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Nesting

3/12/23

Welcome to Nesting, where I recap my week on the blog, and share some of my favorite things from the week! So grab a cup of coffee or whatever warm bevvy you prefer and curl up!

Happy Daylight Savings! Here is your reminder that today we spring ahead (and lose an hour of sleep). May your coffee be extra strong!

Speaking of coffee, yesterday I got to check out the cutest little coffee shop and bookstore that just opened. If you are local, it’s called Novel Biblio Brew. I actually went to high school with the owner Sara and she has done a beautiful job creating such a cozy space. I hope you will go check it out!

There were some gorgeous versions of some of my most beloved classics, including The Secret Garden and Beauty and the Beast.

Tonight is the Oscar’s! So be sure to come swing by my IG stories for a recap of the best and worst red carpet looks!

Here’s what’s been happening lately on the blog:

• I shared my Irish cream cold brew recipe so you can make your own at home.
• My favorite recipes and ideas for St. Patrick’s Day.

• These spring dresses on Amazon

If you missed it, I had the opportunity to be a guest on my friend Lynn from Living Large in A Small House’s Podcast. Click here to listen to the full episode. We chat about how I got my start blogging, owning chickens, gardening and more!

Just as a reminder: Our winter reading challenge ends March 19th!!! So be sure that you have all your story templates uploaded and shared on Instagram to get credit!! (Click here if you need a refresher on how to enter and for the template.)

Some of my favorite Amazon finds from this week:

This couch cover. To protect our new couch from the children (human and fur).

This cardigan was the top seller of the week!

I just got these battery operated sconces and can’t wait to show you when they’re up!

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This Week’s  Meal Plan

Monday – This peanut pasta from my friend Claire Wiley is one of my fave recipes!

Tuesday – White Chicken Chili

Wednesday – Bruschetta chicken with tossed salad

Thursday – Reubens and my Reuben Salad for me!

Friday – Out St Patrick’s Day Party

Saturday – Family dinner at mom & dad’s

Sunday – Ina’s perfect roast chicken with potatoes and vegetables

Here are some of my favorite things I found on the web this week

Have you heard of the latest trend? They’re calling it “Coastal Cowgirl”.

These 5 habits of the happiest women.

These Easter chick pears by Paint Me Pink

All of these spring wreath ideas.

I hope you have a wonderful Sunday!

Stay tuned next week for a special announcement and the cutest Easter DIY!

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Nesting

2/26/23

Welcome to Nesting, where I recap my week on the blog, and share some of my favorite things from the week! So grab a cup of coffee or whatever warm bevvy you prefer and curl up!

Who else feels like this has been the longest winter ever? If you feel like you’ve been in the trenches this month, I am right there with you. Wednesday is the first of March and I’m looking forward to a fresh month, one that brings renewal, spring and celebrates women. Let’s do this!

On my bucket list for March-

• Exercise 3-4 days/week. I just got a Peloton and am ready to start this week!
• Drink more water including start each day with a warm glass of lemon water.
• Make plans for this year’s garden and outdoor space.
• Make appt for pap smear!!!
• Support upcoming female entrepreneurs and order girl scout cookies 🙂
• Make a girl power playlist
• Refresh spring wardrobe staples
• Refresh spring bedding (I’ll show you my inspiration below).
• Get out for at least 1 date night.
• St Patrick’s Day – bake Irish soda bread and eat a reuben!
• Make a wreath for spring

Inspiration from The Decor Diet

What I’ve been watching and reading

Have you been watching the Murdaugh trial? I am obsessed with the case. There’s a new documentary on Netflix that will catch you up to speed if you’re not familiar with it.

I also started watching “Only Murders In The Building”, I don’t know what took me so long. It’s cute. I have loved Steve Martin and Martin Short since I first saw Father of the Bride.

On my Kindle is The Housemaid’s Secret and I am almost done! If you like a twisty, suspenseful book, then read this one!

Here’s what we talked about this week:

• I shared these 14 books to read in 2023.
• How to start a garden and some of my must haves.
• The cutest bunny decor for Easter and spring.

This week’s menu

Sunday – pulled pork with cole slaw and air fryer sweet potato wedges

Monday – white bean sundried tomato gnocchi

Tuesday – pulled pork tacos

Wednesday – sheet pan honey mustard pretzel chicken tenders with roasted veggies

Thursday – Crispy sesame salmon bowls

Friday – pizza night

Saturday – Lasagna

Here are some of my favorite things around the web this week:

Can we talk about how gorgeous this greenhouse is? This would be a dream.

