Too early to start Christmas crafting?! I think no Too early to start Christmas crafting?! I think not! 😜🎄

I had some extra oyster shells left over from our beach trip this summer, so instead of letting them sit around, I turned them into these DIY oyster shell Christmas ornaments! You may remember I turned some of the shells into cute little ghosts for Halloween too 👻 But now we’re officially moving on to Christmas crafts!

And I am obsessed with how these turned out! All I needed was some spray paint, pretty wrapping paper, Mod Podge, twine, and hot glue to transform ordinary oyster shells into high-end looking coastal Christmas ornaments.

Not only are these such a pretty addition to your Christmas tree, but they’re also a sweet vacation keepsake! Every year when you pull them out, you’ll have a little reminder of that summer beach trip. 🥹

I always decorate my Christmas tree with gold, so these are going to fit in perfectly with my Christmas decor this year! 🎄

Save this easy DIY Christmas ornament idea for your holiday crafting list!

Would you turn your vacation seashells into Christmas ornaments too?! 🦪

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#diychristmas #diyornaments #christmasdiy #coastalchristmas #shells
We had the BEST time this weekend at the Carolina We had the BEST time this weekend at the Carolina Charm event at @therevelry_clt benefiting the Isabella Santos Foundation! 💕

From the beautiful venue to the amazing food, drinks, and atmosphere, everything about this night was incredible! And getting to meet @relationshep and @salleycarson from Bravo’s Southern Charm was just the cherry on top! 🍒

Y’all already know how obsessed I am with Charleston and Southern Charm, so this event was basically MADE for me! 🤣 Plus, any excuse to get all dressed up, feel fancy, and enjoy a night out for a great cause? Count me in! 🥂

And the best part was knowing that all the fun was supporting the @isftorch and its mission to help children battling rare pediatric cancers. 💛

At this point, I’ve pretty much met the entire Southern Charm cast except Austen and Madison! So if y’all are reading this, I guess you’re next on my list! 🤣👏🏻

Now I need to know… are you a Southern Charm fan too?! And if so, who’s your favorite cast member?! 👀

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Things we’re ghosting this season: waiting until N Things we’re ghosting this season: waiting until November 1st to decorate for Christmas. 🤣

Sorry, but some of us have approximately 57 Christmas trees to put up, and that kind of commitment takes TIME. 😜🎄

And if you think I’m waiting until Halloween is over to start decorating for Christmas, you’ve got another thing coming. 🤣 I may or may not already have a few trees up around the house. 🤫

Listen, I love spooky season just as much as the next person, but there’s absolutely nothing wrong with having pumpkins AND Christmas trees out at the same time. It’s called balance, okay?! 👻🎄

So consider waiting until November to decorate for Christmas officially GHOSTED. ✌🏻

Now tell me, are you team Christmas decorating in October or team wait until after Thanksgiving?! 👀
Bless my poor husband’s heart because when he marr Bless my poor husband’s heart because when he married me, I don’t think he realized he was signing up for a lifetime of Christmas decorating chaos! 😂

But when you’re a Christmas-obsessed wife who believes EVERY single room in the house deserves its own Christmas tree, you have to start decorating early, right?! 🎅🏻

I mean, putting up multiple Christmas trees, hanging garland, and transforming our entire home into a cozy Christmas wonderland takes TIME! So obviously, October is a perfectly reasonable time to start decorating for Christmas. At least that’s what I keep telling him! 😜

Thankfully, after 10 years of marriage, he knows the drill and just goes along with all my crazy Christmas decorating ideas. He’s a keeper for sure! ❤️

Now PLEASE tell me I’m not the only one who starts decorating for Christmas in October?! 🎄🤣 And how many Christmas trees do you put up in your house?! 

