Do you ever wish sometimes you had a fun party to go to? Or just want a simple reason to celebrate? Something to get all dressed up over and feel the excitement? Have something or someone to enjoy and escape the “normal” everyday ritual just for a little while? To feel like you just put…
The BLOCK ‘BOO’ BASH!
~On The Menu~ White Bean & Chicken Chili Traditional Chili Original & Jalapeno Cornbread Ghoulish Cupcakes Caramel & Chocolate Covered Apples Sugar Cookies Old Fashioned Chocolate Chip Cookies Candy Hot Apple Cider *Roasted Marshmallows* ~Some “Kids on the Block“~ ~Under the Harvest Moon~ We ate some really good food. 🙂 Sipped on hot Apple Cider….
party prep with some little helpers
I think this boy approves of our batches of apples we made. He was literally drooling…so was I. “We have to wait just one more day.” Seems forever for him & me. Michaels is the place to be if you are planning a party!!! I cannot tell you all the little fun stuff I got…
Ideas for our Block Party
from Michael’s My friend & neighbor Shannon & I are throwing a Block Boo Bash!!! Fall is such a great time to throw a party. Especially an outdoor one. So much natural beauty to use for decor. We are keeping our fingers crossed for no rain. I am so excited, I love the planning &…
playing house – playdate
It was a lovely day to play house at the Nest. Cookies, lemonade, children, laughter, imagination, & paint. I turned them loose to decorate as they wished on their house. Either using brushes or their hands, it became a true work of art from their design. Of course, I had to set up a clothes-line…
Kid Friendly:: Homemade Granola
A few have asked for the recipe of the homemade granola we had at the birthday brunch. It was delish, and there wasn’t any sugar added. All ingredients were sugar free. So here goes… 2 cups old fashioned oats1 teaspoon of good vanilla1 teaspoon of cinnamona pinch of saltzest of an orange1/4 brown sugar *splenda*1/2…
The Gingham Birthday Brunch
THE BRUNCH MENU blueberry streusel muffins orange cream butter frozen watermelon pops fruit salad vanilla bean cream cake vanilla cupcakes izze fruit drinks organic yogurt & homemade granola Our mini parfait bar – I must say, I think it was a hit! ~Some party highlights~ Pools, bubbles, balloons, sweet treats to munch, dress up photo…
Cinco de Mayo Party Props
To wear: A fun party calls for a fun dress. I love any kind of a tunic: dress, tops, cover-ups, you name it. This one happens to be from here. Her tunics, patterns, and colors are amazing. Love this pink straw bag. I think it could hold a diaper or two. Whatdayou think? I am…