This + that

  This One of my goals for September was to make a new recipe.  And I already knew what recipe I was going to make because Sarah had made it and David and I both loved it!  Then last week I finally got around to making it so I looked to see what ingredients I needed to pickup and the store.  Boom… I already had everything.  My kinda recipe, right there! Here are a couple of Claire-notes: – I used store bought salsa… because that’s how I roll – Maybe next time I’ll make my own – Even if I… Read More

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The busy girl’s guide to saving money

I’m all about easy ways to save money.  Nothing fancy, complicated or time-consuming here.  Well, not too complicated or time-consuming. 1. I hit up Sam’s Club for nonperishables and meat.  We were at the beach over the summer and didn’t have a Sam’s and I had forgotten how much I actually save on things like ground beef.  I can get a pound of 90/10 ground beef for under four dollars.  At a regular grocery store I think it’s around $6.  I always buy the meat in four to five pound increments, divide it into one-pounders and freeze it in ziplock… Read More

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High five for Friday

This week has slowed down a little bit… which is key because last week was the type of week where I felt like I couldn’t get it all done.  {You ever have weeks like that?}  No matter what I was doing, I was behind.  Remember our trip to the winery over the weekend?  That was one of my top moments from the week but I won’t throw that one in again… wouldn’t want to make you jealous 😉 These are my favorites from this week. The Baptist Children’s Home was at our church service on Sunday.  They brought 10-12 teenage… Read More

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My fall wishlist

These are things I’m craving this fall. 1. {Leopard print flats} Wear them with slacks, jeans or skirts.  They’re the perfect addition to a basic outfit because the instantly add interest. 2. {Chunky scarf} I love how a scarf can instantly take an outfit from boring to fab.  Plus, this one’s warm! 3. {Blue boyfriend cardigan} The key word here is boyfriend.  I love a loose-fitting cardigan.  I’d take this one in about 13 colors but as a basketball coach, I kept finding myself reaching for a blue one {we’re the blue devils} but never had one last year.  {Sorry, no… Read More

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5 things you may {or may not} know about David

The best guy ever.  Wanna know a little about him?  I could tell you he’s an EC teacher turned assistant principal and he’s in grad school… and those would be the basics.  But that wouldn’t be who he is. 1. He gives pizza to strangers.  A few weeks ago, David left to pick up a pizza for dinner.  He had talked me into Domino’s… which isn’t my favorite.  I mean, Little Caesar’s is closer and has crazy bread.  But I was just thankful to not have to make dinner so Domino’s it was.  He walked back in the door with Little Caesar’s.… Read More

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Two ways to wear black jeggings

Kaitlyn asked me to feature two ways to wear black leggings.  And to those of you who read this blog and see me on a regular basis, I have to apologize.  Because I already know that both of these outfits will be lived in this fall and winter.  If you get tired of them… my bad.  But they’re both so comfortable and practical.   I envision the blouse and booties for a date or dinner out with friends.  The tshirt and sneakers outfit is comfy and perfect for running errands or hanging out on a Saturday.  These will seriously be… Read More

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Festa Italiana

Saturday was one of those perfect days. We packed up, with a few of our best friends, and spent the day at an Italian festival at a local winery.  Katrina and Angelo had been to this festival at Raffaldini Vineyards before and the rest of us are so glad we got to tag along this year!  It was less than an hour from home so it was the perfect day trip.   Our $15 ticket included a wine tasting, so that was our first stop. From there, we found a spot on the lawn and ate lunch.  Well, after we… Read More

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High five for Friday!

Friday, you’ve been missed!  These are my top moments from this week. Friday night, Katrina and I decided to do a craft night, drink some wine and catch up.  {Remember how I called her out last week?  Apparently it worked!}  We had to kick David out… who was bent on watching some western movie with terrible music.  My craft didn’t work out {mostly because I didn’t have everything I needed} but Katrina worked on several different things.  Laid back nights with friends are just perfect.  Especially when they involve wine and no alarm set for the next morning. #isuckatcrafts #butikeeptrying… Read More

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Two ways to wear boots {when it’s hot outside}

Please tell me I’m not the only one.  I’m in full-on fall mode.  My house is decorated, I’m ready for cardigans and boots, football is on tv… fall is here.  Except it’s not cool outside yet.  So I’m always dying to dig into my fall gear but I feel ridiculous putting on layers when it’s still pretty warm {still in the 70s and 80s} here in North Carolina. So I found a couple of ways you can wear boots now.  All you have to do is pair them with some summery items so that you don’t overdo it {and die… Read More

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The busy girl’s guide to a simpler life

10 small things that will make a big difference in every day life

Remember my very first post and how I admitted to being a blog stalker?  One of the reasons I’m addicted to blogs is because I feel like I learn something about the way someone else… does life.  Some of the blogs I follow are stay at home moms, some aren’t married, some live in big cities, some are full-time bloggers… {you get the idea}.  And it’s just so interesting to me to learn about someone else’s day-to-day life and pick up inspiration along the way. So, I started thinking about the things that I do all the time in an… Read More

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