Every year our club puts on a FUN adult Halloween party and we love to host our crew for a pre-party to kick off the festivities. We set up a bar with two signature drink options, beer and wine. I used tombstone chalk boards for drink recipes so everyone could make their own. The jello… Read More
Of all the celebratory breakfasts we’ve had over the years, the boys agreed a while back that chocolate chip waffles are their collective favorite. For that reason, I think every themed breakfast we’ve had since has included chocolate chip waffles. :-) As always, I set the table the night before and had everything ready to… Read More
Our Haunted Halloween Home Tour continues today in the dining room! Dare to dine with us? I just love how the table turned out this year! I change it every year, but reuse a lot of the same elements. If you think about a table in layers, start from the bottom and work your way… Read More
I had the honor of joining in with a group of talented friends to put together a Draper James inspired 40th birthday party for our fabulous friend Lindsay! Her thoughtful husband enlisted me in a crew of party planners to ensure L was celebrated in the same way she cares for all us. And it… Read More
After John’s confirmation mass, we filled our home with guests that love John, and we broke bread over a menu of John’s favorites. I had hoped to have the party outside in the courtyard under the twinkle lights, but it rained all day. My parents and my bestie worked tirelessly to help pick up tables… Read More
It’s National Dog Day and, coincidentally, Whit and I stumbled across the cutest items for little Anna’s first birthday this November. I figure I should share it now while you can find the in your store too. These were at Target in the party aisle. The babies did a thorough inspection. Honey could only snicker… Read More
Just like that and school is back in session!!! I know, I know…. we go back ridiculously early. We do! But, my kids know no different. We get 10 weeks of summer and a couple extra week long breaks during the school year and we really do like the schedule. While the night before was… Read More