The rush up to the holidays is leaving me feeling mentally drained, and I am sure I'm not the only one! Finding effective wats to destress during the Holidays is crucial to being able to actually enjoy the magic of the season! With all of the rushing and busyness, not only is our mind drained, … [Read more...]
White Chocolate Peppermint Haystacks
There are some recipes that are a MUST for me at Christmas time. These no bake White Chocolate Peppermint Haystacks are one of those "cookies" that I HAVE TO HAVE for the holidays! This year, I'm sharing the recipe so you can enjoy them too! I remember making these White Chocolate … [Read more...]
6 Effective Holiday Strategies for Bloggers & Biz Owners
The holiday season is filled with happiness, shopping, awesome food, time with friends and family; for bloggers and business owners - it's one of the most important times to have your holiday strategies in place to sell more. Retail stores may have had the Christmas trees and jolly music playing … [Read more...]
The Secret to Happy Guests
Thanks to OoRoo for partnering with me for today's post! All opinions, and my love for OoRoo, are 100% mine. Looking back, I should have never done it. I just didn’t know what else to do. So when we had waaaay too many overnight guests for the holidays last year, I hauled out the air mattress. Air … [Read more...]
How to Destress from the Holiday Hustle and Bustle
Christmas might be over, but we've still got New Years and family events still. There are still so many demands for your time. Parties with colleagues, friends, and family can place additional demands on your schedule. Ever just want to just go and hide away for a month? Here are 6 ways for you … [Read more...]
7 Tips to Save Money this Christmas
If you’re like most people, chances are you blew your budget last Christmas (slowly raises hand....). It may have taken you months to pay off the debt. But this year you’re organized, and you want to stick to your Christmas budget. While it may be difficult saving at Christmas when it’s supposed to … [Read more...]
50+ Peppermint Treats to Love
This time of year is all about the treats! And since I am a HUGE fan of peppermint, I am thinking, dreaming and drooling over all the peppermint treats I plan to make! From cookies, to cakes to fudge and dips, you're going to LOVE these 50+ Peppermint Treats! Chocolate Peppermint Crunch … [Read more...]
Give A Little Back
We live in a crazy, chaotic world. It seems like there is something that makes me scratch my head and wonder "What is the world coming to??" almost everyday. When it comes to the chaos in the world, we can get sucked into the sadness and despair, or look for the good, look for the bright spots, and … [Read more...]
$400 Sephora Gift Card Giveaway!
Happy Holidays! One lucky winner will receive a $400 Sephora Gift Card! Good luck & be sure to visit the lovely ladies participating in the giveaway!! Hairspray and Highheels // Venus Trapped In Mars // Beauty 101 // Pink Heels Pink Truck Boho Vanity // Lipgloss And Crayons // Ya … [Read more...]
My Favorite Christmas Song (Part 2)
Every year, starting in November, my Mom would pull out the Christmas records (yes RECORDS!). The first one she always played was "Christmas with the Judds" and the next album was always "Come On, Ring Those Bells" by Evie Tornquist. More than a few family "Christmas Concerts" were held with the … [Read more...]
35 Gingerbread Recipes for the Holidays!
Gingerbread - yet another sign that the Holidays are upon us! One of my favorite holiday treats as a kid (and occasionally as an adult) was store bought gingerbread men and apple sauce! But there is sooooo many more recipes than just the age old cookie! I've found 35 Gingerbread recipes just in time … [Read more...]
“Trash” Trail Mix
Hello, I'm Carissa! I blog over at Hooked on the Howards. I am a Texas wife and mom and I blog about our crazy life, my Pinterest flops and successes, DIY projects and a little bit of everything else. Today I wanted to share a favorite family recipe with you! Every year around the holidays my … [Read more...]
