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Apparently, if I had actually read the product description, I would have known that. But who has time for details when you’re busy adding things to your cart? 😂

After a LOT of fluffing, shaping, and styling, though, these faux hanging ferns turned out so good! I love using artificial hanging baskets on our porch because they’re completely low-maintenance, stay green year-round, and don’t require me to climb a ladder every few days to water them. As someone who’s vertically challenged, that’s a major win. 🤣

If you’re looking for realistic faux outdoor plants, easy porch decorating ideas, or low-maintenance outdoor decor, I highly recommend giving these a try!

Would you choose real plants or faux plants for your porch? 🌿👇

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But here we are, another workday, another dollar, and we’re just gonna power through and get it done. 💪

Anyone else feel completely wiped out after talking to people all day, or is that just my introvert/neurodivergent brain? 🤪 #workhumor #workingwiththepublic #officehumor #relatablecontent #funnyworkmemes
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I’m especially excited that we finally got our flower beds refreshed and ready for the season! 🌸🐦 The colorful blooms have already started attracting hummingbirds, and watching them dart around the flowers from inside the house each morning has quickly become one of my favorite parts of the day.

Between the front porch decor, blooming flowers, and warm summer sunshine, home feels extra sweet right now. ❤️

Wishing you all a relaxing Sunday filled with sunshine, fresh air, and a little time to enjoy the simple things. #sundaystills #flowerbed #flowerbeds #porchdecor #porchsitting
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And while I’ve never been officially diagnosed as neurodivergent, let’s just say some of those traits hit a little too close to home. 🧠😂

So if you’re also navigating social anxiety, an expired social battery, awkward small talk, and the challenge of making friends as an adult... welcome. You’re my people.

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Every evening has looked pretty much the same: clock out, soak my aching body in a scorching hot bath, grab my heating pad, put on my weighted eye mask, and immediately take a cat nap before I can even think about making dinner or doing anything around the house. 😴

I knew recovering from endometriosis excision surgery would take time, but I didn’t expect the exhaustion to hit this hard after returning to work. My body is definitely reminding me that healing isn’t always a straight line.

Right now, this little recovery routine is getting me through:
💛 Hot bath
💛 Heating pad on full blast
💛 Weighted eye mask (shoutout to @nodpodofficial) 
💛 Emergency evening nap

Thankfully, it’s finally the weekend, and I can focus on resting and recharging before doing it all over again next week.

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Whenever I have a bad day at work, I remind myself that I need that paycheck so my cats can stay home all day, nap in peace, eat snacks, and live their best spoiled-cat lives. 😂

This first week back at work has been ROUGH, y’all. I miss being home with my fur babies more than anything. Honestly, I think my true calling in life is being a stay-at-home cat mom. 🐾

But unfortunately, someone has to pay for the treats, toys, fancy food, and all the other necessities required to maintain this luxury cat lifestyle. And that someone is me. 😅

The funniest part? I don’t even think little Miss Riley misses me. As long as the food bowl stays full and the treats keep coming, she’s perfectly content living her best life while I’m out here working my butt off. 🤣

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Being chronically ill means I’ve tried my fair share of medications over the years, and my body always seems to have a mind of its own. If a medicine is supposed to make people sleepy, I’ll be wide awake all night. If there’s a tiny chance of an adverse reaction, somehow I’m usually that tiny percentage. 😅

So starting a new medication is always a little nerve-wracking for me. Part of me is hopeful it’ll finally provide some relief, and the other part is preparing for whatever random side effect my body decides to throw my way.

Here’s hoping this one actually helps my symptoms without adding a whole new list of problems. 🤞😂

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I know some people pack away their patriotic decorations after July 4th, but I love leaving my summer patriotic decor out all season long. It just feels timeless to me!

Do you decorate with patriotic decor all summer, or do you switch things up after the Fourth of July? #vintageamericana #vintagepatriotic #americanadecor #americana #patrioticdecor
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Honestly, staying home healing after surgery has taught me one thing… I never want to leave my house again 😂 Being cozy at home with my cats, resting, binge watching shows, and avoiding the outside world has been absolutely glorious. I truly understand the “stay at home cat mom” lifestyle now lol.

