Looking for a quick do it yourself gardening project this weekend? This is fun Birdbath Planter is a great way to welcome birds into your yard. I am a little obsessed with my planters. This project literally took me 15 minutes to complete. Talk about easy peasy! You can also get extra creative and spray paint your urn and center…
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How To Make The Perfect Grapevine Wreath
Need to add some pizzazz to your front door? Here is How To Make The Perfect Grapevine Wreath. There is nothing more welcoming than a wreath hanging on your front (or back) door. No matter what time of year, I always have a seasonal door wreath to welcome visitors. Decorating your own wreath is easy! Don’t be fooled or intimidated….
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Rise And Shine Strawberry Muffins
I’m all for grab and go healthy breakfast ideas at my house. While I love to prepare a nice breakfast each morning for my family, our busy schedules usually get in the way. These delightful strawberry muffins are a perfect option for a quick “grab and go”. They are sweet, moist, and oh so delicious. They are perfect for breakfast,…
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Strawberry Sangria – A Refreshing Summer Drink
A nice refreshing glass of sangria is often my drink of choice during the summer months. I admit, I am not much of a wine drinker but I do enjoy the sweetness and fruitiness of sangria. Last week, I hosted our monthly “girls night out” which we affectionately call “Book Club,” even though the only book all of us ever…
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Crazy About Container Gardening
OK, I’ll admit it. I go a little overboard around here when it comes to my flower pots. I LOVE my flower pots! And, I plant a lot of them….in all shapes and sizes. I put them everywhere…around our pool, around the yard, near our front and back doors. I guess you can say I get a little crazy with…
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Annie’s Blue Ribbon Chocolate Cake
My mom can bake! When I mean bake, I mean the old fashioned way…..from scratch. Everything! Cakes, pies, cookies, breads, you name it she can make it. Growing up, I have such wonderful memories of the house smelling like a bakery. She would bake on Wednesday’s (her day off from work) and make enough sweets and breads to last us…
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Gardening With Kids – Making It A Fun Family Activity!
Gardening with your kids is a great family activity. It’s gets them off the couch, away from the electronic devices and outdoors to enjoy nature. Gardening with kids can teach a lot of great lessons. Children like to learn by doing. And, if they are anything like my children were when they were young, they love to play in the…
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Chicken Breast Stuffed with Fresh Spinach, Feta & Roasted Peppers
“Don’t forget to eat your Spinach!” I would cringe every time my mom or dad said that to me as a child. They would say look how strong in makes Popeye. I would say, no thank you! Over the years, my tastes have changed and I have grown to like this healthy super food. It is loaded with vitamins…
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I’m Attending! 2014 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration On-The-Road
Hello, my name is Melissa, and I am addicted to Disney! Earlier this week,my love for all things Disney went through the roof. I opened my email and found out I was selected to attend the 2014 Disney Social Media Moms On The Road Celebration in Philadelphia. Holy Cow! Even email can be sprinkled with Pixie Dust! This invitation-only event…
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A Pinteresting Idea! – Chalkboard Flower Pots
I love Pinterest! In fact, I think I am slightly addicted to it. It is my go-to site for ideas and inspiration for practically everything. Since it is such a wonderful resource, I thought I would periodically write about something that I have pinned, whether it be something I made myself or an idea I pinned from someone else. Since…
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