These are the best nail polish colors for spring

This pretty bread for St. Patrick’s Day.

These air dried carrots from Michele at Thistle Key Lane

I hope you all have a wonderful week! Coming up I’ve got some St. Patrick’s Day ideas and starting with some inspiration for Easter.

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Nesting

2/12/23

Welcome to Nesting, where I recap my week on the blog, and share some of my favorite things from the week! So grab a cup of coffee or whatever warm bevvy you prefer and curl up!

How amazing do those red velvet waffles look? Perfect for your Sunday morning breakfast or for Vday breakfast in bed for your sweetie!

It’s Super Bowl Sunday!!! Are you rooting for the Eagles or the Chiefs? Or if you’re like me, you’re just here for the food, commercials and the halftime show! (Also I still think that no halftime show will ever compare to the Nsync, Britney Spears one circa de 2001).

Oh my gosh we got these new pillows and I slept amazing last night! Felt like sleeping on a cloud!

Do you have plans for Galentine’s or Valentine’s Day? I’m helping out at Dude Man’s Valentine’s Party at school and then we will hang out as a family. I usually do a fun fondue night with all the fixings and then once the kids go to bed Rick and I will try to stay up for a drink together.

Season 4 of “You” came out this week on Netflix? Did you already finish Part 1? Part 2 comes out March 9th!

Ok here’s what’s been happening lately on the blog:

• This is the prettiest Valentine’s or Galentine’s Cocktail! I also share how to make it a mocktail too! Click here for the recipe.
• If you’re looking for a last minute non candy Valentine idea for the kids for school, these playdoh ones are A-Doh-Able and super easy. Click here for the free printable.
• If you get roses for Galentine’s or Valentine’s Day, save those petals! It makes a lovely romantic simmer pot. Click here to see what a simmer pot is and my favorite combos.

This Free People dupe loungewear was your top seller of the week!!! I’m linking it here!

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This week’s meal plan:

Monday – Chicken & Wild Rice (from Peacock Ridge Farm) with green beans

Tuesday – Valentine’s Day fondue

Wednesday – Paninis and soup

Thursday – Greek turkey meatball bowls

Friday – pizza night!

Saturday – Creamy sausage pasta

Sunday – Pot roast with veggies

And now here are some of my favorites from my friends this week –

Wooden cabinets in the kitchen are making a comeback and I am here for it!!!

This homemade chex mix is perfect for Game Day tonight!!!

How cute are these bunnies? My friend Jen from Midwest Life and Style shared her DIY pottery barn dupe.

These seed paper Valentine’s are such a sweet, sustainable option!!!

I hope you all have a wonderful Sunday!!!!

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It’s the first Nesting of 2023!

How is your year going so far? I have to be honest I have been slow to get back in the swing of things with blogging and just things in general around the house. I read this quote the other day and it perfectly summed up my feelings, “I’m wintering”. So I’m sharing here in case you’re feeling the same way and feeling guilty for being lazy. Give yourself some grace and allow yourself to go through the season of winter.

We got the best news over the holidays and I can finally share! I found out I am going to be an auntie in June! There’s a new little boy joining the cousin crew! We couldn’t be more excited for my sister and brother in law! They are just the cutest.

Here’s what you may have missed lately:

My crockpot chicken cacciatore – This is such an easy set it and forget it dinner!

This easy DIY winter wreath

This simple healthy way to start your morning

January Amazon Faves – including the cutest candle warmer and my latest read. Click here to see them all

Speaking of reading, has anyone read Prince Harry’s book “Spare” yet? I read some snippets and there are for sure some juicy parts. It is next on my TBR (to be read) list. And if you are looking to read more this winter, be sure to check out my winter reading challenge! You guys loved the summer one so much I decided to do it again for the colder months! You can read the deets here.

Next week I’ve got my medicine ball chicken noodle soup and Valentine’s outfit ideas coming your way so be sure to stay tuned and sign up below if you’re not already subscribed so you don’t miss a thing.

Now here’s some inspiration from some of my friends:

These predicted home decor trends for 2023

This easy Valentine’s Pom Pom Wreath from Cottage in the Mitten.

My friend Heidi from Eleanor Rose Home shared her secret for the softest bakery style chocolate chip muffins.

And if you’re in the zone and decluttering all the things in your home, my friend Coco from The Crowned Goat has this list. She breaks it down over 52 weeks to tackle each little corner. You can see it here.

Have a great week!!!