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Easter Menu
Easter is here! I love this holiday for so many reasons - it represents new life, there is so much color popping up, and there is just this feeling of joy all around! Easter day has always been spent enjoying a wonderful meal together, taking the day slow, and being...
My 5 Must Do’s for Hosting
Let’s host!!! In all transparency- I have always loved hosting, but it hasn’t really been something I’ve done since Cody’s accident. Night time is by far the hardest part of our day, but it felt so great to welcome people into our home! Save this post for an easy list...
Adorable, Affordable Dress for Girls
These are all adorable and they all come with an accessory - which you know Julia loves! We went shopping a couple weeks ago and she wanted to try everything on in the dressing room and she just seemed so grown up! Shop Julia's finds HERE Hi I’m Teresa! I’m a mom to...
My Morning Routine (& Must Haves)
Are you a morning person? While mornings have always been my most productive time of the day- I did not get up early and have a solid morning routine until I was drowning and I felt like I had no other choice! I received advice that changed SO much for me- wake up...
Leprechaun Mac n Cheese
Looking for a magically delicious way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the little ones? Check out my Leprechaun Mac n Cheese Recipe! Not only is it a feast for the eyes with its vibrant green hue, but it's also a wholesome, kid-approved dish that will have them...
3 Classic Easter Looks from Amazon
I can’t decide which look is my favorite! The first dress is amazing quality, so versatile and comes in so many colors! It makes me feel like Jackie Kennedy! Dress 2 is one I’ve had and worn for so many occasions! It’s so classic! The hat is my grandmas which makes...
Healthy Snack Haul for Kids
I learned real quick in motherhood that I must have a snack in me at all times to avoid a hangry child 😅 Target has a great selection of snacks and I love their house brand food and gather 🥳 Of course these are processed, but that’s where balance comes into play! It...
Easter Mantel Decorations
After getting my front porch ready for Easter, I had to bring the decorations inside too and get our house all ready as well! I saw these flocked bunnies last year but they were sold out! I’ve been watching closely and I am so excited I got my hands on them! I added a...
3 Ways to Have Rotisserie Chicken
Rotisserie chicken is always on our grocery list. It is a great price point, it has great flavor, and it is so versatile! There are so many ways to use it- here are 3 of our favorites! BBQ Chicken Tostadas These are always a hit, and can be ready in 15 minutes! Grab...
Front Porch Reset – Easter Edition
We made it!!! With daylight savings time behind us, I can feel spring on the horizon!! I love the holidays, but I am so ready for the color, and warmer temps when March comes around! Spring cleaning always helps everything feel fresh for the season. I started with the...
3 Healthy Ways to have Pasta for Dinner
Pasta is usually a dinner I can make that everyone will eat without a meltdown! I love finding ways to add in extra veggies with every dish- and all 3 of these have lots of veggies in them! It adds so much flavor and of course, nutrients!! Goulash Who else grew up...
Party Christmas Trees – 25 Days of Christmas Recipes
What I Used: THESE styrofoam trees & toothpicks Instructions: You can use whatever you want on these trees! The key is making sure you fill them well so they are full and colorful! Wrap your styrofoam tree in saran wrap to protect the food from the styrofoam If...
Sausage Palmier – 25 Days of Christmas Recipes
Ingredients: 1 sweet onion, diced 2 TBS olive oil 8 ounces breakfast sausage 2 cloves minced garlic 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed 1/2 cup finely grated parmesan cheese 1 TBS dried basil 1 TBS dried oregano 1 tsp dried thyme 1 egg Honey Instructions: Heat olive...
Garlic Bread Christmas Tree – 25 Days of Christmas Recipes
Ingredients: 1 (8-oz.) tube crescent dough Olive oil spray Flour, for surface 1 (8-oz.) wheel of brie 1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce 1/4 cup. chopped pecans or nuts of choice 6 sprigs of rosemary, cut into 1” pieces Honey for drizzling Instructions: Preheat the...
Cranberry Brie Bites – 25 Days of Christmas Recipes
Ingredients: 1 (8-oz.) tube crescent dough Olive oil spray Flour, for surface 1 (8-oz.) wheel of brie 1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce 1/4 cup. chopped pecans or nuts of choice 6 sprigs of rosemary, cut into 1” pieces Honey for drizzling Instructions: Preheat oven...
Individual Christmas Charcuterie – 25 Days of Christmas Recipes
What I Used: THESE trays THESE gift bags Mini cupcake liners Toothpicks Ingredients: Black Olives Pepperocinis Variety pack of charcuterie meats* Cheese cubes* Sliced cheese* Red grapes Macaroons Peppermint Bark Honey roasted nuts Pickles For the Kid Version: Goldfish...
Smart Shopping for a Happy Home: Our Costco Christmas Must-Haves for a Family of 5
As the holiday season approaches, families find themselves preparing for festive gatherings, delicious meals, and quality time together. For a family of five, the hustle and bustle can be overwhelming, but with a little strategic planning, you can make the season...
Teresa’s Ultimate Gift Guides
Tis the season!! Our house is decorated, and it is just so joyful! We decorate before Thanksgiving- it makes everyone happy so we enjoy every minute of it! After we had kids, I realized as much as I loved Christmas, it was stressing me out! And thats when I knew I...
Baked Pasta & Meatballs
This is the perfect blend of creamy and tomatoey!!! It’s so delish and so easy!!! I love adding the can of diced tomatoes and bell pepper for extra veggies! The whole wheat noodles work great in this recipe and add some extra fiber! If you are gluten free, chickpea...
Grilled Pork Tenderloin
Oh Em Geee!!! This is one of our family faves - it is juicy, delish and look fancy but you know it’s simple!!! Ingredients Zest of 1 lemon 2 tbsp. Coconut sugar 2 tsp. smoked paprika 1 tsp. ground cumin 1 tsp. kosher salt 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 lb. pork...