From the simple to wow-em, here are some of the cutest and most colorful St. Patrick’s Day treats you can find on this side of the leprechaun’s rainbow. Many, many years ago, I actually found a four leaf clover. It was pretty awesome. I even preserved it in a photo album for […]
The Happy Now Blog Link-Up #101
Welcome to the One Hundred 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 we […]
Easter Dinner Recipes | 15 Yummy Meals to Try This Year
Looking for Easter dinner recipes? Any of these main course recipes are the perfect star for your family dinner. The only question is…which will you make? What do you serve for Easter dinner? For us, Easter doesn’t feel right without lamb on the table. But, for others, Easter isn’t complete without a perfectly […]
The Happy Now Blog Link-Up #100
Welcome to the One Hundredth 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 would […]
How to Make Adorable Easter Egg Mason Jars (Fun for Kids too!)
These Easter egg mason jars are super cute…and a fun craft to make with your kids. Find out how to make them, and all the different ways they can be used! Aren’t these Easter Egg Mason Jars adorable?! Originally posted by Mason Jar Crafts Love, it’s no wonder that they’re one of the […]
How to Make a Colorful Easter Grass Garland
Easter garland doesn’t have to be limited to Easter eggs. Add color and texture to your Easter decorations with this wild and crazy crafty Easter grass garland. When I was a kid it was always unnaturally green, semi-transparent plastic, and stuck to everything. Easter grass has come a long way since then. These […]
The Happy Now Blog Link-Up #99
Welcome to the Ninety-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 we would love […]
The Best Party Games for Toddlers | 20 Easy Ideas
Whether it’s for a birthday, holiday party, or a simple play date, you’ll never run out of party games for toddlers with this 3-step system. So you’ve decided to host your three-year-old’s birthday party at your house. You’ve picked out a theme, planned an amazing menu, and started crafting decorations. Then, it suddenly […]
20 Heart-Shaped Chocolates and Treats Perfect for Valentine’s Day
Spread the love this Valentines Day with one of these 20 heart-shaped chocolates and treats. They’re perfect for classroom get-togethers or just as a treat for two. “All You Need is Love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt.” ~ Charles Schulz I’m with Mr. Schulz on this one. I guess […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #98
Welcome to the Ninety-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 we would love […]
15 Awesome Dinner Night Themes to Add to Your Meal Planning Session
Looking to change up your meal planning routine? With these 15 dinner night themes and a few extra tips, you’ll never be bored with you family meals again. Can I confess something to you? Until a year or so ago, I hated the idea of themed dinner nights. Just the thought of eating […]
5 Tips for Planning a Party on a Diet
If you’re trying to stay healthy on a strict eating plan, planning a party on a diet can be frustrating. Follow these 5 tips to make you and your guests happy! “Food, most definitely. Whether or not to attempt our gluten free, healthy versions of things for all guests?” A while back, I […]
10 Perfect At-Home Date Night Ideas for Busy Couples
No babysitter? No problem! Skip the crowded restaurants and have a romantic at-home date night instead with one of these 10 easy ideas. I’m almost embarrassed to admit how rarely the Husband and I get to have real date nights. The last one was back in October for our anniversary…which means we’re […]
Meal Planning | Quick and Easy Tips for a Month of Meals
With these 10 tips you can make monthly meal planning quick and easy. You can even learn how to plan a whole month of meals in as little as 30 minutes! What if I told you that I can plan a whole months worth of meals in 30 minutes or less? I may sound […]
Make Your Super Bowl Party Awesome with these Free Printables
Getting ready for your Super Bowl party is so easy with these free super bowl party printables. Plus, get tips for making them look fantastic with hardly any effort. If you like to watch the Super Bowl, you probably fall into one of two camps: You probably go all out and party […]
Your Ultimate Guide to Amazing Red Velvet Recipes
With this list of over 80 red velvet recipes, your sweet tooth will be more than satisfied! Read on to see all the amazing recipes from breakfast through dessert! “Worse the cake part is red velvet cake. Blood red!! People are gonna be hackin’ into this poor animal that looks like it’s […]
The Happy Now Link Up #95
Welcome to the Ninety-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 we would love […]
Valentine’s Day Party Printables Package
This Valentine’s Day Party Printables package makes decorating for Valentine’s Day easy peasy. All you have to do is print, cut, & add a few simple treats. Valentine’s Day isn’t just for Romantics anymore. In fact, I think that my kids have more fun on Valentine’s Day than my husband and I. Between class […]
11 Craft Beer Enthusiast Gifts for Budgets Big and Small
Forget the kitschy gifts you see everywhere else. These 11 craft beer enthusiast gifts are sure to be a hit with your loved one this Valentine’s Day. I remember a time when Yuengling was considered somewhat exotic. It was before the craft brew trend was even a thought, but young adults around the […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #94
Welcome to the Ninety-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 we would love to […]
What Happens When You Switch to Monthly Meal Planning?
