This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of The J.M. Smucker Company. The opinions and text are all mine. I’m a huge animal lover. Always have been and always will be. I’ve had cats, fish, reptiles, and even a chinchilla, but nothing has come close to the relationship I have with my…
Home Game Night
Thank you Deer Lord! for sponsoring this post. Grab your new edition of Deer Lord! social party game, available through Target retail stores starting July 30. I was recently given the opportunity to host my own home game night with a few of my fave girlfriends and try out a fun new game that…
DIY Pom Pom Balloon Tails
There are some special events that just don’t feel complete without balloons. (Birthdays being one of them!) But sometimes a basic balloon can feel a little lackluster and boring. By dressing up a few details you can make the balloons at your next event a little more than just basic! This project is easy and…
BBQ Pork Nachos
Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Smithfield® Prime Fresh Pork. The opinions and text are all mine. I’m all about easy recipes when it comes to summer entertaining and one that can serve a crowd is an added bonus! The last thing I want to do is spend all day inside prepping ingredients…
Harry Potter Butterbeer Birthday Cake
July is full of many important dates, but there is one that remains one of my very faves. It’s July 31st and for my fellow Harry Potter fans, you know EXACTLY what this date symbolizes…the one and only birthday of Mr. Harry Potter, himself. It just didn’t seem right not to do something festive, so…
Infused Fruit Water
A little over a year ago, I did the un-thinkable. I gave up soda. I didn’t think I could do it, but alas, here I am…living on coffee, un-sweetened iced tea, and water. LOTS of water. And, guys, I’m soooo not a water person. As much as I try to enjoy it, I just don’t….
DIY Drink Buckets
We’re deep into the Summer party season and keeping drinks cold always seems to be at the forefront of any party planners mind when you’re dealing with summer sun and 100 degree heat. But using the same old (ugly, sorry, but it’s true!) cooler, gets a little boring and doesn’t exactly omit a party vibe….
Chicken Rice Bowls
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #UncleBens #FlavorInfusions #CollectiveBias I’m always on the hunt for healthy, quick, and easy dinner recipe ideas. Don’t get me wrong, I do like taking the time to prepare a fancy meal here and there, but during the week,…
Grilled Hawaiian Teriyaki Hot Dogs
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #KickinItWithKikkoman #CollectiveBias Hot dogs are a summer and barbecue staple. I don’t see them going anywhere anytime soon. But that good old classic hot dog can get a little boring sometimes. So today, I’m sharing an easy recipe…
Printable Summer Treat Bag Toppers
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SnackSnapShare #SnackStories #CollectiveBias Barbecues, pool parties, camp outs, outdoor movie nights, and more! All fun summer activities to do with friends and family and all of them also involve snacks! My specialty! (No, really…I have “snack time” as…