At this point, I have everything I need right here at home. Peace, comfy clothes, snacks, my pets, and zero social obligations 🤣 Meanwhile, every time I actually leave the house, I come back completely exhausted.

So the fact that I have to go back to work today after a month of recovery is honestly going to be SUCH a rough adjustment 😅 I’m not mentally prepared to rejoin society yet lol. Anyone else secretly love being home way too much?!
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We bought tickets to see @johnbcrist months ago, long before I had any idea I’d be spending a month on surgery leave. Turns out the timing couldn’t have been more perfect. This was our third time seeing him live, and he absolutely delivered. I laughed so hard that for a couple of hours, I completely forgot about returning to work, ongoing recovery, and all the stress waiting for me next week. 🤣

Before the show, we had dinner at @redgingerasianbistro and finished the night with dessert at @timesbarandcoffee which made the whole evening even better. Good food, lots of laughs, and quality time with my husband was exactly the distraction I needed.

Sometimes healing isn’t just about physical recovery. Sometimes it’s about finding little moments that remind you how good it feels to laugh again. ❤️ 

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Ever since I had LASIK surgery a few years ago, chopping onions has been brutal on my eyes. I’m talking instant tears the second I start cutting them 😂 Apparently my eyes became extra sensitive afterward, and honestly it’s been a struggle ever since.

But then I heard about the “wear sunglasses while chopping onions” hack and y’all… why does it actually work?! 😅 So now anytime my hubby isn’t home to take over onion duty, you can catch me in the kitchen wearing sunglasses indoors looking ridiculous but tear-free 😎 

If you’ve ever wondered how to stop crying while cutting onions, consider this your sign to try the sunglasses trick! It may look silly, but it seriously helps block those onion fumes from hitting your eyes 👏

Now I need to know… does anyone else have weird kitchen hacks like this? 😂 #kitchenhacks #cookinghacks #onionhack #cookinghack #onions
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One of my all-time favorite freezer meals is this homemade chicken pot pie recipe 🥧✨ It definitely takes a little extra work, especially if you make the homemade pie crust from scratch; but trust me, it is SO worth it. The creamy chicken filling, flaky buttery crust, and cozy comfort food vibes make it one of the best dinners ever.

Anytime I make homemade chicken pot pie, I always make two: one for dinner now and one freezer meal for later. And this time, I took my extra frozen chicken pot pie to my sweet mama after her surgery yesterday 💛 It’s honestly the perfect meal to bring someone recovering from surgery, welcoming a new baby, or just going through a hard season because all they have to do is pop it in the oven for an easy homemade comfort meal.

If you love easy freezer meals, homemade comfort food recipes, or make-ahead dinners for busy families, you definitely need to try this one!

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Lifestyle · November 13, 2020

Target Black Friday Deals

Black Friday seems to be a little different this year and a lot of stores are rolling out their deals online much sooner than normal. I thought I would share with you all some of Target’s Black Friday Deals going on now so you don’t miss out.

Target is one of my favorite stores and I often order a lot of Christmas gifts from them. And since shipping is taking longer than normal too, now would be the perfect time to start a little early Christmas shopping!

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Black Friday Deals For The Home

I love gifts that can be both useful and practical so I thought I would include a big list of that first. Target has definitely included a bunch of them on their Black Friday sales this year!

Kitchen Appliances

Kitchen appliances are always one of my go to’s for Christmas gifts. I always love gifting them and receiving them as well. One year, my mom and I got each other the same exact Instant Pot as a gift!

And she got one for her mom too! So obviously great minds think alike and here are some great kitchen appliances to choose from.

Vacuums And Floor Care

I would absolutely love to get a robotic vacuum for the home! Wouldn’t you?? And I saw that they have a robotic floor mop on sale too! How awesome is that?!

I didn’t even know that was a thing! That would save me so much time cleaning our annoying dark floors that show absolutely everything!

Other Home Items

I also think a Ring Doorbell or Amazon Echo Dot would make a great gift too! Those seem to be all the rage right now and I am sure they would make a perfect gift for anyone on your list.

Black Friday Deals in Electronics

Electronics are always a great thing to get during Black Friday sales! From TVs to Cameras, I have listed some of the best deals for you.

