This post may contain affiliate links.  See my disclosure for more information.Like it? Share it!Low-pressure questions and candy ease tension and set the stage for people to have fun and get to know one another with this easy ice breaker. *Free Printable* Ice breakers are not my favorite thing.But getting to know people is not unpleasant. Candy is not unpleasant.So when I needed to come up with a new way to engage a class in a sharing activity, my mind went to a couple of other things I’ve done before. (Why re-invent the wheel, right?)I thought of a question activity where folks...…This post may contain affiliate links.  See my disclosure for more information.Like it? Share it!Low-pressure questions and candy ease tension and set the stage for people to have fun and get to know one another with this easy ice breaker. *Free Printable* Ice breakers are not my favorite thing.But getting to know people is not unpleasant. Candy is not unpleasant.So when I needed to come up with a new way to engage a class in a sharing activity, my mind went to a couple of other things I’ve done before. (Why re-invent the wheel, right?)I thought of a question activity where folks...WW…

This post may contain affiliate links.  See my disclosure for more information.Like it? Share it!Do you prioritize girl time, or are you lucky to squeeze some in on rare occasions?  Maybe you’re like me and you try be good at scheduling time, but most often end up falling into the latter category.One thing I try to do sorta semi-regularly is schedule girls movie nights with some of the younger ladies I know.  Maybe I see it as my job to introduce them to films they might not check out on their own.  Maybe it makes me feel younger.  Mostly, I like the chance to watch...…This post may contain affiliate links.  See my disclosure for more information.Like it? Share it!Do you prioritize girl time, or are you lucky to squeeze some in on rare occasions?  Maybe you’re like me and you try be good at scheduling time, but most often end up falling into the latter category.One thing I try to do sorta semi-regularly is schedule girls movie nights with some of the younger ladies I know.  Maybe I see it as my job to introduce them to films they might not check out on their own.  Maybe it makes me feel younger.  Mostly, I like the chance to watch...WW…

This post may contain affiliate links.  See my disclosure for more information.Like it? Share it!Jump to recipeThese oatmeal creme pie sandwich cookies are a special treat that are filled with sweet gooey nostalgia. Brown sugar oatmeal cookies with a marshmallow-ey filling. They’re easy to make, too! Sometimes you’re looking for a quick cookie recipe to knock out a sweet treat. Other times, you want to take the time to make something a little more involved. These special goodies are for those days. Not that they’re difficult. They’re cookies. But sandwich cookies simply have a few...…This post may contain affiliate links.  See my disclosure for more information.Like it? Share it!Jump to recipeThese oatmeal creme pie sandwich cookies are a special treat that are filled with sweet gooey nostalgia. Brown sugar oatmeal cookies with a marshmallow-ey filling. They’re easy to make, too! Sometimes you’re looking for a quick cookie recipe to knock out a sweet treat. Other times, you want to take the time to make something a little more involved. These special goodies are for those days. Not that they’re difficult. They’re cookies. But sandwich cookies simply have a few...WW…

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restyled furniture + thrifty home decorSummer is finally in full swing here, and I am loving the longer warm days.  When it comes to home decor, summer is the time when I like to keep things easy and no fuss.  Today I’m sharing my home decorated for summer and some simple tips to create relaxed summer style.  ***This post contains affiliate links.  For my complete disclosure, see here.***For me, nothing feels more like summer than a light and bright home with pops of blue.  I’ve used several shades of blue in my home this summer to create a cohesive and fresh...…restyled furniture + thrifty home decorSummer is finally in full swing here, and I am loving the longer warm days.  When it comes to home decor, summer is the time when I like to keep things easy and no fuss.  Today I’m sharing my home decorated for summer and some simple tips to create relaxed summer style.  ***This post contains affiliate links.  For my complete disclosure, see here.***For me, nothing feels more like summer than a light and bright home with pops of blue.  I’ve used several shades of blue in my home this summer to create a cohesive and fresh...WW…

