What’s In A Four-Leaf Clover: History Of The Shamrock

The shamrock is one of the most recognizable symbols of Ireland, but have you ever wondered what it represents and why it holds such importance? Whether it’s a three-leaf clover or the rarer four-leaf variety, this little plant has a fascinating history steeped in culture and legend. The Origins of the Shamrock The word “shamrock” […]

Lucky Stew For Your Irish Crew

St. Patrick’s Day is coming up and that means it’s time to brush off my ol’ Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe. But before I share my favorite lucky day recipe, it’s time for a tasty history lesson. Did you know eating corned beef and cabbage on St. Patrick’s day didn’t originate in Ireland. In fact, […]

Spend Your Extra Day In Style

2024 is a leap year. That means this February, instead of 28 days, we’ll have 29. So what will you do with your 24 extra hours? This opportunity only comes around once every four years. That’s why you should celebrate in style whenever you get the chance. Here are four fun ways you can spend […]

Good Soup!

A lot of people don’t realize this, but January is National Soup Month. And it’s easy to see why—the weather is cooler, and everyone is seeking comfort after the busy holidays. But what makes a good soup? Canned soup is fine, but if you’re looking for the best soup, you’ve gotta make it from scratch. […]

Good Soup Recipes: Homemade Comfort in a BowlGet Your Car Winter-Ready: Tips for a Smooth Ride Through the Chilly Days

As winter knocks on our doors and we prepare for holiday road trips, it’s time to give our trusty rides a little extra TLC. Cold weather and slippery roads can be quite the challenge, but with a few simple steps, you’ll be cruising through the season like a pro. Here are my top tips to […]

How To Host A Ballin’ Sport-Watching Party

It’s sport-watching season! And there’s nothing I love more than having people over to eat, hang out and catch a game. So whether your family is into baseball, football or anything else, here are my tips for turning any get-together into a ballin’ sport-watching party. Make The Space Comfortable—If you want people to relax at […]

Bake Better Bread

It’s Sourdough September, and I’ve been busy in the kitchen trying to perfect my bread recipe. Through my baking, I’ve learned a lot and I figured I’d share some of the tools that have helped me along the way. So, in case you’re also looking to get some baking done this Sourdough September, here are […]

How To Pack The Perfect Back-To-School Lunch

With the kiddos going back to school, that means preparing them for the best hour of the school day—lunch hour. But packing the perfect school lunch isn’t easy. That’s why I’ve put together a menu roadmap to make packing a sack lunch easier. Be sure to pack at least one item from every category and […]

The Legendary History Of Drive-In Movie Theaters

Summer, the season of backyard barbeques, beach bumming and big blockbuster movies. And one of the best ways to experience these blockbuster movies is at a drive-in movie theater. Now, I love cars, so drive-in movie theaters are my favorite way to catch a flick. That’s why I did a little digging into the history […]

Automatic-Mealtime Intelligence

AI this, AI that. Everyone is talking about AI being the future, but you know what AI can’t help me do? Get dinner on the table every night. Or can it? The other day I was stressing about weekly grocery shopping and decided to ask ChatGPT to make a list for me and include two […]

Sneaky Ways To Save Money

With inflation sweeping the nation I don’t know about you, but I’m looking for small ways to save in my monthly budget. But even if you’re trying to stretch your budget further, it doesn’t mean you should cut back on the things you love. That’s why I’ve put together a list of sneaky ways you […]

Grow Today, Enjoy Tomorrow

Now that winter is officially over, it’s time to get down and dirty. I’m talking about gardening! Spring is my favorite season to plant because it yields some of the best payoffs. While it’s true, everything you plant in spring may not sprout until late spring or even early summer, the anticipation makes it more […]

The Luckiest Charm

There’s something sweet and nostalgic about a big bowl of Lucky Charms cereal on a Sunday morning. I’m aware that they’re just glorified cheerios with dehydrated marshmallows, but that doesn’t make me love it any less. And with St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner I decided to do some research on the sweet cereal—here […]

Cake Fit For A King

Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, is known for parades, beads and partying. But the festive holiday has more fun traditions than what you see at a glance. My favorite is the famous Mardi Gras dessert, the King Cake. The tradition and original recipes for King Cakes were famously brought to New Orleans from France in […]

31 Fun Ways To Start The New Year

I hear it every year, people start New Year’s resolutions on January 1st and by the 31st, those goals are gone. But starting the year with a failed resolution doesn’t feel good. So instead, I propose we start the New Year with something fun. Every day this month I’m going to try something new. So take […]

Secret Santa Success

Whether you’re participating in a Secret Santa or White Elephant gift exchange it can be tricky picking the perfect gift. And with how busy everything gets during the holidays it can be even more difficult to put time into coordinating something your recipient will like. That’s why I put together a short list of sure-fire […]

Grateful Goodies

Thanksgiving is all about gathering with family and being grateful for food, family and togetherness. But did you know the act of being grateful is good for your health? It might sound crazy, but research shows exercising gratitude daily helps people feel more positive and improves their relationships. How? Gratitude retrains your brain to think […]

The Ultimate Spooktacular Halloween Playlist

Themed music is essential if you’re throwing a party or just trying to set the mood while you’re working. But crafting the perfect playlist can be time consuming and difficult. But if you put the time in to craft a themed playlist for your next gathering, I think you’ll find it sets the tone for […]

Build A Better Breakfast

Many people don’t know that September is National Better Breakfast Month. But breakfast is my favorite meal—that’s why I collected 5 breakfast hacks to help you tackle the most important meal of the day.    Meal Prep—People talk a lot about meal prepping lunch and dinner, but you can save a lot of time and effort […]

Support Sustainable School Supplies

The end of summer is almost here, which means kids all over town are going back to school soon! I don’t know about you, but nothing breaks the bank every year more than buying school supplies. That’s why I’ve put together my top four tips for saving money on school supplies, and to make things […]