JOY. Unspeakable Joy. Not only is this my word of the year, but a feeling I want to strive for each and every day. It has been almost two years since the passing of my husband and I can tell…
Hiking Essentials with Kids
Thank you CAPRI SUN for sponsoring this post. You can find CAPRI SUN’s four new drinks with All Natural Ingredient and No Sugar Added* products at most grocery retailers nationwide, including local grocery stores, mass merchandisers and club stores. Winter weather…
DIY Mason Jar Gifts
Does your Christmas list seem to be endless? Or do you need a last minute gift idea? These easy DIY mason jar gifts are cute, easy to make and inexpensive. Every year I say I’m going to be organized and…
Best Homemade Salsa Recipe
This is hands down the best homemade salsa recipe…ever! It’s spicy, chunky and delicious. My grandmother passed it down to my mother and then I learned to make it once I got married. Random side note – when Chad and…
Teaching Kids the Joy of Giving
Need some inspiration and ideas to teach kids the joy of giving? Here are some wonderful crafts for children to make and give to others! Christmas is all about receiving…well, that is what most children will tell you. But I…
Holiday Pizza Party
Are you hosting a holiday gathering this year? Be sure to make these crispy fried goat cheese appetizers. Having only a few family members over at my house is impossible. My family is so large and everyone has multiple kids….







