• Kids,  Weekend Recap

    Weekend Recap {8th Birthday Edition}

    Guys, I officially have an 8 year old. And I look way too young for it 🙂 Ben turned 8 yesterday and we celebrated all day long, but before I get too carried away, let’s back up a bit. Thursday night we wen’t to the women’s basketball game and while Ben enjoyed it, Jack was more focused on his Dip n Dots. Can’t say I blame him.  I posted this on my Instagram, but Friday at work we filmed a video for one of our programs and I also got to do the voice over for it. Now all I need is an animated movie.  Friday night was super low key…

  • Recipes

    Gooey Cookies & Cream Brownies

    Oreos, chocolate, and devils food oh my. These brownies are not only addicting, but super easy to make. Are you noticing a theme in all my recipes?  I was inspired by a pin that ended up being a bad link, but that didn’t stop me. After doing a little searching I finally stumbled upon this recipe which I adapted to make these brownies. What You’ll Need: -1 box Devil’s Food Cake Mix -1 stick of salted butter, melted -1 egg -1 cup white chocolate chips -1 can sweetened condensed milk (14oz) -15 oreos, crushed What To Do: -In a bowl, combine cake mix, butter, and egg. The batter will be thick. -Press…

  • 5 on Friday

    Friday, Friday

    I had grand plans for posts this week but then a sinus and double ear infections happened. I’m finally starting to feel better (fingers crossed) and let’s hope we don’t get any more germs this winter. If you want to see what death looks like, check out my Instagram from when I was sick. Keeping it real you guys. As usual, I’m linking up with Christina, Karli, & Amanda for this week’s five. one. It’s Inauguration day and I’m really hoping no one loses their shit and goes crazy. So many emotions come up every time I turn the news on that I have to turn it off. I pray and hope that our new president…

  • Holidays

    Christmas 2016

    Before we get too far into the new year I wanted to recap our Christmas. This was probably my most favorite Christmas yet. The kids were so excited for all their gifts and most importantly they were grateful which is something we’ve really worked on. On Christmas Eve Eve we made our cookies for Santa. I used the Betty Cracker sugar cookie mix in a bag where you add butter and eggs. It worked perfectly and the cookies held their shape. So many choices. We celebrate with J’s side of the family on Christmas Eve which started with lunch and presents at his mom’s house. I just adore them. Cousins.…

  • 5 on Friday

    Friday, Friday

    I can’t remember the last time I did a Friday post and man it feels good to be back. I’m linking up with Christina, Amanda, & Karli to bring you my 5 things this week. one. It was 74 degrees here on Wednesday and today we have all sorts of winter storm warnings as heavy ice is headed our way. I can’t say I’m all that sad about it since the schools are closed tomorrow, my work is closed, and I’m stocked up on groceries and wine for the next several days.  two. While I may not have even up wine as part of my New Year Resolutions, I did vow to be more conscious…