summer

Mixed Berry Popsicles with Coconut Water

August 5, 2018 by Vanessa 2 Comments

The quintessential summer dessert is the classic popsicle. Wouldn't you agree? Sure melted s'mores are delicious, but I consider s'mores … [Read more...] about Mixed Berry Popsicles with Coconut Water

Blackberry Mint Fizzy Cocktail

June 16, 2018 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

Of all of the seasons to make cocktails, summer is my favorite! A cool drink with the fresh flavors of muddled fruit and mint is refreshing … [Read more...] about Blackberry Mint Fizzy Cocktail

How to Achieve Clutter-Free Bliss

April 26, 2018 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

You might think I'm weird when I tell you my secret. I love to declutter. The messier the junk drawer, the more I want to clean and organize … [Read more...] about How to Achieve Clutter-Free Bliss

Creamy No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream with Cherries and Chocolate

July 11, 2017 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

What if I told you that you could make ice cream with only three ingredients plus your favorite mix-ins and it didn't require fancy … [Read more...] about Creamy No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream with Cherries and Chocolate

Pink Lemonade Blueberry Splash

July 5, 2017 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

Some of the best tasting recipes are simply made and cocktails are no different. Made with Bacardi Limon Rum this boozy Pink Lemonade … [Read more...] about Pink Lemonade Blueberry Splash

Lone Star Turkey Chili with Sour Cream and Chives

June 11, 2017 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

Who says you can't eat delicious chili in the summertime? Not this girl! When you'd rather get dinner on the table so you enjoy time with … [Read more...] about Lone Star Turkey Chili with Sour Cream and Chives

Simple Ways to Reduce Your Use of Plastic

I have a challenge for you. (It’s one I heard about on TV during a “60 Minutes” episode on climate change and pollution.) After you read this post, I want you to try to go as long as you can without touching anything plastic. How long do you think you could last? Almost everything we […]

3 Ways to Stay Active After Work Even If You’re Feeling Lazy

Do you ever find yourself wondering where the time went? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American works 44 hours per week, or 8.8 hours per day. If you’re like me, you spend most of that time staring at a computer while sitting at a desk. After returning home from work, the last thing I want to do is to sit […]

Keto Dinner Recipes That You Can Make in 30 Minutes or Less

After months of yo-yo eating (we eat what we want when we want only to regret it later and try to eat healthy), we’ve committed to living a Keto lifestyle. If you’re reading this post, you’re either already eating a low-carb diet or would like to make healthier eating decisions. In my opinion, Keto* is […]

4 Reasons to Visit Four Fights Distilling in Corning, New York

After a return visit to Upstate New York and the Corning area, I decided to add an adventure we had never included on our itinerary before – a tour of a local distillery! Four Fights Distilling should be a must-stop for any traveler who appreciates locally crafted spirits. Operating for the last five years from […]

Fizzy Grapefruit Sparkler

The citrus flavors of summer fruit are delicious so I couldn’t resist adding this bubbly grapefruit cocktail to my lineup of all-star seasonal cocktails. Loaded with grapefruit and lime flavor, this effervescent drink is incredibly simple to make using ingredients that are easy to locate at your grocery store. When you need to serve guests […]