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#ad 🎃🐈‍⬛ Don’t throw away that empty cat litter ju #ad 🎃🐈‍⬛ Don’t throw away that empty cat litter jug… turn it into a Halloween boo basket for your cats instead! I’m partnering with @catspride today to put an empty Cat’s Pride litter jug to good use with the cutest little upcycling project. Since the jug was already the perfect Frankenstein green, I knew exactly what I wanted to make! 💚 After cleaning the empty jug thoroughly, we cut off the top to create a basket shape. Then I used my Cricut to add a Frankenstein face before filling it with some of Riley and Toby’s favorite cat treats and Halloween toys. And judging by Toby’s reaction to that catnip owl, I’d say this DIY cat boo basket was a success. 😹 And before the jug was transformed, Cat’s Pride made litter box duty a whole lot easier. I love the odor control and easy scooping, and Riley and Toby are always VERY interested when a fresh box of litter appears. 😂 So consider this your sign to save your next empty litter jug and get creative with it! And when it’s time to stock up on fresh litter, check out Cat’s Pride for your own feline crew. 🐾 Would you make a Halloween boo basket for your cats?! 🎃👇🏻
If you’re wondering what to do with all that lefto If you’re wondering what to do with all that leftover Halloween candy, these Leftover Halloween Candy Cookies are the answer! They combine two of my favorite things: candy AND cookies! So you really can’t go wrong. 🤣

Just chop up your favorite leftover chocolate candy bars, mix them into the cookie dough, and you’ve got the ultimate easy post-Halloween treat! Plus, every cookie is a little different depending on what candy you throw in. 🙌🏻

This is such a fun way to use up leftover Halloween candy instead of letting it sit around for the next six months. 😂

Want my Leftover Halloween Candy Cookies recipe? Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 🍪
POV: You finally decide it’s time to tell your ado POV: You finally decide it’s time to tell your adopted daughter the truth about her biological mother… and she is NOT taking the news well. 😭🤣😹

Poor Riley! The look of absolute SHOCK on her face when she hears about her past! 🤣 I swear, the dramatic reactions of cats are just too funny sometimes!

But here’s a fun fact about our little rescue kitty! 🐈‍⬛ When we adopted Riley, my mom actually adopted her biological mama, Smoke! So technically, Riley’s mom lives with her grandma now. 🤣 Which means we can visit her anytime we want!

So don’t worry, Riley! We know exactly where you came from, and your mama is living her best life too! 😹❤️

Please tell me I’m not the only crazy cat mom who makes up dramatic storylines about her cats?! 🤣
🏈 SAVE THIS EASY GAME DAY APPETIZER! 🧀 Football s 🏈 SAVE THIS EASY GAME DAY APPETIZER! 🧀 
Football season is officially here, which means I’m all about the game day snacks! 🙌🏻 
And this easy Football Cheese Ball might just be the cutest addition to your next football party or tailgate! I’m partnering with @foodlion to create this simple, delicious football-shaped cheese ball using ingredients you can easily grab during your next grocery run. 
It’s creamy, cheesy, loaded with ranch and bacon, and perfect for serving with crackers and pretzels. 😍 Here’s what you’ll need: 
🏈 FOOTBALL CHEESE BALL: 
• 16 oz cream cheese (2 8-oz blocks), softened 
• 2 tbsp sour cream 
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 
• 1 oz ranch seasoning (1 packet) 
• ¼ cup chopped green onions 
• ½ cup chopped bacon or bacon bits 
• 1 tsp hot sauce (optional) 
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 
🏈 FOR THE COATING: 
• ⅓ cup chopped pecans 
• ½ cup chopped bacon 
• 2 tbsp chopped green onions 
• 2 slices white cheese for the football laces 
Mix all of the cheese ball ingredients together in the bowl of a stand mixer until combined. Spray a little cooking oil on your hands and shape the mixture into a football. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours. I made mine the night before so it was ready to go on game day! When you’re ready to serve, combine the pecans, bacon, and green onions in a shallow dish and roll the cheese ball in the mixture until completely coated. Cut thin strips from the white cheese to create the football laces, arrange everything on a serving tray with your favorite crackers and pretzels, and you have the CUTEST football party appetizer! 🏈🧀 
Food Lion makes it so easy and convenient to grab everything you need for a delicious game day spread without spending a fortune. #FoodLionPartner SAVE this football cheese ball recipe for your next tailgate or football watch party! 🏈 
And tell me below, are you making this for your next game day?! 👇🏻 #FallingforFoodLion #sponsored
If you love pecan pie, just WAIT until you try the If you love pecan pie, just WAIT until you try these easy homemade pecan pie bars! 🤤🥧🍁

I’m telling y’all, these might just be BETTER than traditional pecan pie! And that’s saying a lot because I absolutely love a good slice of pecan pie, especially during the holiday season! 🤣

These delicious pecan pie bars have a buttery shortbread crust topped with a rich, gooey, sweet pecan filling. Basically, all the flavors of a classic Southern pecan pie, but in an easy-to-make dessert bar! And trust me, once you try one, it’s hard to stop at just one! 😜

I’ve been making this recipe for years now, and it’s always one of my favorite Thanksgiving desserts to bring to the table! Plus, they’re perfect for Christmas parties, holiday gatherings, or anytime you’re craving a little sweet treat!