That way you can get the perfect gift for a tech lover in your life.

TVs

I’m pretty sure most of the TVs we own came from previous Target Black Friday sales. I mean how can you resist a good price on a TV?! And you can always use a newer, bigger TV right?!

Laptops

A laptop would be such an amazing gift for Christmas, especially for any bloggers out there. And thankfully Target has some killer Black Friday deals on theirs below:

Cameras

I think this year for Christmas I am asking for a nice camera. I would love to have a higher end camera to work on my blog photos more.

I currently just use my iPhone so I would love to be able to upgrade and learn how to take more professional photos!

Smart Watches

My hubby surprised me with an Apple Watch last year for Christmas and I have been loving it all year so far.

My favorite thing about those are all the fun straps that you can use and interchange. I love being able to take it from casual to dressy with just a change of the strap!

I used to be a huge Fitbit lover too so I included some options for that as well as some other beautiful smart watch options.

Headphones

I need to get some new headphones and thankfully Target’s Black Friday deals are awesome this year. Check them out for yourselves!

Black Friday Deals For Clothes

Women’s Boots

All of Target’s boots are BOGO right now which is such an incredible deal. I absolutely love Target’s shoe collection and I have several from them currently. I also continue to buy them as well.

I wouldn’t mind a pair or two for Christmas and this would be a perfect gift for a fashion lover this Christmas!

Women’s Jeans

This may be one of the best Target Black Friday Deals going on right now. Women’s jeans for only $15! Say what?! You better run and order you some right now!

Perfect for gifts or just for yourself too!

Women’s Jackets

They also have their puffer jackets on sale too. Most of them are only around $25 which is an amazing price for a big jacket like that!

Men’s Shoes

The same BOGO deal applies for men’s shoes too! They have a great selection to choose from, including many casual and/or work shoes as well.

Men’s Jeans

My hubby loves Target’s jeans so I had to share a few that were on sale with you too. They aren’t as cheap as the Women’s Jeans, but still a very good price for a great pair of jeans!

Conclusion

Hopefully this post was a little helpful for you this season. I hope it helped outlined all of the best Target Black Friday Deals going on.
Are you shopping black Friday deals this year?! If so, what is the main thing you are looking for? Let me know below!

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  1. Molly @ Transatlantic Notes says

    November 14, 2020 at 4:53 pm

    I’ve been looking at various Black Friday ads that have come out and some of the deals are pretty good, and it’s great that a lot of them are now online too so we don’t have to risk big crowds, etc. The items you’ve included here are a really good selection — makes looking for deals way easier!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 15, 2020 at 10:51 pm

      Thank you so much! Yes, it’s harder to search for things when it’s all online so I try to divide it up the best I can!

      Reply
  2. Britt K says

    November 14, 2020 at 8:56 pm

    These are some great options. I have been seriously considering purchasing a robotic vacuum for a while now. With 4 pets in the house, I feel like I am CONSTANTLY cleaning up pet hair. Having a robotic unit like that would save me a lot of hassle.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 15, 2020 at 10:53 pm

      Yes! I would love a robotic vacuum too! That would be such a timesaver!

      Reply
  3. Asaasi says

    November 14, 2020 at 11:51 pm

    Love this! thank you for sharing. I’m looking to invest in a ring doorbell

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 15, 2020 at 10:54 pm

      Thank you! I would love to have one of those too!

      Reply
  4. Lucy says

    November 15, 2020 at 6:42 pm

    I would love to buy a robotic vacuum cleaner for my house, it would be great to use on days when I can’t be bothered to vacuum myself! x

    Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 15, 2020 at 10:55 pm

      Yes! That is one thing I would love for sure too! It would make it so much easier!

      Reply
  5. A Capone Connection says

    November 16, 2020 at 12:07 am

    Those are really great ideas. I’ve been thinking about a camera as well. I take my pictures with my iPhone too. I’m between getting a newer phone or a professional camera, but I’m not sure what cameras are good. I love the vacuum idea too. Who wouldn’t want that?! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 16, 2020 at 11:54 pm

      Yes, I need to do a little research on what camera is best too before I pull the trigger. And the vacuums would be so awesome as well.

