The holidays are fast approaching. Before you know it Thanksgiving is just around the corner, maybe even next week. Then the question sets in “What should I bring to a potluck party?” I would love to share with you a few of the tried and true dishes that I’ve brought to these family/holiday gatherings. Black and White Dessert (aka Mississippi Mud Pie) The first is what I like to call a Black and White Dessert. As it turns out, it’s not as unique as I thought it was. Because, when I first came across this recipe, it was through my sister’s roommate when she was in grad school. I was told that t ..read more

It’s that time of year again. The holidays are around the corner, and it’s time to start planning for the gatherings. So, what are you going to bring this year? One of my favorites for a potluck is what I call my Black and White Dessert. It is basically a mud pie, but when I came across this recipe a few decades ago, I wasn’t aware of anything called a Mississippi Mud pie. So, I named it Black and White, and that is still what I call it to this day. I will forewarn you, this recipe probably has a lot of calories and a lot of sugar. For that reason, it is best to indulge in this dessert once in ..read more

Subscription boxes are becoming more popular nowadays. With people staying home more often and doing more online shopping, subscribing to a subscription box service seems to make sense. I was looking for an one year anniversary present. When I was researching various subscription boxes, most of them were geared towards the female population. I was looking for something that was gender neutral. In my opinion, it was the prefect box (gift) that I was looking for. It was gender neutral, so there was something in the box for both him and her. What is a Breo Box? The Breo box is a subscription serv ..read more

It’s that time of the year again. You’re looking forward to your upcoming vacation. But where do you start? You want a stress free vacation. Planning for any vacation is not an easy task. Maybe this vacation is different from all the other vacations that you’ve taken. Basic steps to planning your vacation: Pick your … Planning Your Next Vacation Read More » The post Planning Your Next Vacation appeared first on ..read more

Every year the holiday season just flies by. I am determined not to let this year slip away. With the emergence of the pandemic, the 2020 holiday season will look different than any other year. Here are some tips on enjoying the 2020 Holiday Season, some oldies with a twist to accommodate this year’s situation. … How to Enjoy the Holiday Season 2020 Read More » The post How to Enjoy the Holiday Season 2020 appeared first on livin the life of ivy ..read more

I remember the first time that I heard the words packing cubes. It was at the Travel and Adventure Show, a travel expo at the local Convention Center. Since I was planning for my cruise vacation, I went to the Travel Expo when it came to town. It was here that I learned about how … Why use packing cubes? Read More » The post Why use packing cubes? appeared first on livin the life of ivy ..read more

When I first saw the movie War Room, I was set on putting together a prayer journal, or in my case, it’s a prayer binder. I like the flexibility of moving my pages around. You can’t do that with a notebook or journal. But first, you may be wondering “what is a prayer journal?” Well, … What is a prayer journal and how to make one Read More » The post What is a prayer journal and how to make one appeared first on livin the life of ivy ..read more

The first time I heard the word cadence was during one of my training sessions. Once in a while, I will train with a group put on by my local running store, Fleet Feet. Normally, they will have experts or a representative from a running shoe brand come out and give an informative presentation. It … What is Cadence and how will it improve your speed? Read More » The post What is Cadence and how will it improve your speed? appeared first on livin the life of ivy ..read more

What is a prayer closet? That’s a question I asked myself before seeing the movie War Room. Basically, a prayer closet is a place where you can go to pray and spend time with God with no distractions or interruptions. How can I improve my prayer life? I’ve asked myself that question all the time. … What is a prayer closet or room and how to set one up Read More » The post What is a prayer closet or room and how to set one up appeared first on livin the life of ivy ..read more

Most of the household cleaners out there have harmful chemicals in them. Producing a toxic environment as you clean. Seems counterintuitive, doesn’t it? That’s why cleaning with essential oils makes sense. Not only will they kill bacteria, fungus, and viruses, they provide a safer environment free of toxins for your family members. Essentials oils are … Why Clean with Essential Oils? Read More » The post Why Clean with Essential Oils? appeared first on livin the life of ivy ..read more