restyled furniture + thrifty home decorIt’s no secret that I am a huge fan of thrifting.  I love the thrill of the hunt, and consider it a badge of honor to find a great deal.  I often receive comments from people that the thrift stores in their area just don’t have good stuff. That may be true, but with a few tricks, some patience and perseverance, you will have the best chance of finding good stuff no matter where you live.  Today, I’m sharing some of my favorite items to buy at thrift stores, and tips to help you find great thrift store treasures, too. ...…restyled furniture + thrifty home decorIt’s no secret that I am a huge fan of thrifting.  I love the thrill of the hunt, and consider it a badge of honor to find a great deal.  I often receive comments from people that the thrift stores in their area just don’t have good stuff. That may be true, but with a few tricks, some patience and perseverance, you will have the best chance of finding good stuff no matter where you live.  Today, I’m sharing some of my favorite items to buy at thrift stores, and tips to help you find great thrift store treasures, too. ...WW…

restyled furniture + thrifty home decorWhile large gatherings may be no bueno this summer, you can still create a special outdoor table for a more intimate dinner. To enjoy the final warm evenings of the season, I set a casual and inviting outdoor table for my family. I’ve got some simple ideas to help you enjoy an outdoor meal or two before the summer is over.To soften and cozy up the hard surfaces of the patio, I placed an outdoor rug under the table.  It defines the dining space on our patio and feels nice under bare feet. I placed a soft throw on the wood bench.  A...…restyled furniture + thrifty home decorWhile large gatherings may be no bueno this summer, you can still create a special outdoor table for a more intimate dinner. To enjoy the final warm evenings of the season, I set a casual and inviting outdoor table for my family. I’ve got some simple ideas to help you enjoy an outdoor meal or two before the summer is over.To soften and cozy up the hard surfaces of the patio, I placed an outdoor rug under the table.  It defines the dining space on our patio and feels nice under bare feet. I placed a soft throw on the wood bench.  A...WW…

restyled furniture + thrifty home decorAs I was cleaning out some drawers this past week, I came across old photos of our home. They were taken before we moved in 16 years ago when our home was newly built and staged by the builder.  In celebration of our home’s “Sweet 16,” I thought it would be fun to share the photos so you can see the changes we’ve made from then to now.I’m not calling these photos before and afters.  With the exception of our kitchen and master bathroom remodels, which were extensive but relatively quick transformations, the rest of our home has been slowly...…restyled furniture + thrifty home decorAs I was cleaning out some drawers this past week, I came across old photos of our home. They were taken before we moved in 16 years ago when our home was newly built and staged by the builder.  In celebration of our home’s “Sweet 16,” I thought it would be fun to share the photos so you can see the changes we’ve made from then to now.I’m not calling these photos before and afters.  With the exception of our kitchen and master bathroom remodels, which were extensive but relatively quick transformations, the rest of our home has been slowly...WW…

restyled furniture + thrifty home decorIt’s hard to believe October is already here, the temperatures are cooling, and the leaves are beginning to turn.  I have been slowly feathering my nest and adding some simple fall touches. I am welcoming the season into my home, but not going overboard with the fall decor.  I thought I would give you a little tour of my home this fall, and share the simple ways I am making my home cozy for the season.***This post contains affiliate links.  For my complete disclosure, see here.***I warmed up our white kitchen with some natural wood...…restyled furniture + thrifty home decorIt’s hard to believe October is already here, the temperatures are cooling, and the leaves are beginning to turn.  I have been slowly feathering my nest and adding some simple fall touches. I am welcoming the season into my home, but not going overboard with the fall decor.  I thought I would give you a little tour of my home this fall, and share the simple ways I am making my home cozy for the season.***This post contains affiliate links.  For my complete disclosure, see here.***I warmed up our white kitchen with some natural wood...WW…

This post may contain affiliate links.  See my disclosure for more information.Like it? Share it!Jump to recipe Super simple.  Yummy.  Feeds a crowd.You are going to want to hold on to this one.We hosted our second and final graduation party last weekend. (One week after we geniusly decided to hold a yard sale…not the best decision!)My eldest son had requested jambalaya for his grad party.  It was delish, but when my currently graduating son requested hot dogs and chips for his party, I was not disappointed at the ease of this menu.My son once said that Cheetohs...…This post may contain affiliate links.  See my disclosure for more information.Like it? Share it!Jump to recipe Super simple.  Yummy.  Feeds a crowd.You are going to want to hold on to this one.We hosted our second and final graduation party last weekend. (One week after we geniusly decided to hold a yard sale…not the best decision!)My eldest son had requested jambalaya for his grad party.  It was delish, but when my currently graduating son requested hot dogs and chips for his party, I was not disappointed at the ease of this menu.My son once said that Cheetohs...WW…