Happy Friday!
What a week!
Let’s start with the high: The Florida Gators winning the National Championship in men’s basketball! WHAT. A. GAME. (And a late night). The Gators beat the Houston Cougars 65–63 in a nail-biter comeback win, securing their third national title—and their first since 2007…which just so happens to be when I was at UF! Watching the Gators take the title again, but this time from my couch with my kids beside me, was so nostalgic. Full-circle moment for sure. GO GATORS!
In other fun news…Spring Break officially kicks off today at 4:15 p.m.! I’ll be spending the day packing, tying up loose ends, and running those last-minute vacation errands since tomorrow is jam-packed with sports—and we’re wheels up early Sunday morning. I am so ready to unplug from work, laundry, and packing lunches, and soak up some sunshine (and margaritas!) with good friends.
Alright, let’s get on to the 5!
What You May Have Missed This Week
This week I shared…
- Masters Party Ideas: Hosting a Masters party? Or just here for the snacks + cocktails? Either way, I’ve got you covered with easy hosting ideas for the ultimate Sunday Funday! You can find the blog post HERE!
- Steak and Rice Bowls: If you’re looking for an easy, high-protein lunch that actually keeps you full (and tastes amazing), these Steak and Rice Bowls are it! They’re perfect for meal prep—I make a batch at the beginning of the week and love having lunch ready to go in the fridge. You can also find this recipe on Instagram if you prefer to save your recipes there!
- Crunch Wrap Supremes: Taco night got an upgrade with these homemade crispy, cheesy, crunchy Crunchwrap Supremes—and yes, they’re even better than the drive-thru.
- 5 Easter Recipes: I rounded up some of our favorite Easter recipes in case you’re looking for something fun and festive to serve this holiday!
- Colorful Floral Tablescape: This colorful table setting was so fun and easy to put together, and it’s perfect for everything from spring and summer dinner parties to Easter or Mother’s Day brunches, bridal or baby showers, and beyond.
Top 5 Reader Favorite Items
Your favorite items from this week…
- Extreme Geyser Tube: Another week in the top spot! This Geyser Tube is SO fun — drop in Mentos, launch soda 30 ft in the air, and watch the chaos. Comes with launcher + spray caps, and we reuse it all the time with new 2-liters. Perfect outdoor Easter basket gift they’ll freak out over.
- Magic Slushy Maker Cup: The second best-selling item from my Easter Baskets Fillers post. Just freeze, squeeze, and boom—instant slushy magic. Caroline has made SO MANY creative slushees with hers — the Yoohoo has been her fave.
- Turf Runner: From my Masters Party post! I roll this across the kitchen island (because why not turn your kitchen into a mini fairway?), add some fresh flowers for a pop of color, and sprinkle in a few golf balls and tees for that perfect golf vibe. Simple, but it totally set the tone for a fun Masters watch party!
- Swim Goggles: Hands down the best goggles. They fit well, don’t leak or fog up and unclip in the back so you don’t have to rip out your hair while taking them off your head!
- Wave Runner Grip It Football: The ultimate toss-around toy for pool days, beach trips, and the backyard. We buy this every year for Thomas’s Easter basket. It’s lightweight, easy to grip (even when soaked), and has a special grip pattern plus double laces that make it perfect for kids of all ages to throw like a pro.
1. The Sisterhood of the Traveling Cocktail Jar
Last summer, McKinsey and I started passing a cocktail jar back and forth—and officially named it The Sisterhood of the Traveling Cocktail Jar. It’s become one of our favorite little traditions. Anytime one of us whips up something sip-worthy, we drop the jar on each other’s doorstep to try. Last weekend I made a guava margarita that was absolutely jar-worthy. Highly recommend finding a cocktail buddy to do this with—it’s low effort, high joy.
Guava Margarita: 2 oz tequila + 1 oz fresh lime juice + 1 oz guava nectar + .5 oz orange liqueur + splash of agave (optional, if you like your margs a teeny bit sweet).
2. Pizza Roll-Ups
These have been a huge lunchbox win lately! The kids get so excited when they see me making them—and honestly, they couldn’t be easier. Just warm a tortilla (makes it easier to roll), add some pepperoni and shredded cheese, roll it up, then toast it in a skillet until golden and crispy. I use my burger press to help seal them up perfectly while they toast—game changer. I pack a little container of pizza sauce on the side for dipping, and boom: 10/10 delicious. Takes maybe 5 minutes, 8 if you’re grating your own cheese!
3. Closet Clean-Out
Over the weekend, I finally tackled a long-overdue closet clean-out and it feels so good. One of the areas that had been driving me nuts was the basket I used to toss all my accessories—headbands, belts, scrunchies, all just piled in together. It annoyed me every time I had to dig through it.
Finally, I grabbed this clear headband organizer, and I LOVE IT. It holds more than I expected, looks really sleek, and I love that I can actually see everything now. It comes with two organizers and they also stack, which is a huge win for saving space. Honestly, I don’t know why I didn’t do this sooner.
Here is the original basket situation I was working with…
Ta-Da!
4. Back Porch Update!
Our back porch is this close to being done and we’ve been dying to put it to use…but it’s still full-on pollen season and everything is currently coated in green dust. We’re planning to pressure wash everything next weekend and finally break it in—and I am so ready.
The latest update? These gorgeous new fans! The old ones were original to the house…so yeah, they were 37 years old.
While we had the electrician here, we went ahead and changed out another 1988 light fixture on the back of the house with a pretty new sconce. Upgrading all the lighting is seriously going to take us forever, but I love these little glow ups, one fixture at a time!
5. Summer Maxi Dress
This adorable dress arrived just in time to toss into my suitcase for Spring Break! (Excuse the wrinkles—I’ll iron it once I unpack.) It’s flowy, comfy, and comes in lots of prints. Plus, it’s super versatile—perfect for vacation, brunch, or running around town. It’s also lightweight, breathable, and has adjustable spaghetti straps, which is key for me!
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