When life is busy for more than one week in a row, I usually resort to a two week menu plan. This helps because it's something I can do ahead of time - I can plan the menu, make my grocery list and even place my grocery order so that it's all ready when I… Continue reading Two Week Menu Plan {8.23.21}
Category: Time Management
Another Oven Free Menu Monday + Slow Cooker Peach Cobbler {8.9.21}
We're still waiting for our oven to be fixed - they are supposed to come out on Friday - but as you'll see we still ate very well. 🙂 I tried two new essentially summer recipes with this menu plan: a watermelon salad and a peach cobbler. They were both delicious! On The Menu Breakfast:… Continue reading Another Oven Free Menu Monday + Slow Cooker Peach Cobbler {8.9.21}
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}
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}
How I Make My Manicure Last All Week
this post contains affiliate links - I receive a commission if you make a purchase using those links ❤ I love having my nails painted! To me, it's the perfect finishing touch to a pulled-together look. I don't have the time or the money for salon manicures but I've gotten the hang of doing my… Continue reading How I Make My Manicure Last All Week
10 Steps To A Tidy Home
We've all had those moments at the end of a long week when we look at the disaster area that doubles as our living space and think, "I don't even know where to start! I'll go to bed and take care of it later." This approach might satisfy you for a few hours, but eventually… Continue reading 10 Steps To A Tidy Home
Menu Monday + Hot Dog Summer {6.21.21}
In case you weren't aware, my husband's favorite food is hot dogs. He could literally eat them twice a day every day and be totally happy. I thought it would be fun to turn our weekly date nights into something different for the summer so I put my own spin on a popular hashtag and… Continue reading Menu Monday + Hot Dog Summer {6.21.21}
How To Create A Summer Routine
Over the years I've learned that I enjoy my life so much more when I have established routine and order in my daily schedule and in my surroundings. I thrive on routine! Much of that has to do with my personality - I know there are many people who thrive on spontaneity and flexibility. However, I… Continue reading How To Create A Summer Routine
Menu Monday {6.7.21}
One of the ways I find ideas for menu planning is by referencing my Main Dishes Pinterest board. I almost always do this based on what I brought home from the grocery store (also called reverse menu planning). My Pinterest board is organized by protein or type of recipe, so it's easy to scroll through… Continue reading Menu Monday {6.7.21}
When You’re Overwhelmed or Burned Out
Overwhelm can come from lots of different sources - busyness, stress, financial pressure, sickness and more. I even find myself overwhelmed and burned out from living with myself and my sinful, wicked heart! Ever been there? I don't like being overwhelmed or burned out and I imagine you don't either! Since we're right at the… Continue reading When You’re Overwhelmed or Burned Out
