The long Thanksgiving weekend coming to an end which means it’s time to start preparing for the coming week. My first step in preparing for the week is to look over my calendar and take note of all our family commitments. After I’ve taken inventory of our activities for the week I can plan our…
We took the boys to see A Snow White Christmas at the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts. We loved the re-imagined story and Panto style (audience interactive) of the production. The show was geared toward children but was filled with modern music and humor that were designed to keep the parents entertained as…
I have never had fruit cake, but the consensus is that it is one of the most despised Christmas desserts around. So, when I started celebrating Christmas with Joe’s family, I hesitated to try his mom’s fruit cake cookies. He swore they were the best cookies ever, so I gave them a try and was…
The 5th annual NC Chinese Lantern Festival is currently on display at the Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary, NC. Last week Joe and I visited and the all new display is phenomenal and a must-see during this holiday season. The Chinese lanterns are created by hand exclusively for this event. This walk through exhibit features…
One of my favorite hobbies is creating art with alcohol ink. Last Christmas the boys and I made Alcohol Ink Ornaments. They were super easy and fun to make. But I also like to make artwork for my home using alcohol ink. It’s super easy and the results are always unique. The key to creating…
So you’re going to a holiday party and you need to throw together a quick and easy dish to share with your friends. Stop by Trader Joe’s and pick up these 3 ingredients and you’ve got yourself a delicious appetizer. A few years ago I discovered this amazing combination and it’s become one of my…
I consider myself a summer girl, but I’m learning to embrace each new season. Summer is a social season with long days and warm nights perfect for spending time outside with friends. But there’s nothing better than pampering yourself and getting cozy on a crisp fall night. The dark, cold days can leave you feeling…