      Reply
  6. Ellis James Designs says

    November 16, 2020 at 8:26 am

    I too am eyeing a robot vacuum! Can never have enough things to deal with house dust, and you put automation in it, I’m absolutely sold. Great picks for the sale!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 16, 2020 at 11:57 pm

      Yes! I would love a robotic vacuum for sure!

      Reply
  7. Liz says

    November 16, 2020 at 12:12 pm

    I’ve heard of robot vacuums and I would love to get one actually! But this is the first time I’ve known about a robotic mop! That would also be an awesome appliance to buy for the home!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 16, 2020 at 11:58 pm

      I know right?! That was the first time I saw that too. That would be so amazing to have!

      Reply
  8. Chantel says

    November 16, 2020 at 4:09 pm

    Nice list! I cannot believe we are almost the Thanksgiving and then Christmas!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 17, 2020 at 12:02 am

      I cannot either! As weird as this year has been, it sure has flown by

      Reply
  9. Stephanie says

    November 16, 2020 at 10:09 pm

    It’s already tough enough to not buy ALL THE THINGS from Target during the rest of the year.. but the holiday season? My wallet is crying! Their Black Friday sales are the best and I love that they’ve been doing basically a Black… November? The whole month has been filled with excellent discounts!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 17, 2020 at 12:02 am

      Yes girl. I am the same way. My wallet suffers every time I step into a Target!

      Reply
  10. Brooke Ressell says

    November 17, 2020 at 1:27 pm

    Looks like they have a lot of great deals on popular products. If you need anything, it’s the perfect time to look for deals. I personally just upgraded my camera and I am loving it so far.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 17, 2020 at 10:48 pm

      Oh good to know! What camera do you have? I am always looking for recommendations!

      Reply
  11. Kalin says

    November 17, 2020 at 1:49 pm

    I love Black Friday and am hoping this year is just as enjoyable even though it’s more virtual 🙂 I love the booties, I feel like I’m always buying new boots on Black Friday!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 17, 2020 at 10:50 pm

      Yes! I do too! Booties are my favorite. Especially when they are BOGO!

      Reply
  12. Jodie | That Happy Reader says

    November 17, 2020 at 2:41 pm

    Great post! I’d love many of these gifts but especially the robotic vacuum! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 18, 2020 at 11:58 pm

      Yes! I would love that too! That’s a perfect gift!

      Reply
  13. Rosie Ireland says

    November 17, 2020 at 3:21 pm

    Sooo many amazing gifts in this post – I haven’t really started my Christmas shopping yet and I am starting to feel kind of nervous!

    Rosie

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 18, 2020 at 11:59 pm

      I know right! I have only started a little but I have a general idea on everything I need to get.

      Reply
  14. PRIYANKA JOSHI says

    November 17, 2020 at 3:29 pm

    You have shared some very interesting stuff here. Robotic Floor Cleaner is something useful and would love to try.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 19, 2020 at 12:00 am

      Yes! I would love to try that too!

      Reply
  15. Jaya Avendel says

    November 17, 2020 at 9:29 pm

    The majority of black Friday sales are worth targeting, especially on more expensive items like appliances. That said, even things like a good pair of jeans or shoes can be bought at wonderful prices this time of year if we know where to look. 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 19, 2020 at 12:08 am

      Yes I totally agree! It really depends on what you are looking for this year.

      Reply
  16. Vera says

    November 18, 2020 at 12:41 pm

    Nice post! This robot hoover is definitely great for homes with little kids. Did you consider putting baby presents here, too?

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 19, 2020 at 12:09 am

      No because I am not a parent and do not know the first thing about baby items

      Reply
  17. Olivia says

    November 18, 2020 at 2:18 pm

    I am so excited for Black Friday! Great post, definitely helpful!

    xoxo Olivia | https://www.oliviaandbeauty.com/

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 19, 2020 at 12:10 am

      Thank you so much! I am excited too! Ready for some good sales!

      Reply
  18. Noemi says

    November 18, 2020 at 3:13 pm

    Love this list! It has useful stuff I’ll be checking out. Makes me want to shop for sure!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 19, 2020 at 12:11 am

      Thank you so much my friend! I appreciate it. I want to shop now too!

