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 …
Hosting a Galentine’s Day Party
Hosting a Galentine’s Day Party Hosting a Galentine’s Day party is a fantastic way to celebrate friendship and love with your favorite ladies! To me, it’s not just about the festivities—it’s about cherishing the love and support we give one another, lifting each other up, and reminding ourselves that these friendships are just as meaningful and transformative as any other kind of love. Galentine’s Day is a toast to women empowering women, in the most …
Top Trending Travel Essentials
Top Trending Travel Essentials Now that summer is approaching and most everyone has a planned summer vacation, I wanted to share some of my travel essentials and what’s trending. Staying up to date with the latest travel essentials can significantly enhance your travel experience. I’ve compiled some of my must-haves when traveling and wanted to share. Having the right travel essentials can make or break your trip. Whether you’re heading on a short getaway or …
DIY College Care Package for any Holiday
I was talking with my daughter the other day, and she said, “Mom, you need to do a post on the care packages that you used to send us when we were in college. You always made the best ones!” Well, that made me feel good, so of course, I was going to do it! Valentine’s Day is February 14th, and this is the perfect holiday to send a college care package to your college …
Valentine’s Hot Cocoa Bar
Valentine’s Cocoa Bar Who doesn’t love hot cocoa on a cold winter’s day? What makes it even more fun is to have a Valentine’s-themed cocoa bar. I love Valentine’s Day and thought this would be a great way to celebrate. So I had my girls over last week and thought this would be the perfect time to try out the cocoa bar. This is a great excuse to gather family and friends. I was poking around …
DIY Pom Heart Valentine Wreath
DIY Pom Heart Valentine Wreath Ok, so I have totally been into the pom-pom making! It started at Christmas, putting pom-poms on all my gifts, and now I’ve moved on to Valentine’s Day. It’s so fun to use poms to decorate for the holidays! I found this fun little wreath on Pinterest (thank you for the inspiration Country Peony), and wanted to make my own. Here is how I made it. Tools Let’s start with …
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 the shaker with ice, add all …
Making Christmas Cozy
Making Christmas Cozy Christmas is my favorite holiday, and I love to make my home cozy and magical for my children and now grandchildren. Making Christmas cozy is all about creating a warm, inviting atmosphere filled with comforting details that make people feel at home. By creating warm, layered spaces filled with nostalgic details, you’ll have a cozy home ready to welcome family and friends this Christmas! Here are some tips to bring that cozy, …
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 …
Best Pumpkin Bread Ever!
This is the best pumpkin bread I have ever had! Your taste buds are going to thank you. Enjoy with your morning coffee or share with friends. I have made this pumpkin bread in mini loaves and handed it out as gifts for several Christmas occasions. A friend gave me this recipe a long time ago, and over the years I have tweaked it some just to add a bit more pizzazz!! As soon as …
22 Family Fall Traditions
Fall is slowly settling in, and I’m here for it! The changing leaves, crisp air, and cozy layers make it one of the best times to get outside and check off a few family bucket list adventures. Below, I’ve put together some of the things we have done as a family over the years. The kids are all grown now, but we still like to get together and do a lot of these things as …