About Stephanie

About Stephanie

Thank you for stopping by! Hi, my name is Stephanie, and I am from a little town just north of Seattle, Washington. I’ve been married for 34 years to my high school sweetheart. We have three beautiful and amazing children, Ali, Alex, and Alissa (I know, I got stuck on the A’s). We are empty-nesters now and our kids are starting to grow their own families. We have four amazing grandchildren and one more on …

Fitness Travel

Self-Care and Nature

Self-Care and Nature Self Care is my Super Power Self-care and nature are deeply intertwined, offering a holistic approach to mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Engaging with the natural world can be incredibly rejuvenating, as it helps ground us and creates a sense of calm and clarity. Here are some ideas and tips for blending self-care practices with nature: Outdoor Meditation & Mindfulness Find a quiet outdoor spot, maybe a garden, park, or nearby nature …

Holiday Home Decor

Setting the Table for Thanksgiving

Setting the Table for Thanksgiving Sitting around a beautifully set Thanksgiving table with family and friends is a warm, joyful experience that fills the heart. As you gather around, there’s a true sense of togetherness and gratitude in the air. The flicker of candlelight creates a cozy glow, and the rich, warm colors of the table remind everyone of the comfort and abundance of the season. Setting the table for Thanksgiving is a great way …

Fashion

Wedding Guest Dresses

Wedding Guest Dress Inspo Aside from the bride herself, you’ll be the best-dressed wedding guest in one of these beautiful dresses. When choosing a dress to wear as a wedding guest, it’s important to consider the dress code, the venue, and the season. The location of the wedding can influence your dress choice. For example, a beach wedding may call for a light, flowy dress, while a traditional church ceremony may require a more modest and …

Fashion Travel

Resort Wear 2023

Resort Wear 2023: What to Wear on Vacay Resort wear typically refers to clothing and accessories worn on vacation, particularly in warm weather destinations such as tropical islands, beach resorts, or cruise ships. We will be heading to Fort Lauderdale next week, and these are a few of the outfits I will be taking. Some common examples of resort wear include sundresses, maxi dresses, lightweight tops and blouses, shorts, swimsuits, and cover-ups. Sundresses, Maxi Dresses, …

Holiday Sips with Steph

12 Nights of Christmas Cocktails

12 Nights of Christmas Cocktails HO HO HO! Happy Holidays! The holiday season is an excellent time to try out some new cocktail recipes. I’ve put together some of my favorites and wanted to share them. Night One~Eggnog Martini  Fill shaker with ice, add all ingredients.Shake well and add to a martini glassRim martini glass with crushed gram crackersGarnish with a dash of nutmeg Night Two ~Peppermint Martini Fill shaker with ice, add all ingredients …

Fashion Holiday

Ugly Sweater Outfit Ideas

Ugly Sweater Outfit Ideas I have always thought that ugly Christmas sweater parties are absolutely hilarious and a total blast! No Christmas season is complete without an ugly Christmas sweater. Choosing an ugly sweater can be so much fun, and honestly, who says it has to be an ugly sweater? I actually love my ugly sweaters. Amazon has some really fun Christmas shirts and sweaters. It’s hard to choose. Who doesn’t love going to an …

Holiday Home Decor

How to Flock a Faux Christmas Tree

How To Flock Your Faux Christmas Tree I’ve had a non-flocked Christmas tree for years and have wanted to flock it for a while now. Well, I finally did it, and it was super easy! You only need a few items to get this tree flocked. I didn’t go super heavy on the flocking. For one, it was freezing outside, and I wasn’t sure how messy it would be once I got the tree inside. …

Food Holiday

Game Day Potato Bar

Game Day Potato Bar Football season is in full swing, and so are all the yummy game-day foods! It’s football season!! Yay! I don’t necessarily love football or understand it much, but I love everything that goes with football. Beautiful crisp days, baking something in the kitchen, getting together with family and friends, and supporting my local sports team. Go Hawks!! For the game last week, I put together this yummy potato bar, and it …

Entertainment Food Sips with Steph

Grapefruit Vodka Fizz

Summer may be coming to an end, but this Grapefruit Vodka Fizz is here to stay! This Grapefruit Fizz is the perfect summer drink and is so pretty! This cocktail is a bit tart with a slight sweetness and is so refreshing and delicious. Grapefruit Vodka Fizz This yummy drink has only a few ingredients, with freshly squeezed grapefruits. The grapefruit adds gorgeous color and is not too sweet. I think using freshly squeezed fruit …

Entertainment Food Home Decor

High Tea for the Bride to Be

Bridal Tea Party High Tea for the Bride to Be! This bridal shower was so fun to plan! I had the pleasure of designing this beautiful bridal shower for one of my good friend’s daughters, who also happens to be a great friend of my daughter. Delaney said she wanted to do a whimsical tea party. I’m not sure how whimsical I got with this decor, but I indeed got the tea part down. Tea …

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