      Reply

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At least in my head, I’m the life of the party. 🎉🤣 #neurodivergent #neurodivergentsupport #socialanxietymemes #adultfriendships #socialbattery
POV: You survived your first full week back at wor POV: You survived your first full week back at work after endometriosis excision surgery… and this is what recovery really looks like. 😂

I officially made it through my first full week back to work after a month-long surgery leave, and whew… the post-op fatigue is NO joke.

Every evening has looked pretty much the same: clock out, soak my aching body in a scorching hot bath, grab my heating pad, put on my weighted eye mask, and immediately take a cat nap before I can even think about making dinner or doing anything around the house. 😴

I knew recovering from endometriosis excision surgery would take time, but I didn’t expect the exhaustion to hit this hard after returning to work. My body is definitely reminding me that healing isn’t always a straight line.

Right now, this little recovery routine is getting me through:
💛 Hot bath
💛 Heating pad on full blast
💛 Weighted eye mask (shoutout to @nodpodofficial) 
💛 Emergency evening nap

Thankfully, it’s finally the weekend, and I can focus on resting and recharging before doing it all over again next week.

If you’ve had endometriosis excision surgery, how long did the fatigue last for you after returning to work? Please tell me this part doesn’t last forever! 😂👇 

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#postoprecovery #womenwithendometriosis #surgeryrecovery #chronicillnesslife #chronicillnesssupport
POV: You had a rough day at work, but then you rem POV: You had a rough day at work, but then you remember you’re funding your cat’s luxury lifestyle. 😹

Whenever I have a bad day at work, I remind myself that I need that paycheck so my cats can stay home all day, nap in peace, eat snacks, and live their best spoiled-cat lives. 😂

This first week back at work has been ROUGH, y’all. I miss being home with my fur babies more than anything. Honestly, I think my true calling in life is being a stay-at-home cat mom. 🐾

But unfortunately, someone has to pay for the treats, toys, fancy food, and all the other necessities required to maintain this luxury cat lifestyle. And that someone is me. 😅

The funniest part? I don’t even think little Miss Riley misses me. As long as the food bowl stays full and the treats keep coming, she’s perfectly content living her best life while I’m out here working my butt off. 🤣

Any other cat parents feel like they’re just employees funding their pets’ dreams? 🐱💸 #stayathomecat #stayathomecatmom #catmom #catmomproblems #catmomprobs
Anyone else with a chronic illness immediately Goo Anyone else with a chronic illness immediately Google every possible side effect before starting a new medication? Because I swear if there’s a rare reaction listed, somehow I’m the lucky winner. 🤣

Being chronically ill means I’ve tried my fair share of medications over the years, and my body always seems to have a mind of its own. If a medicine is supposed to make people sleepy, I’ll be wide awake all night. If there’s a tiny chance of an adverse reaction, somehow I’m usually that tiny percentage. 😅

So starting a new medication is always a little nerve-wracking for me. Part of me is hopeful it’ll finally provide some relief, and the other part is preparing for whatever random side effect my body decides to throw my way.

Here’s hoping this one actually helps my symptoms without adding a whole new list of problems. 🤞😂

Tell me I’m not the only one who reads the side effects before taking a new prescription! 👇 #sideeffects #medicationsideeffects #chronicallyill #chronicillnesslife #chronicillnessmemes
Vintage Americana decor has my heart ❤️🤍💙 There’s Vintage Americana decor has my heart ❤️🤍💙

There’s just something about decorating with old red, white, and blue treasures that makes a home feel extra cozy for summer. I love styling my dining room shelves with vintage Americana pieces, antique finds, and patriotic decor that can stay up from Memorial Day all the way through the Fourth of July and beyond!

Give me all the weathered flags, vintage crocks, old books, and classic Americana touches. 🇺🇸

I know some people pack away their patriotic decorations after July 4th, but I love leaving my summer patriotic decor out all season long. It just feels timeless to me!

