Omni Homestead Resort (Summer)

For those of you who have been following my family’s adventures for some time, you know we are big fans of the Omni Homestead Resort in Hot Springs, Virginia. For the last two to three years we have been visiting the Omni Homestead throughout the colder, winter seasons. Who could blame us? It’s such a…

Puff Pastry Flags

Need a cute themed pastry for your next patriotic event? I have just the one- it’s level beginner but looks like an expert baker made it! This dessert is for the fruit lover! I’m sure you could substitute some of the fruit for chocolate or Nutella if strawberries aren’t your thing. So let’s get right…

Union Jack Birthday Theme

Earlier this year we had the chance to visit the United Kingdom and immediately fell in love with London. My middle son knew he wanted a Union Jack themed birthday when he turned 13. For this post, I will be sharing just a few ways I incorporated this theme for his birthday photo backdrop. There…

Wine Bottle Bouquet

Mother’s Day is just around the corner and I have the perfect gift idea you’ll want to save! This is such a fun gift not just for Mother’s Day, but for any celebratory occasion. You can customize it however you want! Wine Bottle Bouquets have been trending for a little while now and I finally…

Grande Lakes Resort J.W. Marriot

This blog post is kindly sponsored by Grande Lakes Resort J.W.Marriot. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. Having a family of five (soon to be six) means we are always on the hunt for travel destinations that have something for all ages. Believe it or not, that’s not an easy task! When I…

Easter Deviled Eggs

One recipe that has always found it’s way around many Easter tables is the beloved deviled eggs. I have to be fully transparent though, this was the FIRST time in my life trying them. I know. The rock I was living under was quite large. Obviously, I saw them all growing up but was always…

Fruit Burrata Recipe

What’s more delicious than a plate of Burrata with fresh fruit and warm French bread? I can’t think of anything else! This is one of my favorite ways to enjoy Burrata- call it a pregnancy crave (surprise, I’m expecting) because of the sweet and tart combo of the fruit. Let me show you just how…