C’mon, Flash!

I’ve added a new member to my family: my basset hound puppy named Flash! Unless you know me personally, you probably don’t know about my recent history with dogs. I love them – absolutely love dogs – but I’ve not had an easy way to go. Let’s go on an abbreviated trip down memory lane.Continue reading “C’mon, Flash!”

Long & Healthy Hair Care Tutorial

My hair is mega long. Like when it’s straightened, the longest layers are at or past my waist. It’s long and it’s thick – every hair stylist I’ve ever gone to has been like “shew girl, you got some hair.” I haven’t always kept my hair long, but I’ve had it this long twice. TheContinue reading “Long & Healthy Hair Care Tutorial”

Quick Cleaning with a Toddler in Tow

Confession: although I was a SUPER sloppy teen (don’t even get my mother started about my childhood bedroom), I am WAY more focused on cleanliness in this season of life and with a little one around. When my divorce was being finalized and I was looking for a new place to live with my littleContinue reading “Quick Cleaning with a Toddler in Tow”

Easy (& Healthy) Yogurt Parfaits

If you have been following me on social media, you likely know that I am working on my personal wellness. (If you don’t follow me yet, shameless plug here: check out my Facebook, Pinterest, or Instagram today!) I’ve been fairly open about my difficulties with the subject of personal wellness and health. A lot ofContinue reading “Easy (& Healthy) Yogurt Parfaits”

Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

I love pasta salad! To be fair, I love carbs, so it might just be that I love pasta… but I do like veggies a lot too, and I really enjoy pasta salad dishes in the summertime. They’re the perfect compliment to a grilled hamburger or a BBQ sandwich!  If you’ve been around for aContinue reading “Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad”

5 Bathroom Spots To Lysol Regularly

With COVID-19 hitting the entire globe the past several months, health and cleanliness have been buzzwords and hot topics. But I’m of the firm belief that they should be buzzwords all the time – pandemic or not! The reality is that we all have areas that we forget to clean – or that are soContinue reading “5 Bathroom Spots To Lysol Regularly”

Cheesy Bacon Ranch Dip

If you are tired of being asked to bring napkins or ice to weekend cookouts or family holidays, I have the perfect solution for you! My cheesy bacon ranch dip and a fresh veggie tray are the absolute perfect way to impress without needing too many ingredients or too many kitchen skills! This recipe justContinue reading “Cheesy Bacon Ranch Dip”

3 DIY Father’s Day Ideas

#1: Handprint Art This gift is simple, but it’s also one that can be really sentimental. It freezes your little one’s tiny handprint from this year in paint forever! Simply get a piece of cardstock (or even just construction or printer paper), dip your child’s entire hand in one color of paint, and press theirContinue reading “3 DIY Father’s Day Ideas”

Dollar Tree Toddler Toys

As a momma hen of an imaginative two-year-old boy, it’s been important to me to provide my little one with toys that are both age appropriate and allow for him to use and expand his creativity. However, as a single momma hen, I am on a fairly strict budget each month. Dollar Tree has, ofContinue reading “Dollar Tree Toddler Toys”

Strawberry Poke Cake

I was feeling adventurous this most recent Mother’s Day, and I tried making a Strawberry Poke Cake. This recipe is SO easy and SO delicious! It’s perfect for a hot day because it’s really refreshing and light!  Here’s what you’ll need: 1 box of white cake mix & all listed ingredients  1 regular sized tubContinue reading “Strawberry Poke Cake”