Well, it's that time of year again! Welcome to my very first holiday-related post! I've had a request to post an Eggnog recipe from a fellow blogger, and since this is definitely my FAVORITE holiday treat, I jumped at the chance! It's just not possible for me to get in the holiday spirit without a… Continue reading Holiday Kitchen: Eggnog
Month: November 2018
Roasted Acorn Squash with Rice
Since I was a kid growing up in the Midwest, squash has been a staple food in my family. My absolute favorite winter squash is the Acorn Squash. There are so many things you can do with it. You can roast it, and serve it mashed with butter, or you can slice and bake it… Continue reading Roasted Acorn Squash with Rice
Basic Cocktails 101
So far in this blog when I talk cocktails it's usually something I have created myself. I love that I can share these concoctions with you and receive your feedback! Nothing makes me feel better than when I invent something that puts a smile on someone's face. I do realize though, that we all have… Continue reading Basic Cocktails 101
Baby, It’s Cold Outside!
The United States got hit with a cold snap over the weekend and we have been seeing our first big snowfalls and coldest temperatures of the year in some parts of the country. Winter is finally here and 'tis the season to cuddle up indoors and stay cozy! Being a Minnesota native, I am somewhat… Continue reading Baby, It’s Cold Outside!
Reflections
Hello beautiful! I have taken a break from writing for the last weekend while I had a friend visiting. Jeremy and I were schoolmates in Middle School and the first year of High School. We met in class one day and there was an instant connection. We remained close until I ran away a few… Continue reading Reflections
Be Thankful Every Day
Here in the United States, it's Thanksgiving. This is a day that we give thanks for everything in our lives. It has some traditional roots dating back to the establishment of our country, and while you may or may not agree with these, today is a day that we get together with our family and… Continue reading Be Thankful Every Day
Better Late Than Never: Beauty
I have always been extremely low maintenance. By low maintenance, I really mean, almost no maintenance. Don't get me wrong, I like to be pretty just as much as the next girl. I love makeup. I love wearing pretty clothes, smelling good. I just never really had a routine. I got in the shower, washed my… Continue reading Better Late Than Never: Beauty
My Mother’s Strength
I was at a loss for what to write in here today. Earlier, I wrote a submission for a fellow blogger's December blog series. I wasn't feeling particularly blocked until I came over here to my own blog and settled down to create a post for the day. Nothing came. I drank some coffee, ate… Continue reading My Mother’s Strength
Cocktail of the Day: The Easy Eden
I have always loved grapefruit so when Ketel One came out with their new Botanicals Vodkas, I was naturally excited for the Grapefruit Rose vodka. I recently bought a bottle, and let me tell you, it's nice. It is every bit as smooth as you would expect a Ketel One vodka to be. I was a… Continue reading Cocktail of the Day: The Easy Eden
Another Year With Our Hands Bound
Today is the anniversary of the day I joined my life to that of my best friend in the whole world. It marks another year that we have stood by one another, supported and loved each other. A year full of accomplishments, laughs, tears and setbacks. I thought I would take some time and celebrate… Continue reading Another Year With Our Hands Bound
The Boozy Housewife 