(I am re-sharing this post as part of "The Best of Summer" Enjoy!) Summer is in full swing! In fact, I could stand for a little less of the Summer heat we have been having these past few weeks. Thankfully, we have been getting some late afternoon rain showers which cool us off. Then, we can head out onto the back deck to enjoy the ... READ MORE
How to Create a Bee Garden
This year, my Bee Garden is in full bloom. I have added even more Bee-friendly plants and more plants that will attract butterflies, too. I love to go out in the early morning hours and watch the scurry of activity. I am amazed at how many dragonflies there are, too. (another fave of mine). I haven't shared this, but ... READ MORE
Homemade Espresso Chocolate Pudding {and a giveaway}
When you think of making chocolate pudding, I know its easy to just whip out the ole' box of instant mix and some cold milk and voila' - pudding. But I am here to tell you - if you have ever tasted the made from scratch kind you will never want to settle for the boxed version again. And its so incredibly easy to make. I decided to ... READ MORE
5 Easy Ways to Live in the Moment
I am a list maker. I love when a task is completed and I get to check it off my list. It strangely brings me a moment of joy. On the other hand, it occurred to me how stressful making lists can be. Yes, they work as a reminder of the tasks I need to accomplish. But, they also remind of the tasks I need to ... READ MORE
Easy Seashell Covered Pot
Summer. It's Official! I've already made one beach trip since school got out and there will be many more in the next few months. We love shell collecting and we have brought home buckets of them. I love to craft with shells, and this is still one of my favorite projects I ever made. I have made several pots for ... READ MORE
35+ Patriotic July 4th Projects, Recipes and Party Ideas
There are several holidays I consider my favorites, and July 4th would be one of them. Although not one of America's religious holidays, it's an opportunity for me and my family and other patriots to share our pride in being a United States citizen and show some good ole' patriotism. We love to have friends and family over for a large ... READ MORE
Mexican Style Pasta Salad
My family loves pasta. Let me state that once again. My family LOVES pasta. :-D Especially my babies, so this Grammy makes a lot of it. I especially love it during the Summer months when we grill. Let's face it - pasta salad is a fabulous accompaniment to almost any grilled meat. Sometimes I will ... READ MORE
Our Savannah Tour with Paula Deen
Our Savannah Tour with Paula Deen Last week I shared Part One of our tour of Historic Savannah I took with my mama and my sister. I wanted to break it down into two parts because well...pictures! I had a LOT. :) This week, I am sharing our visit to the Paula Deen Retail Store as well as our lunch at The Lady & Sons. ... READ MORE
Perfectly Juicy Grilled Chicken
Is there truly anything more mouth watering than juicy grilled chicken? I mean, when you think of Summer and eating on the back deck and having friends and family over to your home - doesn't juicy and succulent and perfectly grilled chicken come to mind? I know it does for me. But, not the kind of chicken that has lost every ... READ MORE
Tour of Historic Savannah Georgia (part 1)
I have traveled all over the world. In my heart, though, there is "no place like home." And when I say home, I mean the United States and more specifically my beloved South. There are a few cities across the South that are quintessentially Southern, and Savannah is one of them. It's also the backdrop of one my favorite ... READ MORE
Share It One More Time Inspiration Party #89
Hi Everyone! Sorry I have been so absent all week. It's been "one of those weeks" and I am so glad to put it behind me. My auto immunes have really kicked into high gear. I'm pretty wiped out. But the worse part is that my sweet hubby was in a head on collision. He is okay but the driver was unlicensed and ... READ MORE
Share It One More Time Inspiration Party #88
Hi Everyone, Happy Memorial Day Weekend! We would like to take a few minutes to acknowledge the true American Heroes who have sacrificed over the years for the sake of American Freedom! We enjoy the life we live today, because of the life they gave in the past. God Bless America, xxoo Barb and Tammy Tammy ... READ MORE
Easy Succulent Container Garden
Y'all, I am in a planting fever. I get this way every Summer. I tell myself I am not going to plant nearly as many pots and containers, and I am not going to buy anywhere as many plants as last year. Then, I go to Lowes and some of my fave garden shops, and these plants and herbs and flowers just jump right in my cart and ... READ MORE
Share It One More Time Inspiration Party #87
You know when you wake up in the morning, and you've slept in because its been a super hectic week - to include your granddaughter's 5th Birthday party which you have cooked for. So you're laying there, not quite ready to wake up - but something is nagging you. Something you forgot. Suddenly you sit straight up in bed and run to ... READ MORE
Easy Strawberry Cream Cheese Tart Recipe
The strawberries this year have been plump and sweet. Kinda like me. Haha! We have eaten quarts and quarts of them and I managed to make a few jars of jam and freeze some more. I usually make several dozen jars of jam, but this year it just didn't happen. Good thing I made a lot last year and we still have some in the ... READ MORE
5 Easy Ways to Bring Greenery Into Your Home
I was blessed with a green thumb! At least in the garden. Strangely enough I struggle with keeping plants alive inside of our home. I won't even tell you how many poor ficus trees I have murdered in my lifetime. Then, we have my three furballs to think about which sees anything green as a chew toy. So, I have to use ... READ MORE
Share It One More Time Inspiration Party #86
Happy Saturday, my Everyday Friends! What. A. Week. I am generally not one to see another week end, but in this case I was more than happy to say good-bye. Ever have weeks like that? Here's hoping to a better one next week. I do have some good news for all of you who have been reading my romance novel. Chapter ... READ MORE
Easy Summer Farmhouse Centerpiece
I slowly keep adding elements of Summer. I figure if I add a few at a time, when Summer officially arrives I will be more than ready. Summer to me means greenery and plants. But, to be honest, I don't want to spend hours walking around my home watering plants, because I already spend hours walking around outside watering my plants. ... READ MORE
Share It One More Time Inspiration Party #85
Happy Saturday and welcome back to the Share It One More Time Inspiration Party, my Everyday Friends. Do you have any major DIY or Garden projects going on this weekend? I hope to finish planting the garden but we are supposed to get some major rain storms (which we greatly need) so we'll see. Also, me and The Hubbs are going ... READ MORE
Summer Decor in a Farmhouse Dining Room
I am tickled PINK. Well, our Dining Room is, at least. I live with a 6'2" Marine Colonel. Let's just say "pink" is not a color I would choose to decorate our home with. But, this year, I wanted a softer side of Summer to come through. So far, he hasn't said anything, but then again, I haven't gone too too crazy. ... READ MORE
Blueberry Lemon Yogurt
I have been compensated for reviewing this product by The R.W. Knudsen ® Family but all opinions and recipes are my own. I make NO apologies for my blueberry obsession. Seriously, y'all. I love those little blue berries. Our blueberry season has ended and we are into strawberry picking season (my second fave berry). During blueberry ... READ MORE
Pulled Pork with Southern Bourbon BBQ Sauce {giveaway!!}
*Power Pressure Cooker XL supplied me with a pressure cooker for review. All opinions and recipes are my own. Southern Eats. If there is something we Southerners know how to do, it's cook. And if there something we love to do - it's eat. And we love to eat pork. Especially yummy pulled pork slathered in a good BBQ ... READ MORE
