On Being Thankful

 

A very close friend did a post on thankfulness and 

finding gratitude in the not-so-great moments.   

She included a list and I couldn't help but think of my own.  

I am thankful for:

My sink that is full of dishes and bottles because 

that means I had a house full of friends that I love

The fridge that won't shut completely
because we have it stocked with food

My favorite work dresses shrinking in the wash because 

I have a sweet husband who likes to help out and has a heart of gold

The grumpy bus driver and his crazy driving because 

without him my life would be a lot more difficult

Football games that are boring because
that means the Seahawks are winning... by a lot.

The blisters on my feet from working out because 

that means I am active and healthy 

 You can see her inspiring post here.

What are some things that you are thankful for?

Have a great weekend!

{Dishes in the Sink photo by me}

Peach Cobbler

   

Confession: in the past month I have made cobbler three times.  

One time with blueberries and blackberries (remember this post?) 

and twice with peaches and nectarines.  Peach-Nectarine is definitely my favorite.  

When were were dating, Justin told me his family's 

go-to cobbler ingredient: yellow cake mix.  

Its definitely a cobbler must! 

Do you have any secret ingredients that you like to bake with?  

Please share!

Also, I want to try this Mango Cobbler recipe.  YUM!

{photo by Everyday Occasions}

Fall

 I get excited for Fall right after the fourth of July 

but I tame my public excitement for my favorite season until 

after Labor Day Weekend.  So now I can officially be excited.

I love the changing of seasons and the quick chill that makes 

cuddling not unbearable and sweaters socially acceptable.  

Its always been a time for change in my life: going to school, 

moving to the city for college, the start of a new career, and last year marriage.  

I can't wait to see what this fall brings.  

I'm looking forward to sharing some of my favorite fall 

recipes, wish lists, and flowers soon.

xo

{photo by nealyblau}

Honeymoon

 

36 Days until my husband and I take our long awaited 

honeymoon in Italy.  Its practically all I can think about. 

Have you ever been?

We are lucky to have two weeks to explore this romantic country.  

Three of my favorite things will be in one place: pizza, wine, and Justin. 

Does it get any better?

Readers we'd love to hear your tips and advice! xo

{photos by Rochelle Cheever}

Cinnamon Roll Tower

 

For Justin's birthday he requested Cinnamon Rolls.  No Cake.

I needed to make them look special so I came up with this drizzled and sprinkled

Birthday Cinnamon Roll Tower.  

Do you have any fun ideas to turn an everyday baked good into something special?

I would love to hear your ideas!

Flower School: Leucadendron (Blushing Bride)

 

Leucadendron are such beautiful flowers for such a weird name.  

They also go by Blushing Bride.  They are eye catching and romantic.  

Leucadendron are related to Proteas which are full of color and can be huge!  

But we'll give Proteas their own post sometime soon.

{Photo Credit: Coriander Girl & United with Love}