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My Friday Five – Fall Forward

Hello! It’s been quite a while since I’ve written a Friday Five post. The summer got away from me a bit, just as the weeks seem to do too. Work has been busy, but good. Carter is back in school…

Better Things Giveaway - including Rayban Sunglasses, leather clutch, Chipolo Bluetooth keychain and more!

Fall TV is Here! Better Things Giveaway

Fall is by far my favorite season. At least in the Midwest, it’s the best weather of the year, the re-introduction of cozy clothes, the start of college football season (Go Hawks!), time for pumpkin spice everything AND last but…

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How to Clean Garage Sale and Thrift Store Finds

Do you love garage sales, thrift stores and flea markets? Me too! Here’s a view of a few kitchen and glassware items I’ve found more recently that need some cleaning up. You can’t really see it from this angle, but that…

Red, White and Blue Cake Batter Blondies

Red, White and Blue Cake Batter Blondies

Cake batter blondies made patriotic with red, white and blue sprinkles. This is one of the easiest bar recipes and a big hit no matter what color sprinkles you use! Mid-August may not be the time you would most likely…

Sparkling Iced Tea and Lemonade

Sparkling Iced Tea and Lemonade

Combine the flavors of your favorite iced tea with a hint of sweet from lemonade and kick it up with light carbonation for your new favorite refreshing summer drink.   One of the most popular drink recipes on Sometimes Homemade…

caipirinha - a refreshing summer drink originating from Brazil

How to Make a Caipirinha

Move over margarita and mojito, Brazil’s national drink, the caipirinha is about to be moved into my favorite south of the border summer drink. It’s a lot easier to make than it is to pronounce (kai-pee-reen-ya) and oh so refreshing.…

Top 5 Things to Do on a Girls Trip to Nashville

I almost titled this Top 5 Things To Do in Nashville if you’re over 40, but I wasn’t quite ready to have that up there big and bold. In all honesty, this should really be Top 5 Things To Do…

My Friday Five

Oh hey Friday, you creeped up on me this week, but I’m happy to see you! Even though summer only officially started this week, I can’t believe that we’re almost to the 4th of July. Slow down please! Here’s what…

Mason Jar Herb Garden

Mason Jar Herb Garden

Herbs are easy to grow and if you’re looking to keep your crop small, mason jars make the perfect planter and can be used indoor or outdoor (with proper drainage). I know I’ve mentioned it before, but my husband is more…

House Hunting: Expectations vs. Reality

House Hunting: Expectations vs. Realities

As you start down the house buying process, there are a lot of give and takes when it comes to finding “the one”. This post has been sponsored by National Association of REALTORS ®. All thoughts and opinions are my…