And the best part?! You can make these pecan pie bars ahead of time and even freeze them for later! Which is a lifesaver during the busy holiday baking season! 🙌🏻

So if you’re looking for an easy Thanksgiving dessert recipe that everyone will love, you NEED to add these to your holiday baking list this year!

Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send you my easy pecan pie bars recipe! 🥧
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Healthy Mocktail Recipes

I always love to enjoy a good mocktail on the porch when the weather is nice. And if you do too, then you will love these healthy mocktail recipes I am sharing on the blog today. These non-alcoholic drinks are easy to make and only require simple ingredients.

Most have fresh fruits, fresh herbs, and fruit juices added to make it not only refreshing but delicious as well. So if you’re trying to cut back on your alcohol consumption, or just want to enjoy some healthy summer mocktail recipes, then be sure to check out the ones I have listed below.

I love sipping on a good drink, but try to stay away from all the sugary drinks out there. And not only are these mocktails tasty, but they are definitely healthier mocktails for you to enjoy too.

So if you’re looking for a lower sugar option when it comes to a tasty and delicious drink, I’ve got you covered! 

Easy Mocktail

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Raspberry Lime Mocktail

To make this easy and delicious raspberry lime mocktail, you only need a handful of ingredients listed below: 

  • ​Fresh Raspberries 
  • Fresh Lime Juice
  • Mint
  • Club Soda

First, you need to muddle the fresh raspberries, lime juice from 1/2 a lime, and a couple of mint leaves together. Add some ice to your glass and then top with club soda.

Making Mocktails
Raspberry Lime Mocktail

If you want more raspberry flavor, top it off with some sugar free raspberry syrup. Garnish with more fresh raspberries and a mint leaf and enjoy!

This healthy mocktail is one of my all time favorite summer mocktails! It’s such a refreshing drink full of great flavor.

And I love me some fruity drinks, but I don’t love all the calories and sugar that come with them. So this easy mocktail is definitely one of my all time favorites for that reason alone! 

Easy Raspberry Lime Mocktail

​Cranberry Rosemary Ice Cubes

You may remember my festive cranberry rosemary ice cubes I made last year during the holiday season. These are such a great addition to just simple, sparkling water.

If you want a drink for a special occasion while trying to continue with your healthy eating habits, these would be perfect. Just pour it into a champagne flute to make it even more fancy!

I know the holiday time of year is hard to look after your overall health. There’s always food, drinks, and snacks around.

Cranberry Rosemary Ice Cubes in Sparkling Water

So if you’re trying to have drink options with more healthy ingredients, this is a great way to do so. And you just need 3 simple ingredients to make them: 

  • Fresh Rosemary
  • Fresh Cranberries
  • Pomegranate Juice (You could also use cranberry juice too)
  • Ice Cube Trays

To make these fun ice cubes, place cranberries and rosemary into the ice cube trays. Then, top it off with pomegranate (or cranberry) juice. Place in the freezer and freeze until solid. Add to your favorite sparkling mineral water or drink of choice to make it festive and fun! 

After Freezing Ice Cubes

Sparkling Blood Orange Mocktail 

Y’all may remember my ARMRA colostrum blog post where I was mentioning all the potential benefits you get from taking ARMRA daily.

And not only do you get so many health benefits from taking it, but you can turn it into a fun mocktail as well! ARMRA Colostrum comes in several different flavors, one being blood orange.

Which happens to be my favorite! All you need to do is add 2-3 scoops of ARMRA into plain water. Mix it together with a frother, and then top with some sparkling blood orange water.

The Best Colostrum Brand

My favorite is Polar Seltzer’Ade in Blood Orange Lemonade. Not only does it taste like sparkling lemonade with a hint of blood orange, but it is 0 calories and has no sugar content!

So as far as healthy drinks go, these Seltzer’Ades make for great options! You can add them into mocktail drink recipes like this, or just enjoy them by themselves too! Another great option is the orange vanilla sparkling water too. That tastes just like a cream soda in my opinion!