Do you decorate with patriotic decor all summer, or do you switch things up after the Fourth of July? #vintageamericana #vintagepatriotic #americanadecor #americana #patrioticdecor
POV: being on surgery recovery leave for a month t POV: being on surgery recovery leave for a month turned me into a full-time homebody 🤣

Honestly, staying home healing after surgery has taught me one thing… I never want to leave my house again 😂 Being cozy at home with my cats, resting, binge watching shows, and avoiding the outside world has been absolutely glorious. I truly understand the “stay at home cat mom” lifestyle now lol.

At this point, I have everything I need right here at home. Peace, comfy clothes, snacks, my pets, and zero social obligations 🤣 Meanwhile, every time I actually leave the house, I come back completely exhausted.

So the fact that I have to go back to work today after a month of recovery is honestly going to be SUCH a rough adjustment 😅 I’m not mentally prepared to rejoin society yet lol. Anyone else secretly love being home way too much?!
#homebody #homebodylife #surgeryrecovery #stayathomecatmom #worklifebalancegoals
Honestly, I’ve been struggling with the thought of Honestly, I’ve been struggling with the thought of going back to work while still recovering from surgery. Between the physical healing and the emotional side of post-surgery recovery, I’ve been feeling pretty down lately. So this comedy date night ended up being exactly what I needed.

We bought tickets to see @johnbcrist months ago, long before I had any idea I’d be spending a month on surgery leave. Turns out the timing couldn’t have been more perfect. This was our third time seeing him live, and he absolutely delivered. I laughed so hard that for a couple of hours, I completely forgot about returning to work, ongoing recovery, and all the stress waiting for me next week. 🤣

Before the show, we had dinner at @redgingerasianbistro and finished the night with dessert at @timesbarandcoffee which made the whole evening even better. Good food, lots of laughs, and quality time with my husband was exactly the distraction I needed.

Sometimes healing isn’t just about physical recovery. Sometimes it’s about finding little moments that remind you how good it feels to laugh again. ❤️ 

Have you ever had a random night out come at exactly the right time? #johncrist #johncristcomedy #comedyshow #datenightideas #asheville
Not me having to put on my sunglasses every time I Not me having to put on my sunglasses every time I have to chop onions because my eyes tear up so bad… 🤣

Ever since I had LASIK surgery a few years ago, chopping onions has been brutal on my eyes. I’m talking instant tears the second I start cutting them 😂 Apparently my eyes became extra sensitive afterward, and honestly it’s been a struggle ever since.

But then I heard about the “wear sunglasses while chopping onions” hack and y’all… why does it actually work?! 😅 So now anytime my hubby isn’t home to take over onion duty, you can catch me in the kitchen wearing sunglasses indoors looking ridiculous but tear-free 😎 

If you’ve ever wondered how to stop crying while cutting onions, consider this your sign to try the sunglasses trick! It may look silly, but it seriously helps block those onion fumes from hitting your eyes 👏

Now I need to know… does anyone else have weird kitchen hacks like this? 😂 #kitchenhacks #cookinghacks #onionhack #cookinghack #onions
Y’all already know I’ve been on a serious freezer Y’all already know I’ve been on a serious freezer meal kick lately since I unfortunately have to go back to work next week 😭 And let me tell you… having a freezer stocked full of easy homemade dinners is about to save me on those busy weeknights!

One of my all-time favorite freezer meals is this homemade chicken pot pie recipe 🥧✨ It definitely takes a little extra work, especially if you make the homemade pie crust from scratch; but trust me, it is SO worth it. The creamy chicken filling, flaky buttery crust, and cozy comfort food vibes make it one of the best dinners ever.

Anytime I make homemade chicken pot pie, I always make two: one for dinner now and one freezer meal for later. And this time, I took my extra frozen chicken pot pie to my sweet mama after her surgery yesterday 💛 It’s honestly the perfect meal to bring someone recovering from surgery, welcoming a new baby, or just going through a hard season because all they have to do is pop it in the oven for an easy homemade comfort meal.

If you love easy freezer meals, homemade comfort food recipes, or make-ahead dinners for busy families, you definitely need to try this one!

Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send you my homemade chicken pot pie recipe! 🥧 #chickenpotpie #chickenpotpies #freezerfriendly #freezerfriendlymeals #comfortfoods

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