Grandma & Grandpa Time

 

G&G Time Collage

If you’re a grandparent you know how much fun and enjoyment you get from your grandchildren. It’s like looking at life through new eyes. You have so much to offer these sweet kids, so give them your time and knowledge. Here’s some ideas for Grandma and Grandpa time.

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Bacon, Tomato, Avocado Pasta Salad

Items Needed: Pasta, Bacon, Cherry Tomatoes, Buttermilk, Avocado

Our family loves salads and this Bacon, Tomato, and Avocado Pasta Salad is a favorite. It’s creamy, savory, and perfect for BBQ or picnic.

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Waco, Texas – A Great Experience

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A few weeks ago we took a fun trip through a small section of Texas and had an amazing time. I know many who watch Fixer Upper are curious to know about Waco, Texas, so I wanted to share what we experienced.

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Dreamy Apple Cranberry Salad

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Last week I made this salad for a party using items I already had on hand and it turned out pretty good. I got a lot of great compliments on it, so wanted to share it with all of you. It took 15 minutes to make and was so refreshing and light. The leftovers were even better.

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Wood Sign Tutorial

DIY Wood Sign Tutorial that only takes a few hours to make and costs about $6.00.

Hello Friends! Are you in love with the popular vintage wood signs like I am? I would love a very old one, but they are expensive. Even the new ones are a little out of my price range. So, what’s a girl to do? Figure out how to make one herself! Here’s what I did:

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Louisiana Adventures

500 Year Old Oak Tree in Lafayette, Louisiana

500 Year Old Oak Tree in Lafayette, Louisiana

I love to travel and experience new places, new food, and lifestyles that are different than my own. Do you? We’ve had the amazing opportunity to live in some great places because of the Army and I’ve developed an adventurous spirit because of it. So, I was super excited to be able to visit Ashley and her family in Louisiana a couple of times and it has become one of my favorite places. If you get a chance to travel in that area, DO IT! Here’s why.

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Strawberry Banana Dump Salad

Light Whip Cream, Strawberry Pie Filling, Sugarfree Fruit Cocktail, Mandarin Oranges, 2 Bananas

I’m a big fan of fruit salads, especially those that are quick to throw together. This Strawberry Banana Dump Salad would be perfect for your next picnic or BBQ.

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Free Printable

Thanks for coming by! We are so glad you like our printable! 

Flamingo Printable 8×10

Flamingo Printable

Click the link and save it to your computer! Its that easy! 

Spring 2016 Thrift Store Upcycle

I’m so excited to bring you this Thrift Store Decor Upcycle Challenge! I’ve teamed up with 20 other bloggers for this thrift store blog hop. The rules were simple–take an item(s) from a thrift store, yard sale, resale shop etc. and transform it into a new piece of home decor. There was no budget or theme to stick to so we were free to let our creativity run wild!

Meet the Hosts

Spring 2016Thrift Store Upcycle

Amanda | The Kolb Corner      Chelc| Inside the Fox Den     
Erlene | My Pinterventures     Kim | Made in a Day     Sara | Twelve on Main    
Emily | Two Purple Couches     Shirley | Intelligent Domestications    
Marie | DIY Adulation     Lindsay | Crazy Organized   Michelle | Our Crafty Mom    
Julie | Live From Julie’s House     Debra | Shoppe No. 5     Dru | Polka Dot Poplars    
Maureen | Red Cottage Chronicles     Pili | Sweet Things     Channell | Hobnail House     
Colleen | Life on Kaydeross Creek     Ann | Duct Tape and Denim      
Paula | Virginia Sweet Pea     Sherry | Savvy Apron     Stacy | Anastasia Vintage

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Gift Ideas For Mom

 

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Do you ever have a hard time deciding on a gift for mom? We’ve gathered some fun gift ideas that any mom would love and we hope they’re helpful in your quest to find that perfect gift.

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