For the past few months, my friend Ashley has hosted a group of moms for a small group. We have been reading Present Over Perfect (which is terrific!), but mainly we chat about mom things and encourage one another. As moms of small children, girlfriends can be a true treasure! To celebrate Christmas, Ashley had all of […]
DIY Wood Bead Garland
This holiday season we stepped up our game in the decorating department. We had more motivation than normal, because we knew we’d be hosting Todd’s work crew, and wanted to have a cohesive and festive look. Our home is a rustic, craftsman style with lots of wood and stone. One project that I would absolutely […]
Spaghetti Squash with Simplified Bolognese
Recipes like this one are what make me so excited to share my food ideas with you all! This is one of those meals that looks much more impressive than it actually is, it is healthy, filling, and can be made ahead! All of the best things a recipe can be, in one. I actually […]
Christmas Dinner Party
Hosting and party planning are two of my passions, and this year I was able to use both. We (with the help of Todd’s boss) hosted Todd’s co-workers for their Christmas party. His division is spread throughout the southeast, and Charlotte was the most central location for us all to get together and celebrate. If […]
Dinner Party Idea: Build Your Own Buddha Bowl
I will admit – I am one of those (annoying) people who truly loves vegetables. I could eat a meal like this three times a day. If you follow me on instagram, you know how much I obsess over a bowl like this! But even if you aren’t a veggie lover, THIS is a really […]
Cashew Cream Sauce and Vitamix On Sale!
Let’s discuss the best vegan cream sauce that will take almost any dish up a notch! I learned about using cashews to make a cream sauce earlier this year (behind the curve, as always), and I have been making it nonstop since. Todd and my boys love it as well, and it really helps elevate […]