Happy Friday! If you read my weekly newsletter, you know Matt and I are on a little tropical getaway the next few days while the kids are at camp, so let’s get right down to it! Oh wait — before we dive in, a quick camp update! I got a bunch of questions after I …
This lavender lemonade cocktail is truly the most perfect summer beverage for sipping poolside, at the beach, or serving at large summer gatherings. It’s sweet, zesty, delightfully floral, and easy to make for a large crowd. And it only requires a few ingredients. The secret to this cocktail…is using Chick-fil-A lemonade. And we’re taking this …
Happy Friday! Summer is in full swing over here! The kids have been running wild with neighborhood friends, staying up late, catching fireflies after dark, bingeing episodes of Malcom In The Middle, and squeezing in evening swims. It’s been summer chaos in the best way. We’re also deep in sleepaway camp prep – pulling down …
Last year’s mahjong pool party was one of my favorite gatherings of summer, and I couldn’t wait to bring it back this year – bigger, splashier, and with the perfect summer spritz bar. (You can peek at last summer’s party HERE!) I kicked off this year’s pool mahj season with an afternoon full of sunshine, …
An UPDATED list of fun Charlotte NC Date Ideas! There is always so much happening around the Queen City! Date nights and couple activities in Charlotte NC abound. Whether you’re looking for a fun, romantic, couples/groups, casual, or competitive date night, I’ve got you covered with a wide variety of ideas! Rally Pickleball Grab another …
If you’re planning a trip and looking for restaurants in Wrightsville Beach, NC, you’re in for a treat – and I’m not just talking about the gorgeous blue ocean and soft sandy shore. Wrightsville Beach is a coastal gem when it comes to dining, offering a diverse array of restaurants that cater to every palate. …
Happy Friday! We are officially on summer break!!! The kids wrapped up school on Tuesday, and we welcomed them off the bus with water balloons and super soakers – it was chaos in the best way. Now we’re easing into our new summer rhythm with less structure, fewer routines, and a big shift in how …
Happy Friday – and it’s a big one over here because today is FULL of celebrations! We’re kicking things off this morning with Caroline’s 5th grade graduation (feeling all the feels), followed by a fun lunch out with 8 other moms and daughters. My mom flies in today, Caroline has a graduation party tonight (with …
This Loaded Baked Potato Dip is everything you love about a loaded baked potato, but in dip form – served up on a chip! I’ve been making this dip since 2014, and I’m so excited to re-share it from the archives (with updated photos). It’s creamy, cheesy, and packed with crispy bacon, green onions, and …
A delicious collection of our favorite fresh salads for summer! Looking for some fresh, easy salad ideas to whip up this summer? Well, I’ve got you covered with these 10 super tasty salads that are perfect for hot days, BBQs, or just when you want something light and refreshing. These salads are anything but boring—they’re …
Happy last Friday of Maycember!! This week has felt like a perfect snapshot of end-of-school-year chaos. The kids wrapped up their last two EOG tests (hallelujah, that’s one major mental tab I can finally close), but we’re still knee-deep in the madness. I’m somehow prepping for summer camps while juggling graduation parties, school events, and …
If we were grabbing coffee today, I’d probably be running a few minutes late—but I’d show up excited and ready to dive straight into a fun chat. And of course, I’d have to tell you about a few little things that have been bringing me happiness lately. Nothing major, just the small stuff that’s adding …