Blueberry Lime Mocktail

Another one of my favorite mocktail recipes is this blueberry lime mocktail. I love this one because you make your own blueberry simple syrup essentially for it. To do that you just need two ingredients:

  • Fresh Blueberries
  • Truvia Sweetener 

To make the simple syrup, combine 1 cup water, 1 cup Truvia, and the fresh blueberries together in a saucepan. Cook the blueberries down until you get a syrup-like mixture.

Making Simple Syrup
Making Blueberry Simple Syrup

Cool completely and store in a glass container in the fridge until ready to use. Then, to make the mocktail, I like to add this simple syrup, fresh lime juice, and mint to the bottom of a glass and muddle together.

Blueberry Lime Mocktail Recipe

Then, I like to add in some ice and top it with Topo Chico Blueberry Hibiscus Sparkling Water! To garnish, I’ll throw in some more blueberries, lime wedge, and/or sprig of mint. So pretty and delicious too! 

Enjoy These Healthy Mocktail Recipes! 

Well as you can see, when it comes to virgin drinks, they don’t have to be boring and full of sugar! You can make a delicious mocktail that is not only healthy for you, but fun to drink as well.

So instead of regular cocktails, try making some of these mocktails that are perfect for the whole family. If you’re participating in dry January or just being more conscious of your alcohol intake, these recipes are definitely for you to try!

I just love a good low-sugar mocktail full of fresh ingredients. And my DIY herb garden definitely comes in handy for these recipes too. I love being able to just go out on my porch and snip some fresh herbs for my mocktails whenever I want!

If you try out any of these mocktails, let me know! I’d love to know what you think about them!

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  1. Molly | Transatlantic Notes says

    October 16, 2024 at 11:15 am

    I enjoy a tasty mocktail and these recipe ideas are fantastic. I usually try them out during the autumn/winter season so reading this has come at just the right time. Thanks for this!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      November 26, 2024 at 11:40 pm

      Oh perfect! I am so glad you got this at the right time then!

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Too early to start Christmas crafting?! I think no Too early to start Christmas crafting?! I think not! 😜🎄

I had some extra oyster shells left over from our beach trip this summer, so instead of letting them sit around, I turned them into these DIY oyster shell Christmas ornaments! You may remember I turned some of the shells into cute little ghosts for Halloween too 👻 But now we’re officially moving on to Christmas crafts!

And I am obsessed with how these turned out! All I needed was some spray paint, pretty wrapping paper, Mod Podge, twine, and hot glue to transform ordinary oyster shells into high-end looking coastal Christmas ornaments.

Not only are these such a pretty addition to your Christmas tree, but they’re also a sweet vacation keepsake! Every year when you pull them out, you’ll have a little reminder of that summer beach trip. 🥹

I always decorate my Christmas tree with gold, so these are going to fit in perfectly with my Christmas decor this year! 🎄

Save this easy DIY Christmas ornament idea for your holiday crafting list!

Would you turn your vacation seashells into Christmas ornaments too?! 🦪

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#diychristmas #diyornaments #christmasdiy #coastalchristmas #shells
We had the BEST time this weekend at the Carolina We had the BEST time this weekend at the Carolina Charm event at @therevelry_clt benefiting the Isabella Santos Foundation! 💕

From the beautiful venue to the amazing food, drinks, and atmosphere, everything about this night was incredible! And getting to meet @relationshep and @salleycarson from Bravo’s Southern Charm was just the cherry on top! 🍒

Y’all already know how obsessed I am with Charleston and Southern Charm, so this event was basically MADE for me! 🤣 Plus, any excuse to get all dressed up, feel fancy, and enjoy a night out for a great cause? Count me in! 🥂

And the best part was knowing that all the fun was supporting the @isftorch and its mission to help children battling rare pediatric cancers. 💛

At this point, I’ve pretty much met the entire Southern Charm cast except Austen and Madison! So if y’all are reading this, I guess you’re next on my list! 🤣👏🏻

Now I need to know… are you a Southern Charm fan too?! And if so, who’s your favorite cast member?! 👀

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Things we’re ghosting this season: waiting until N Things we’re ghosting this season: waiting until November 1st to decorate for Christmas. 🤣

Sorry, but some of us have approximately 57 Christmas trees to put up, and that kind of commitment takes TIME. 😜🎄

And if you think I’m waiting until Halloween is over to start decorating for Christmas, you’ve got another thing coming. 🤣 I may or may not already have a few trees up around the house. 🤫

