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Twists and Cheese

I am letting you in on a little secret, one that will have your family circling the kitchen and begging for more – my (our) new favorite holiday recipe – cheesy bacon twists! Thank goodness these are quick and easy to make, because I guarantee you’ll be making more than one batch, especially with allContinue reading “Twists and Cheese”

Bacon Mac n’ Cheese

Is your mouth watering already? Mine is! In our house there is nothing better than a creamy, decadent mac n’ cheese. Add bacon? We’re doubly in. No matter the season, time of day, or weather, if you cook up a batch of homemade mac n’ cheese, you will have Jared and I’s full attention. LikeContinue reading “Bacon Mac n’ Cheese”

Santos Soirée Planning Part 1

Woo hoo!! We are in the midst of wedding planning. Both an exciting and terrifying place to be. Set aside the overwhelming number of details, ideas, and opinions that come flooding in, I have truly loved the process so far. Getting to plan, dig into all things creative, and having an excuse to spend moreContinue reading “Santos Soirée Planning Part 1”

Non-Toxic Cleaning 101

Happy Sunday Beer Squad! What are you all up to today? Nursing a hangover? Enjoying some junk TV and your third latte? (Okay, that might have been me this morning…) Or are you getting ready for the week ahead? If you’re preparing for a successful week, how do you do it? Do you meal prep,Continue reading “Non-Toxic Cleaning 101”

Maskcne-No-More

Let’s talk maskcne. Disclaimer: this is not a debate for whether we should wear masks, or shouldn’t. Whether they’re stupid, life-changing, life-saving, ridiculous, uncomfortable, ineffective, or any other argument you may have. I have my opinion, you have yours, let’s not even spiral down that emotionally-fueled path. I revert to the best definition of theContinue reading “Maskcne-No-More”

A Little Acupuncture

Scratching the Surface: An introduction to Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine You know I love trying new things (especially natural and holistic things), so when I heard about acupuncture facials, I knew I had to give one a try! Acupuncture has always fascinated me, but it is also a bit intimidating… I mean, tiny needlesContinue reading “A Little Acupuncture”

Sweet, savory, & smoked.

We might be nearing the end of summer, but in our house, burgers are always in style! And therefore make the menu in some capacity year-round. Typically burger toppin’s and fixin’s change with the season, but the recipe I’m sharing today will be a hit any time of year, promise. So go ahead and star,Continue reading “Sweet, savory, & smoked.”

Crazy for Carnitas

Hey ya’ll! It has been awhile since I shared a recipe, but they say good things take time! And this one is de-lish. I promise. I’ve made it a few times and darn near licked the bowl to get every last morsel. I am a minor carnitas addict, and am not seeking treatment. In fact,Continue reading “Crazy for Carnitas”

Lost My Marbles, Found My Peace

Each summer, usually in celebration of my birthday, mom and I go on a girls trip. Just the two of us. We look forward to and plan these trips months in advance, and share a boundless sense of adventure, ensuring there is never a dull moment. The criteria for our trips has evolved, but usuallyContinue reading “Lost My Marbles, Found My Peace”

Foodie Favorites

Ya’ll know I love to eat… Fresh food, greasy food, spicy food, sweet food, salty food, crunchy food, any food that nourishes my mind, body, and soul. My love of food always has me seeking out new brands, trying new things, uncovering new sources of inspiration, and updating my “favorites” list. Oftentimes you can findContinue reading “Foodie Favorites”