fall is to visit a place called Apple Hill. You can pick your own apples at some of the farms, or just buy fresh apples […]