Trying to decide if you should buy or rent graduation decorations? Here are the pros and cons of renting and buying decorations for your next event. Graduation day is a momentous occasion that marks the culmination of years of hard work and dedication. It’s a time to celebrate achievements, honor accomplishments, and create lasting memories. As this special day approaches, one question arises for many graduates and their families: Should you rent or buy graduation decorations? The decision between renting and buying can have a significant impact on your budget, convenience, and overall experi ..read more

Looking to try out the cottage cheese toast trend? Here are 10 delicious savory cottage cheese toast ideas you should try! While this post is sponsored by my Healthy Family Project family, my love for supporting brands that give back to the community is my own. Savory Cottage Cheese Toast Ideas I’ve been on a savory kick lately. My family loved all the savory waffle toppings I made a few weeks ago, so I decided to try another version. I am crazy late on jumping on the cottage cheese trend, but better late than never right? To be honest, I was a little hesitant….I mean, cottage cheese on toas ..read more

This article was originally published on Noble Citrus, but I knew you all would love it too, so here is how to freeze blueberries so you can enjoy in-season berries all year long. Florida blueberry season starts in March and ends in May. That means we are officially at the end of Florida blueberry season…that means it’s time to stock up! I have been buying a bunch every time I go to the grocery store. I know you can get blueberries year round…you can’t get FLORIDA BLUEBERRIES year round. And you all know how I am a firm believer in supporting local and knowing where your food comes from. I l ..read more

Here are over 10 delicious savory waffle toppings, plus the perfect…and easy…way to make homemade waffles. Perfect for brunch, or any time of day! While this post is sponsored by Florida Milk, my love of yummy breakfast ideas and Florida Milk are my own. When is the last time you made homemade waffles? I mean, like waffles from scratch? Yeah…it’s been awhile for me too. I means, it’s sooooo easy to just buy the boxed stuff and add water, right? Yes…it is. But, would you believe me if I told you that it’s cheaper, tastier and just as quick to make waffles from scratch. One of my favorite weeke ..read more

Ain’t Too Proud Show in Tampa shares the history of the legendary band, The Temptations. Enjoy the music and get a look into the past. You can see this show and many more at the Straz Center in Tampa. While I was able to attend this show at no cost to me thanks to the Tampa Bay Bloggers, all opinions are 100% my own. My parents grew up in Detroit in the 50s, and my dad still only plays music from the 1960s. I can’t say I blame him though, they really don’t make music like they used to. My son was actually working in the garage yesterday jamming to Motown. Makes my heart smile Motown music is ..read more

Check out this gin fun facts and trivia! Who knew gin had so much history and was used for so many different things! You don’t have to be a mixologist to understand the allure of gin. It’s perfect for warm afternoons spent outside, and just as good for cozy ones next to the fire. This dynamic drink is suitable for anyone’s taste, and it has been for centuries.  But it’s not just the spirit’s complex and diverse flavor profile that makes it so gin-tresting! Here are a few fun facts about gin that you probably didn’t know.  Medicinal Ori-Gins  Before gin formed part of many a bel ..read more

Made with only a few ingredients and ready in less than 30 minutes, this blueberry soup is the perfect way to celebrate summer and enjoy blueberries! While this post is sponsored by Florida Milk, my love of blueberries and Florida Milk and this recipe are my own. Healthy Blueberry Soup The weather has officially warmed up and some of my favorite Florida produce is in season…that means I am stocking up every time I head to the store. Right now, Florida blueberries are in season and I had about 8 containers in the house. I love snacking on them, tossing them in smoothies, and on top of yogurt ..read more

Looking for a delicious way to enjoy blueberries? Try these easy-to-make lemon blueberry cookies! Almost like mini-scones, they are ready in under 30 minutes and made from scratch! While this post is sponsored by Noble Citrus, the recipe and my love for supporting farmers is my own. Blueberry Lemon Cookies Ok, we all know I’m not a baker, right? Baking is a science. It’s a delicate balance of measurements and timing. If you know me, you know I am not delicate or precise in anything…especially my cooking. So, when I decide to take on baking, that’s a pretty big deal for me. It’s also surprisin ..read more

If you are looking for an easy-to-make dessert that is filled with your favorite in-season fruits, a galette is it! This blueberry galette recipe only has 7 ingredients and is ready in about 30 minutes. A few months ago…for fall, I made the most beautiful Apple and Pear Galette for Stemilt. I fell in love with how easy galettes were to make and the fact that since you only use one pie crust, you can save on the calories…Or make two What is a galette? A galette is a French pastry. In general, a galette is a flat, round pastry that is typically made with a simple crust. The crust is usually f ..read more

Learn from a mom that’s there RIGHT NOW! Here are some things your high school senior needs to be doing, and your high school junior should be preparing for. There is also a Florida Prepaid College Plans Promo Code, so don’t miss this opportunity to save! This post is sponsored by Florida Prepaid College Plans, through my role as a Believer Blogger. All thoughts are my own. Things High School Seniors Should Know – And Their Parents! In just a few months my baby boy will graduate high school and head off to college. I honestly don’t have any idea where the time went, and I will happily admit t ..read more