tasty super bowl party food {paleo}

Considering the BIG game is THIS SUNDAY, you're gonna want to get those healthy snacks and treats all set for your football-lovin' fans. I grew up on li'l smokies, Freetos and Hidden Valley ranch dip for Super Bowl Sunday, so obviously my game-watchin' food has changed since eating paleo-style. As I've mentioned, I love watching … Continue reading tasty super bowl party food {paleo}

awesome baby shower ideas

I was truly SO honored and excited to get to host a recent baby shower for my sweet friend, Shell. She's having a girl (yay!), and her name is Avaline (Ay-vuh-line). Avaline is named after Shell's granny who is 93 years old. Is that the sweetest or what?! And, I'm going to get to be there … Continue reading awesome baby shower ideas

diy baby infinity scarf

When I moved to Tennessee, I had saved enough to hold off on getting a job right away. That, and the fact that I was able to live with my wonderful parents, was such a blessing while I transitioned my life to this new southern land. My parents are both retired, and they definitely make … Continue reading diy baby infinity scarf

penny-wise wednesday #4

I was sad to get the news that my favorite paper product party supplier went out of business. That was a sad day indeed since they were so inexpensive and had a multitude of choices for colors, plate sizes, table cloths, etc. {Moment of silence for their closure.} BUT, I was elated to discover that … Continue reading penny-wise wednesday #4

how to style an empty space

I've always loved the idea of having a buffet in or near the dining room to display beautiful dishes, cake stands, trinkets, etc. It adds an elegance, a put-togetherness and really helps to synthesize a space. In our dining room I don't have room for a buffet, but a close alternative is this awesome credenza … Continue reading how to style an empty space

sunshine award nomination

I may not have won a Grammy last night, but I did get nominated for the Sunshine Blogging Award! Woot woot! I'm new to the blogging world, so I didn't even know there were awards out there. Apparently, there's lots. I feel like I'm in 3rd grade again making the top ten in the spelling … Continue reading sunshine award nomination

valentine’s day card ideas {free and printable!}

There are a plethora of Valentine's Day card ideas out there, and I just love every one of 'em! I can remember being so excited to give away my Valentine's Day cards at school. And of course I always saved my favorite cards in the bunch for my "besties." As I grew up, a card … Continue reading valentine’s day card ideas {free and printable!}

paleo meal plan: february 2014

I was super excited that so many of you found my paleo meal plan from January and that it was a big hit for you! We REALLY enjoyed the honey chicken thighs... yum, yum, yum! I've generally not been a big lover of the dark meat, but those chicken thighs made a convert out of … Continue reading paleo meal plan: february 2014

bathroom storage solution

Since being married it has occurred to me that I take up a lot more space than my husband. I use more hair product. I sleep with more pillows. I have more clothes. And the list goes on. When I moved in after our wedding (which, have I mentioned before that we are just in our … Continue reading bathroom storage solution

super bowl party decorations {free and printable!}

Roman numerals. Who knew they'd come in handy at least once a year around Super Bowl season?!? XLVIII = 48. And, lest you think I'm a Roman numeral expert, I had to look it up here. As I was researching these fancy numbers, I suddenly had questions. What's the deal with Roman numerals today? Do … Continue reading super bowl party decorations {free and printable!}