Listen, I love spooky season just as much as the next person, but there’s absolutely nothing wrong with having pumpkins AND Christmas trees out at the same time. It’s called balance, okay?! 👻🎄

So consider waiting until November to decorate for Christmas officially GHOSTED. ✌🏻

Now tell me, are you team Christmas decorating in October or team wait until after Thanksgiving?! 👀
Bless my poor husband’s heart because when he marr Bless my poor husband’s heart because when he married me, I don’t think he realized he was signing up for a lifetime of Christmas decorating chaos! 😂

But when you’re a Christmas-obsessed wife who believes EVERY single room in the house deserves its own Christmas tree, you have to start decorating early, right?! 🎅🏻

I mean, putting up multiple Christmas trees, hanging garland, and transforming our entire home into a cozy Christmas wonderland takes TIME! So obviously, October is a perfectly reasonable time to start decorating for Christmas. At least that’s what I keep telling him! 😜

Thankfully, after 10 years of marriage, he knows the drill and just goes along with all my crazy Christmas decorating ideas. He’s a keeper for sure! ❤️

Now PLEASE tell me I’m not the only one who starts decorating for Christmas in October?! 🎄🤣 And how many Christmas trees do you put up in your house?! 

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#ad 🎃🐈‍⬛ Don’t throw away that empty cat litter ju #ad 🎃🐈‍⬛ Don’t throw away that empty cat litter jug… turn it into a Halloween boo basket for your cats instead! I’m partnering with @catspride today to put an empty Cat’s Pride litter jug to good use with the cutest little upcycling project. Since the jug was already the perfect Frankenstein green, I knew exactly what I wanted to make! 💚 After cleaning the empty jug thoroughly, we cut off the top to create a basket shape. Then I used my Cricut to add a Frankenstein face before filling it with some of Riley and Toby’s favorite cat treats and Halloween toys. And judging by Toby’s reaction to that catnip owl, I’d say this DIY cat boo basket was a success. 😹 And before the jug was transformed, Cat’s Pride made litter box duty a whole lot easier. I love the odor control and easy scooping, and Riley and Toby are always VERY interested when a fresh box of litter appears. 😂 So consider this your sign to save your next empty litter jug and get creative with it! And when it’s time to stock up on fresh litter, check out Cat’s Pride for your own feline crew. 🐾 Would you make a Halloween boo basket for your cats?! 🎃👇🏻
If you’re wondering what to do with all that lefto If you’re wondering what to do with all that leftover Halloween candy, these Leftover Halloween Candy Cookies are the answer! They combine two of my favorite things: candy AND cookies! So you really can’t go wrong. 🤣

Just chop up your favorite leftover chocolate candy bars, mix them into the cookie dough, and you’ve got the ultimate easy post-Halloween treat! Plus, every cookie is a little different depending on what candy you throw in. 🙌🏻

This is such a fun way to use up leftover Halloween candy instead of letting it sit around for the next six months. 😂

Want my Leftover Halloween Candy Cookies recipe? Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 🍪
POV: You finally decide it’s time to tell your ado POV: You finally decide it’s time to tell your adopted daughter the truth about her biological mother… and she is NOT taking the news well. 😭🤣😹

Poor Riley! The look of absolute SHOCK on her face when she hears about her past! 🤣 I swear, the dramatic reactions of cats are just too funny sometimes!

But here’s a fun fact about our little rescue kitty! 🐈‍⬛ When we adopted Riley, my mom actually adopted her biological mama, Smoke! So technically, Riley’s mom lives with her grandma now. 🤣 Which means we can visit her anytime we want!

So don’t worry, Riley! We know exactly where you came from, and your mama is living her best life too! 😹❤️

