Hi Reader! This is hands-down my favorite time of year! Football season is a big deal around here - we’re all about tailgating, cheering on our team (Roll Tide!), and soaking up weekends with friends. It’s the best excuse to gather, eat good food, and make some memories. Naturally, I’ve rounded up a few fun ways to celebrate football season over on the blog… Football Squares Have you ever played football squares? It’s a fun and easy game that’s perfect for tailgates, game day parties, or any...
7 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Sometimes the best way to head into a new season is with a fresh, sparkling kitchen. Whether you’ve been putting off that sticky microwave or your oven racks are looking a little… well, seasoned… this is the weekend to tackle it! I’ve rounded up my favorite actually doable cleaning methods - quick enough for a Saturday morning but thorough enough to feel brand new. 🍳 KITCHEN CLEANING MUSTS Click the image to get the step-by-step tutorial. How to Clean Oven Racks – No scrubbing...
7 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Pumpkin desserts don’t have to be complicated - in fact, my two favorite fall treats start with the simplest shortcut: a box of cake mix. It’s the secret that saves time, skips extra measuring, and still delivers that from-scratch flavor. Here’s how I use it in each recipe... Pumpkin Bars with Cake Mix – Instead of creaming butter and sugar, I just stir pumpkin purée right into a boxed spice cake mix. It’s a perfect match - the pumpkin keeps the bars soft and moist, while the...
7 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! The evenings are finally starting to cool off after a LOOONGG summer here in Mississippi, and it’s the perfect excuse to slow down and make something hearty for dinner. There’s just something about a warm kitchen, a simmering pot, and those first cozy meals of the season that feels so grounding after a busy week! This week, I’ve pulled together a lineup of fall dinner favorites - simple, filling, and made for weeknights when you want comfort without a lot of fuss. These are the...
7 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! There’s just something about fall recipes that feels extra comforting - and if you’re anything like me, pumpkin is at the top of your list this time of year. I’ve pulled together six delicious pumpkin recipes from the blog that are cozy, crowd-pleasing, and totally doable for a weekend baking session or a last-minute get-together. These are the kind of treats that make your kitchen smell amazing and your people ask for seconds. From no-bake favorites to rich, decadent bakes,...
7 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Savor Summer Just a Little Longer... 🌴 Let’s make the most of these final warm days with recipes that are fast, fresh, and full of flavor. Whether you’re squeezing in a backyard BBQ, packing a picnic, or just want something easy for dinner tonight, these dishes are perfect for August. Here are 12 of my favorite recipes to enjoy before pumpkin season takes over! 🎃 🌽 SUMMER SALADS & SHEET PANS Click the image to get the recipe. Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad – Creamy, tangy, and always a...
7 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader! Fun fact: before I had kids, I was actually a first grade teacher - and I truly loved it. Those years in the classroom hold some of my favorite memories, and honestly, I think they shaped so much of who I am today (even as a blogger!). I’ve always said that teaching was the perfect training ground for blogging. It’s still about helping others, just in a different space (and without the morning bell!). Because of that, I have such a deep appreciation for educators and the work they...
9 days ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader! Happy Friday! If you're anything like me, you're always trying to keep track of what your kids are reading... but somewhere between homework, sports practices, and dinner on the stove, it slips through the cracks. That’s exactly why I put together these 8 free reading log printables—to make it simple (and a little more fun) to track books, reading minutes, AR goals, and everything in between. Whether you're a parent keeping tabs on summer reading, a teacher managing classroom logs,...
28 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Happy Friday! You know those recipes that are so simple but always get rave reviews? This is one of them. Meet your new weeknight favorite: Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole. It’s creamy, comforting, and topped with buttery, crunchy Ritz crackers. And the best part? It only takes 5 ingredients — most of which you probably already have on hand: shredded chicken, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, Ritz crackers, and butter. We love it served over rice with a side veggie, but it’s also...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
