Charger plates provide a specified space for everyone attending a meal and add an elegant formality to the table setting. While I do love the look and space-reserving organization of a charger plate during a formal or not-so-formal meal, I also understand that not everyone is in to the … [Read more...] about 5 Unique Uses for Charger Plates
Mastering Your Laundry Mountain
Pretty much everyone has been there to one extent or another at one time or the next. That moment when you realize that you're behind on laundry. Like, WAY behind. As a result, an ominous pile of dirty clothes looms in your home. Maybe you often forget about the clothes in the washer until they're … [Read more...] about Mastering Your Laundry Mountain
Homemade Real Food Pancake Syrup
Ok. I know what you're probably thinking. Isn't maple syrup--like real, from-the-trees, maple syrup--THE real food pancake syrup? Well, yes, yes it is. But here's the deal. My family and I LOVE syrup on our pancakes, waffles, ice cream... And to use authentic, real maple syrup for … [Read more...] about Homemade Real Food Pancake Syrup
NingXia Wolfberry No-bake Energy Bites
As the mom to three kids ages {just barely} 5 and under, I am well-acquainted with the feeling of being exhausted and drained. It's not a fun feeling and I like to nix it as soon as I can when I drag myself out of bed in the morning. After all, I have a TON of work to do! And it all requires my … [Read more...] about NingXia Wolfberry No-bake Energy Bites
Homemade Hummingbird Nectar
Hummingbird nectar is definitely one of those "why buy when you can DIY" things. A lot of DIY stuff I don't care for because they're either too much work or cost just as much (or more!) than just buying it (like the kids' sandbox) or a combination of both. But hummingbird nectar--which costs as … [Read more...] about Homemade Hummingbird Nectar
The Grand America Hotel: A Stay Rich in Luxury
Luxurious and fancy are the terms that come to mind when I think about our complimentary stay at the amazing Grand America hotel in Salt Lake City, Utah. Everything about the hotel was indeed grand--from the comfortable rooms with marble bathrooms to the elegant chef-created meals. About the … [Read more...] about The Grand America Hotel: A Stay Rich in Luxury