Please tell me I’m not the only crazy cat mom who makes up dramatic storylines about her cats?! 🤣
🏈 SAVE THIS EASY GAME DAY APPETIZER! 🧀 Football s 🏈 SAVE THIS EASY GAME DAY APPETIZER! 🧀 
Football season is officially here, which means I’m all about the game day snacks! 🙌🏻 
And this easy Football Cheese Ball might just be the cutest addition to your next football party or tailgate! I’m partnering with @foodlion to create this simple, delicious football-shaped cheese ball using ingredients you can easily grab during your next grocery run. 
It’s creamy, cheesy, loaded with ranch and bacon, and perfect for serving with crackers and pretzels. 😍 Here’s what you’ll need: 
🏈 FOOTBALL CHEESE BALL: 
• 16 oz cream cheese (2 8-oz blocks), softened 
• 2 tbsp sour cream 
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 
• 1 oz ranch seasoning (1 packet) 
• ¼ cup chopped green onions 
• ½ cup chopped bacon or bacon bits 
• 1 tsp hot sauce (optional) 
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 
🏈 FOR THE COATING: 
• ⅓ cup chopped pecans 
• ½ cup chopped bacon 
• 2 tbsp chopped green onions 
• 2 slices white cheese for the football laces 
Mix all of the cheese ball ingredients together in the bowl of a stand mixer until combined. Spray a little cooking oil on your hands and shape the mixture into a football. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours. I made mine the night before so it was ready to go on game day! When you’re ready to serve, combine the pecans, bacon, and green onions in a shallow dish and roll the cheese ball in the mixture until completely coated. Cut thin strips from the white cheese to create the football laces, arrange everything on a serving tray with your favorite crackers and pretzels, and you have the CUTEST football party appetizer! 🏈🧀 
Food Lion makes it so easy and convenient to grab everything you need for a delicious game day spread without spending a fortune. #FoodLionPartner SAVE this football cheese ball recipe for your next tailgate or football watch party! 🏈 
And tell me below, are you making this for your next game day?! 👇🏻 #FallingforFoodLion #sponsored
If you love pecan pie, just WAIT until you try the If you love pecan pie, just WAIT until you try these easy homemade pecan pie bars! 🤤🥧🍁

I’m telling y’all, these might just be BETTER than traditional pecan pie! And that’s saying a lot because I absolutely love a good slice of pecan pie, especially during the holiday season! 🤣

These delicious pecan pie bars have a buttery shortbread crust topped with a rich, gooey, sweet pecan filling. Basically, all the flavors of a classic Southern pecan pie, but in an easy-to-make dessert bar! And trust me, once you try one, it’s hard to stop at just one! 😜

I’ve been making this recipe for years now, and it’s always one of my favorite Thanksgiving desserts to bring to the table! Plus, they’re perfect for Christmas parties, holiday gatherings, or anytime you’re craving a little sweet treat!

And the best part?! You can make these pecan pie bars ahead of time and even freeze them for later! Which is a lifesaver during the busy holiday baking season! 🙌🏻

So if you’re looking for an easy Thanksgiving dessert recipe that everyone will love, you NEED to add these to your holiday baking list this year!

Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send you my easy pecan pie bars recipe! 🥧
Forget checking under the bed for monsters because Forget checking under the bed for monsters because apparently we already have one living there! 🤣 Little Miss Charlie, our mischievous tuxedo cat, has officially claimed the space under our bed as her personal hiding spot. And the second someone walks by?! ATTACK MODE ACTIVATED! 🐈‍⬛

She takes her job as the resident under-the-bed monster VERY seriously, and honestly, her sneak attacks are hilarious! 😂 Who knew such a cute little kitty could be so terrifying?!

It’s a good thing she’s adorable because we apparently live with a tiny furry jump scare now! 😹

Please tell me we’re not the only ones with a cat who loves hiding under the bed and attacking unsuspecting ankles?! 🤣
#AD One of my favorite ways to start the day is si #AD One of my favorite ways to start the day is sipping coffee on our screened-in porch with my cats, and these adorable @tossware disposable hot cups make my little morning routine even cuter!

The second I saw this cat print, I knew I had to have it. 😹 I mean… cute coffee cups covered in cats?! They were basically made for me! They’re perfect for slow mornings at home, taking your coffee on the go, or just making your everyday coffee routine feel a little more fun.

And @tossware has SO many cute patterns and designs to choose from, so there’s something for every season and occasion!

Are you a morning coffee + cats person too?! ☕️🐾
You need to learn how to say NO in life. 👏🏼 When You need to learn how to say NO in life. 👏🏼

When someone asks, “Do you want one?” You say, “No… I want TWO.” 🤣

And that is especially true when it comes to Reese’s Pumpkins. 🎃🥜🍫

Seriously, WHY do the Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins taste so much better than regular Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups?! There’s just something about that perfect chocolate-to-peanut-butter ratio that gets me every single Halloween. 😂

They are hands down my favorite Halloween candy, and honestly, I could probably eat my weight in them.

