July is always a fun month with lots of reason to celebrate! We spent July 4th in downtown Greenville at the new(ish) Gather GVL food truck spot. It was unseasonably pleasant, in the low 80's, so we took advantage of that and tried a new hot dog place. My nephews spent the day with us… Continue reading July 2021 In Review
The Easiest Way to Organize Your Freezer or Stockpile {Printable Download}
No matter what size or shape your freezer is - it can be a pain to keep organized! I only have the freezer above my refrigerator (some day I'd love to have a separate freezer), but things get lost even in that tiny space. When my freezer is completely full, it is impossible to see… Continue reading The Easiest Way to Organize Your Freezer or Stockpile {Printable Download}
Oven Free Menu Monday {7.26.21}
I usually try to plan mostly oven free meals this time of year. My kitchen gets all the afternoon and evening sunlight which is beautiful but is also hot. 🙂 This time, however, I don't have a choice. Last Sunday morning we had a series of brief power outages that seem to have fried my… Continue reading Oven Free Menu Monday {7.26.21}
Are You Pointing At The Rain Or At God? | How To Glorify God In Your Conversations
I opened the door for our contractor and he stepped inside, out of the dark, humid and rainy summer morning. I said, "Wow, it's really gross out there!" He responded with, "I'm thankful the Lord directed my plans this week. I did my outside work yesterday instead of today like I originally planned." Instantly I… Continue reading Are You Pointing At The Rain Or At God? | How To Glorify God In Your Conversations
Comfort Classics: State Fair {Movie Review}
What's better for this time of year than a musical about a state fair? I am excited to review one of my lifelong, top 5 favorite movies today - State Fair! This is a classic Rogers and Hammerstein musical that I can watch over and over. Rundown: Year: 1945Starring: Jeanne Crain, Dana Andrews, Dick Haymes… Continue reading Comfort Classics: State Fair {Movie Review}
5 of My Favorite Dollar Tree Kitchen Tools
There are so many reasons to love Dollar Tree, and their wall of kitchen utensils is definitely one of them! I pulled five of my favorite DT kitchen tools out of the drawer today to share them with you. #1 Small Colander I happen to have a metal/stainless steel version, but this colander is also… Continue reading 5 of My Favorite Dollar Tree Kitchen Tools
Everything You Need To Wrap A Gift!
Have you ever made a desperate stop at the store on your way to an event - in search of a gift bag for the gift you're taking to the event? Or do you find yourself digging through your stash of gift wrap supplies, looking for something that isn't too Christmasy that you can use… Continue reading Everything You Need To Wrap A Gift!
Living Room Project Update: How I Spent $500 in One Room
3 months ago I shared with you my plans for the living room, using the $500 I was given by a sweet friend. Today I'm back with the reveal! Below is the "before" picture. My plans were to find a new rug, new window coverings, at least one corner table and a few accessories. And… Continue reading Living Room Project Update: How I Spent $500 in One Room
Menu Monday + Ideas for Using Up Leftovers {7.12.21}
Leftovers are a part of life - no matter how hard we try, we all end up with them at one time or another. Here are a few ways to use up leftovers: Plan a second night to serve something that makes more than one meal's portion. For example, I know there will be leftovers… Continue reading Menu Monday + Ideas for Using Up Leftovers {7.12.21}
June 2021 In Review
Summer is here! It's time to wrap up June, can you believe it? These are the highlights from the month - so keep in mind that they are just that, the highs. This month certainly had challenges, busy days, and plenty of things to keep us on our knees. More about that at the end… Continue reading June 2021 In Review
