Yes, you can find unique gifts for men who have everything! Here’s a simple way to find thoughtful gifts for anyone, and 9 gift ideas to get you started. When you go looking to buy unique gifts for men who have everything, most websites immediately start putting them into categories Is he a […]
How to Make a Pine Cone Cheese Ball
Both festive and flavorful, this pine cone cheese ball is the perfect make ahead recipe for easy entertaining at holiday parties. “Grandma and Grandpa really like cheese and crackers.” Kids say the craziest things, don’t they? It was during one of our visits to my in-laws house that our oldest daughter decided that […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #137
Welcome to the One Hundred Thirty Seventh Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger […]
11 Downright Delicious Green Bean Recipes for Thanksgiving
Green bean recipes for Thanksgiving don’t require anything canned. Here are 11 recipes that are delicious, easy, creative, and perfect for your holiday table! I could be wrong, but I’ve always considered green bean casserole to be a Southern thing. You see, although I grew up in Virginia, my family hails from the […]
DIY Canvas Drop Cloth Wreath (I Can’t Wait to Update this for Each Season!)
Learn how to make an easy canvas drop cloth wreath for your front door. It’s the perfect easy DIY project to update for all seasons. The first time I saw our house, I told my husband I wouldn’t buy it. There wasn’t anything horribly wrong with it. It’s just that the house was […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #135
Welcome to the One Hundred Thirty Fifth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger […]
25 Stunning Sweet Potato Dishes to Make This Thanksgiving
From easy casseroles to tender slices roasted in the oven, this is the ultimate list of sweet potato dishes to add to your Thanksgiving recipes this year. Our family doesn’t play by all the rules for Thanksgiving. The turkey doesn’t see the inside of an oven, I’m not a fan of traditional green […]
The Happy Now Blog Link-Up #134
Welcome to the One Hundred Thirty Fourth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger […]
Breakfast Tailgate Foods | Tips & Recipes for Game Day Morning
Early games call for the best breakfast tailgate foods. Here are easy, make-ahead recipes, tips, and a downloadable checklist for a fun game day experience. What do you do when a neighbor offers to sell you lower-level tickets to a Redskins game at a discount? If you’re our family…you move heaven and earth […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #133
Welcome to the One Hundred Thirty Third Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger […]
Clementine Pumpkins | Easy and Adorable Kids Snacks
Clementine pumpkins are the perfect make-ahead healthy Halloween snack for kids. Add them to your kids’ lunchbox or make a bunch for a Halloween party! “When are you going to put pumpkins in my lunchbox again?” This question pops up every fall with my girls. Ever since the first time I surprised I […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #132
Welcome to the One Hundredth Thirty Second Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger […]
Halloween Songs for Kids | Here’s Your Halloween Playlist
Finally a list of Halloween songs for kids of all ages! From preschoolers to tweens, these are the perfect songs to fill out our Halloween party playlist. Over the years, I’ve found that there are three types of families at Halloween: The families who put up a few decorations to make it a little […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #131
Welcome to the One Hundred Thirty First Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger […]
Cornbread Pudding with Bacon | Leftovers Reimagined
Ready for a delicious way to make using leftovers interesting? Cornbread pudding with bacon is a sweet and savory recipe perfect as an easy dinner or side dish. What’s your take on the show “Chopped?” My husband thinks it’s totally unrealistic. I disagree. He doesn’t believe that chefs would have to figure out […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #130
Welcome to the One Hundred Thirtieth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we […]
15 Delicious No-Fuss No-Muss Sheet Pan Recipes
Fewer dishes equals less time cleaning and more family time! Make one of these 15 delicious sheet pan recipes on the busiest weeknights. You won’t regret it. It happens every time. The husband goes away for work for more than a day or so, and all our best laid plans go off the […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #129
Welcome to the One Hundred Twenty Ninth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger […]
Pumpkin Pie Bars with Nutella…It’s Like a Chocolatey Pumpkin Pie!
Pumpkin pie bars with Nutella create a terrifically tasty twist on the classic pumpkin pie. Perfect for parties, you and you guests are going to love them! “Ummm….honey, did you know I already have canned pumpkin in the pantry? And sweetened condensed milk, too.” It’s always interesting when the Husband tries to bake. […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #128
Welcome to the One Hundred Twenty Eighth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger […]
Easy Mummy Dogs for Halloween
This mummy dogs recipe made with crescent rolls is perfect for kids! Make them for a Halloween party or for an easy weeknight Halloween dinner. It’s 5pm and the sun won’t be out much longer. Costumes need fixing, you want decent pictures of your kids in their costumes, and somehow dinner needs to […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #127
Welcome to the One Hundred Twenty Seventh Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger […]
RSVP Reminder | Three Ways to Stay Better Organized
When life gets chaotic, it’s easy to forget to RSVP to kids birthday parties. Try these three tips to keep you organized so you don’t need an RSVP reminder! It happened far more often than I’d like to admit. Despite my best intentions, the deadlines would come and go without proper action on […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #126
Welcome to the One Hundred Twenty Sixth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger […]
How to Host a Last-minute S’mores Party
Need a last-minute party idea that is easy to pull together? Try hosting a s’mores party! This awesome theme is all about the ingredients, which makes decorating so much easier! Nearly three years ago, I spent 10 days killing myself to create a party for my oldest daughter. Our house was transformed. It […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #125
Welcome to the One Hundred Twenty Fifth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger […]
Hostess Tips | When Your Guest Has Severe Food Allergies
Food allergies are becoming more common with kids these days. Here are 7 tips for handling a birthday party or get together when your guest has severe food allergies. Sometimes it’s hard to remember how lucky we are. I don’t have to worry that a friend at school will share a treat from […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #124
Welcome to the One Hundred and Twenty Fourth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a […]
9 Fantastic First Day of School Printables
These 9 first day of school printables are the perfect way to capture the excitement of the new school year. Don’t forget to watch the tips at the end for updating printables year after year! You’ve made sure that the backpacks are still in good condition, the school supply list is checked off. Lunches […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #123
Welcome to the One Hundred and Twenty Third Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a […]
How to Make the Most Adorable Kids Chef Hat | Easy Crafts
Find out how to make a personalized kids chef hat with a store-bought hat and fabric scraps. It’s super easy and only takes a few minutes! You want your party to be unique and coordinated, but you don’t feel like spending hours upon hours creating custom items from scratch. Same here. One of […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #122
Welcome to the One Hundred and Twenty Second Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! – The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are […]
13 Vegan Appetizer Recipes (Even Meat Eaters will Love!)
Even if you love a good hamburger, these 13 vegan appetizer recipes are a tasty way to make your vegan guests feel welcome at your party. Wait…Did I seriously just post that title? Me? The person who fawns over cheesy cornbread, ice cream cakes, and even ice cream bread? Well, yes. But don’t […]