So if you offer me one Reese’s Pumpkin this spooky season, just save us both some time and hand me two. 😉🤣

Now I need to know: what’s the BEST Halloween candy of all time?! 👇🏼
I am absolutely LOVING these fall trees from Nearl I am absolutely LOVING these fall trees from Nearly Natural on @amazon 🙌🏻 Usually, I keep my olive trees in these baskets on each side of our bed until Christmas, when I swap them out for Christmas trees. But now I officially have trees for FALL too… and I’m obsessed. 😂🍁

They add the prettiest deep, rich fall colors to our bedroom and instantly make the whole space feel warmer and cozier. There’s just something about bringing those autumn tones into your bedroom that makes it feel like the ultimate cozy retreat!

I’m definitely adding these to my list of favorite fall bedroom decor finds. 🍂

Are you someone who decorates your bedroom for fall too, or do you keep the seasonal decor to the main areas of your home?!

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If you love Halloween decorations, historic homes, If you love Halloween decorations, historic homes, and all the cozy fall vibes, then you NEED to visit Charleston in October! 😍 

The beautiful historic houses all decked out for Halloween are seriously one of my favorite things to see. Charleston really knows how to do spooky season right!

One of my favorite things to do is simply stroll through the historic downtown streets and admire all the gorgeous homes and their festive fall decorations. 🧡

And honestly, fall is my FAVORITE time to visit Charleston, South Carolina! The weather is usually so much more enjoyable than the brutal summer heat. Although it was super rainy this weekend, I’ll take a little rain over that Southern heat and humidity ANY day! 🤣☔️

So consider this your sign to plan a fall getaway to Charleston! Between the Halloween decorations, charming historic streets, and beautiful architecture, it’s the perfect destination for an October weekend trip!

SAVE this post for your next Charleston trip! 📍 And tell me, would you rather visit Charleston in the fall or summer?!
BOO! 👻🍪 Looking for an easy Halloween treat that’s BOO! 👻🍪 Looking for an easy Halloween treat that’s almost too cute to eat?! These spooky Halloween Oreo cookies are just what you need! 

I absolutely LOVE making fun and festive desserts for Halloween, but sometimes I want something quick and easy without spending hours in the kitchen. And these adorable Halloween Oreos are perfect for that!

They’re such a fun Halloween party dessert, a cute addition to your spooky treat boards, or just a sweet little treat to enjoy while watching your favorite Halloween movies! Plus, they’re a fun Halloween activity to make with the kiddos too!

Who knew you could turn simple Oreo cookies into the cutest spooky treats?! 😍

👻 Want to make these easy Halloween Oreo cookies too? Comment “Recipe” below and I’ll send you the recipe!

Be sure to SAVE this post for your next Halloween party or spooky baking day!
Little Miss Riley is VERY particular when it comes Little Miss Riley is VERY particular when it comes to cat toys. I can buy her the cutest toy ever and she’ll look at me like, “And what exactly am I supposed to do with this?” 🤣

But cat scratching pads?! Those are her absolute FAVORITE. She’s just about worn her old one out, so when I spotted this adorable Halloween cat scratching pad at Target, obviously I had to bring it home for her. 🎃

After a few very thorough sniffs, an inspection, and some test scratches… we officially have Riley’s approval! 👏🏻😹

Honestly, I’m just glad I managed to buy something that passed her incredibly strict quality-control standards. 😂

Anyone else have a super picky cat?! What’s the ONE toy or cat product they actually love?
If you love ooey gooey desserts, you NEED to make If you love ooey gooey desserts, you NEED to make this Ooey Gooey Pumpkin Butter Cake this fall! 🎃🤤

Confession: I’m one of those people who would rather lick the batter or sneak some cookie dough than wait for the finished dessert. 🤣 And don’t come for me about the raw batter…I’ve been doing it my whole life and I’m still here 😜

Which is exactly why this pumpkin butter cake is one of my FAVORITE fall desserts. It’s fully baked, but the middle stays unbelievably soft, rich, and ooey gooey. 🙌🏻

You get a buttery yellow cake base topped with a creamy pumpkin layer that basically melts in your mouth. And add a big dollop of whipped cream on top?! CHEF’S KISS. 🤌🏻🎃

It’s easy to make, packed with cozy fall flavor, and would be the perfect pumpkin dessert for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or any fall gathering!

Want the recipe? Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 👇🏻

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