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Happy Mother’s Day! As I celebrate the memory of my mother today, I can’t help but reflect on the lessons my mother taught me. My mother is no longer here to celebrate with me, but I am thrilled to celebrate her memory with my family. My life has been an incredible journey filled with women…
We hosted a wedding backyard party at our home a few years back, which was magical. I cannot wait to share it with you all today! My son Michael was the best man at the wedding, and his best friend from college (and volleyball teammate) was the groom. As you can see from the photo…
Tea is a delightful beverage, and tea bags are versatile household items with many surprising uses beyond teacups. Tea bags can be your secret weapon for various creative and unexpected purposes, from enhancing your beauty routine to tackling household chores. Let’s explore twelve fun and innovative ways to maximize your tea bags.
One of the most enchanting ways to celebrate the season is creating colorful spring tablescapes that capture the essence of springtime bliss. As the flowers bloom and the sun shines brighter, there’s no better time to embrace the beauty of spring. Spring tablescapes are so much fun to create, and they’re perfect for hosting a…
We just spent a weekend with Dave’s family in Portland. We enjoyed a trip to the Willamette Valley and visited three wineries. Wow! We visited Nicolas Jay, Domaine Drouhin, and Resonance. All I can say is that the Willamette Valley Pinot Noir wines are spectacular. I can’t wait to share my tips and thoughts about…
Nothing says celebration quite like a beautifully decorated spring cake, and this three-tier cake will steal the show on any special occasion. Whether planning a birthday bash, bridal shower, or wedding reception, this elegant spring cake adorned with delicate buttercream flowers and delicious confection will leave your guests in awe.
The perfect evening for a spring pizza night on the back porch and patio is tonight. I wanted to find a unique location for a fun dinner, and this is the perfect spot! I have wanted to have a fun pizza night at our home to celebrate spring. I thought I would host it on…
For as long as I can remember, our back porch has been a cozy retreat, with the sofa facing the fireplace, offering warmth and comfort on cool evenings. And then everything changed last week when we filmed a commercial at our home.
I love everything about lemons, so I have put together some of my favorite lemon vodka drinks. These are popular in our home all year long. I made lemon vodka and three cocktails: a lemon drop martini, a lemon-lime slush, and a lemon vodka tonic with just a little raspberry simple syrup.
Have you ever wondered how to rent your home for movies, TV shows, and commercials? I am sharing everything I have learned so you can, too! We have been able to rent our home for movies, TV shows, and commercials for years, and it has been an incredible experience. I have learned a lot over…
We have been enjoying our remodeled beach house for almost a year, and I wanted to share all of the Ventura House Beach Decor. For details, tap a link on anything below. So many of you have asked for resource links for items we used to decorate the beach house, so we made it easy…
Looking for creative and affordable May Day basket ideas? May Day baskets are a fun and easy way to show your loved ones how much you care. You only need creativity, everyday household items, and maybe a trip to your nearest craft store. Let’s take a look at how to make these adorable baskets!
Today is Earth Day, and if there was ever a day to start making changes, it’s today. Here are eight Earth Day ideas that can make a difference. Earth Day is a poignant reminder of the importance of protecting our planet and reducing our environmental footprint. There’s no better time to embrace sustainable practices and…
Michael turned 30 this past weekend, and we are so happy our family decided to come home for the birthday celebration. Everyone arrived on Thursday, which meant we had a hectic week! I organized the house and converted our old weight room into a grandkids’ bedroom. We also filmed a commercial on Monday, Tuesday, and…
For years, I have tried to make our living room more welcoming for guests and family, and adding a bar cart might be precisely what we need. My approach to styling the bar cart assumes we will use it, so I needed to leave space on the top shelf to mix drinks! As much as…
We hosted our dinner club, and to make it easy, I served a potluck. Here are some of my favorite potluck recipes. How do you serve a potluck for a dinner party? Since most of my time was spent setting up the table in our backyard, I knew my cooking time was limited. So I…
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