View fullsize Our dining room has a fireplace in it, and I love that it adds a lot of character to the space. There was one problem, though, that has kind of bugged me all along. The fireplace mantel was a very dark wood…
December is upon us…and those Black Friday/Cyber Monday packages have started arriving…which means it is time to start thinking about wrapping presents. Here are 3 ideas I came across that look great and are easy to execute. Star Garland and Kraft Paper View fullsize…
View fullsize Pumpkin pie is often the first dessert that comes to mind when making a Thanksgiving menu. I, for one, really like it, but I also know many people who do not. So, if you are looking for some alternatives to the traditional pumpkin…
View fullsize It would not be Thanksgiving for my husband if we did not make his favorite cheesecake. That being said, this would make a great dessert for the holiday season in general or for a dinner party where you want to impress your…
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and while I know many people have jumped right to Christmas, I can’t help but give this food-centric holiday its due. Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday, and to me, it’s the perfect way to send-off the fall season….
View fullsize There is so much out there in terms of advice for new moms. There is one thing I never came across that I wish someone had told me before we brought our tiny newborn home from the hospital—learn a song. It seems…
View fullsize Dylan and I are expecting our second child. (I am due April 2018). Naturally, I have all things baby on the brain. While I won’t start planning for the nursery until we find out the gender, I have been thinking about some…
This White Chicken Chili recipe is easy to put together and only uses on pot for easy clean-up. It’s a great meal for any day of the week!
View fullsize View fullsize We try to take a trip to the apple orchard each year. It’s a fun way to get out of the city, and it’s a great way to take advantage of the fall weather. I’ve also realized it is a…
View fullsize Basil is a common herb used for cooking. It comes in many varieties, but there are two types that are most commonly used. The first type is Sweet Basil, which like its name describes, tends to have a sweet, slightly aromatic flavor….