Monthly meal planning is a great way to save time and money, but you may be surprised to see that it also helps you have better variety too! I didn’t realize it at the time, but meal planning became an integral part of my life back in childhood. As a single parent, my […]
5 Ways to Save Time at Home (So You Can Do What You Really Want)
Time is precious. Stop wasting it and learn the five ways to save time at home that helped us get back an average of 15 hours per week. How did you spend your time before you had a family to care for? Did you go to scrapbooking parties? Maybe you dabbled in sewing or […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #93
Welcome to the Ninety-Third Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Happy New Year! 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 would love […]
Happy New Year!
2017 marked a turning point where it all became about you. Let’s make 2018 even better…together. Happy New Year! Can you believe it’s already 2018? Two-thousand-eighteen! Though, it was almost sad to say goodbye to 2017. To say it was a big year is a total understatement. This blog was started nearly eight […]
7 Black-Eyed Pea Recipes You’ll Actually Enjoy
No need to cringe at the thought of tasteless beans, these 7 black-eyed pea recipes prove that this little bean is great for more than just Hoppin’ John. I bet you have some kind of superstition or tradition that always makes you think ‘why do I do this?’ Yet, you don’t stop yourself. For […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #92
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The Classic Champagne Cocktail Recipe
Considered one of the earliest cocktails ever made, there’s nothing quite like a classic champagne cocktail recipe when you feel like celebrating. When it comes to celebrations, I’m all about the bubbles. The Husband and I went out for a nice dinner to celebrate our anniversary this year, and I decided to finish […]
Shimmery Ball Drop Garnish | New Year’s Eve Mocktail for Kids
Kids and adults will all love this fun shimmery ball drop garnish new year’s eve mocktail for kids. And you’ll love how easy it is to pull together! “But it’s fizzy!” whined my then four-year-old daughter. I had brought home a bottle of sparkling apple cider thinking that it would be a special […]
The Salty Rudolph Cocktail | Festive Christmas Drinks
The Salty Rudolph cocktail is a fun holiday twist on the summery salty dog with classic flavors of cranberry and orange, and surprising twist at the end. She gave me a quizzical look, tentatively took her drink, gave it a sniff, and then a small sip. Suddenly, I realized I was holding my […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #91
Welcome to the Ninety-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 we would love […]
How to Make Colored Margarita Salt | Ways to Garnish Mixed Drinks
There are so many ways to garnish mixed drinks, but drinks with salted rims often end up looking bland. Why not learn how to make colored margarita salt? You know it makes mixed drinks more fun? Awesome garnishes. From citrus twists to salted rims, it’s the garnish that takes any drink from ‘good’ […]
Peppermint Mochatini Cocktail Recipe
With the holidays fast approaching, I’m always looking for a yummy new cocktail that everyone can enjoy. It’s sometimes hard to please all the different tastes, but this Peppermint Mochatini Cocktail will definitely put the whole gang in the holiday spirit. Even people who don’t normally like martinis will enjoy this cocktail. But let […]