We have had SO much fun the last couple of weekends celebrating Halloween….without kids! We kicked things off at an Into the Woods Fairytale themed soiree hosted by parents on John’s lacrosse team. They went ALL out and had perfectly themed and decorated every.single.thing. My favorite was the inflatable Gaston’s Tavern in the back yard! … Read More
Have you ever been really fascinated by something that was essentially risk free to try but still put it off forever? That was me with essential oils. I’ve talked about my dear friend Ashley rather frequently in regards to Disney, but she also is extremely knowledgeable about essential oils and sells for doTERRA. (Instagram: Disney… Read More
We love a roast and I have tried a lot of recipes and methods over the years. When I saw this one on the Number 2 Pencil Blog, I knew I had to try it. When I got the Instant Pot I specifically purchased one with a slow cook function to not have to keep… Read More
The Magnolia Table Chicken & Fettuccine Alfredo was another big hit around here! It is time intensive but everyone gobbled it up. I’m not sure we had a scrap left. Here’s the recipe. I usually shy away from those that won’t fit on one page, but this one was a worthy exception. :-) Note: I started… Read More
We had such a wonderful day at Georgia Tech’s Homecoming festivities! It was a stunning fall day full of family, friends and football. Honey and John were across town at a lacrosse town so Whit and I headed down with bestie M and her crew bright and early for the Georgia Tech Alumni Tailgate! Everything… Read More
I’m popping in today for a rare mini-update on John. He woke up yesterday like this… … and a few hours later was sporting braces!! (He requested “social media shout out” but will have to make do with this “Hi” here on the blog.) Getting and wearing braces was one of the most hideous phases… Read More
When we were driving back from Disney last Sunday I made my weekly menu in the car and ordered my groceries online to be delivered an hour after our return. It was SO convenient! I took my September Southern Living on the road and decided to add this recipe, Skillet Enchiladas Suizas, to the menu. … Read More