Before we moved into our home this past fall, I was hellbent on turning the one area of my downstairs into a breakfast nook. I envisioned my kids eating meals there and doing homework — a true hub for us all to reconvene around. As soon as I got furniture in, this started changing fast. I knew we would be tight on space without a pantry, but it felt like even less once all the pots and pans, dishes and…
I’ve been blessed with two very active boys. Neither one of my children have been the type of baby to be set down in a playpen to entertain themselves. They both prefer to be…
If you’re coming on over from my friend Lindsay’s blog, Aratari at Home, welcome! Wasn’t her tablescape inspiring? If you’re not, welcome to your first stop on the Home Sweet Valentine Blog Hop! We…
I’m going to say two words and I want you to think of an image that represents those words in your head: Valentine’s Day. Did you immediately think of something red? There’s a good…
Today is the Super Bowl! Goooo SPORTS! Are you in it for the football or for the food and commercials? I’m in it to decorate. Because I like leaving my decorations up for an…
As soon as February rolls around, we gear up for the Big Game! I know you’re probably thinking, “You’re from Buffalo, what do you have to celebrate?” and alas, you’re right. But it’s still…
Blogging has motivated me to do so many things. I’ve taken trips, started hobbies, and made new friends along the way. I’ve been very lucky to have the means to push myself to…
It should come as no surprise that I love creating. In fact, it’s the entire reason why I started this blog! Over the years I’ve tried my hand at scrapbooking, jewelry making, woodworking —…
Can we all agree that men are really difficult to buy gifts for? Men’s gifts tend to lean on the expensive side and can also feel more like necessities. For years I showered Tyler…
If you’re anything like my family then you’re gearing up for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker! My husband is a huge Star Wars fan who has done everything in his power to get…
Fox has always been a good eater but lately he’s seemed pretty bored with his options. Most of the quick and easy meals I’ve come up with the food him aren’t always the healthiest…
Welcome friends! Whether you’ve made your way over from Lynne at My Family Thyme or you’re a regular here, I’m excited to be sharing my traditional vintage farmhouse Christmas dining room tour with you…
Fall is my favorite season of all, so it’s no surprise I maximize my celebration of these colorful leaf shedding months to the fullest extent. For me, it goes far beyond a trip to…
We’ve all probably been asked whether or not we prefer to give or receive, but someone recently asked me a similar question that gave me pause. Do you think it’s more important to exchange…
Thank you Castello Cheese for sponsoring this post. Castello Cheese makes entertaining easy with its range of flavors. If you’ve ever been to my house for a party, you already know that I do…
