Well, this was an interesting week. Sunshiny, warm days at the beginning of the week and then Maine got walloped by spring storm. If April showers bring May flowers, I’m curious what April snowstorms bring. 😉 With over 18 inches in some areas, many of us are still trying to shovel out. All this time […]
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TGIF! This was one of those super long weeks. The weather wasn’t great, I still wasn’t feeling 100% and I had two days of parent teacher conferences. Talking to parents for hours on end is not my favorite thing. On a bright note, I was able to work on my little book nook! It’s coming […]
And just like that it’s Friday again. We celebrated the first day of spring just a few days a go and then got a fresh dusting of snow. Mother Nature is so confused. This week’s finds include a binge-worthy show, an art exhibit, and some tips from the Finns. The Gentlemen Andrew and I started […]
The birds chirping a little louder, the flowers will soon be peeking through the soil, the days are getting longer. Yep, spring is on its way! Spring brings new beginnings and and exciting energy. It’s the perfect time to give your body some extra self care and plan for the months ahead. Here are some […]
Happy Friday! I am pleasantly surprised that this week went by as quickly as it did. Usually the first week with daylight savings time is a rough one but this week was over in a flash. This week’s finds include a new Netflix show, a craft project and a recipe round up. Ripley The Talented […]
It’s Friiiiiiday! It’s also paycheck breakfast pizza Friday. I absolutely love the breakfast pizza at the little corner store near where I teach. I would honestly buy it every morning, but I only allow myself to eat it on pay day. It’s the little things right? This week’s finds include some vacay ideas, a lip […]
Is there anything better than a warm bowl of thick, creamy chowder on a cold day? It’s really hard to beat. New England is known for this hearty meal and living in Maine, chowder is always on the menu. This was my first time making clam chowder and I don’t know why I’ve avoided it […]
How is it March right now? I feel like January lasted years and February was over in a flash. Happy Friday everyone! Anyone else finish listening to Who TF Did I Marry this week? That poor woman! And now the ex is coming after her for defamation? Um I don’t think so sir, she never […]
Not super excited for Friday to come this week. I’ve been on break all week, so Friday arriving means that my time off is coming to an end. We didn’t go away this break because Andrew is still in renovation mode but that is ok. I’ve had a relaxing week for sure. 🙂 Lots of […]
When Andrew and I travel we tend to either stay in a hotel or in an apartment. Sometimes though we end up staying in some place really special. Here are some of my favorite unique stays and a couple that I would like to stay at someday. Nazelles-Négron, France On our second trip to France […]
Happy Friday and happy February break to me! We got a little snow overnight too which has made everything look sparkly and white. This week’s finds include an eco-friendly beauty product, an article about happy people, and my new favorite sweatshirt. Reusable Bamboo Rounds These pads are soft, absorbent and washable! Such a nice alternative […]
Hip hip hooray for Friday! We’ve had so much sunshine this week it feels like spring is just around the corner and not months away. The sunshine certainly helps to put me in a good mood 🙂 even though I was hit with another nasty cold! Kindergarteners are such little germ balls. This week’s finds […]
This is one of my favorite decades to have a theme with. I love the clothes, the music, the lingo…the sneaky cocktails. 😉 When Andrew turned 30 we threw him a “Say Goodbye to Your Roaring 20s Party” so this isn’t my first time planning a 20s themed evening. Also, it being 2024 we’re kind […]
Happy Friday! I’m writing this before I know whether or not Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, so I’m not sure if he predicted an early spring or not. Is this just an American thing or do other countries predict the weather with marmots? I would be ok with more winter. We’ve yet to have a […]
It’s Friiiiiiiidaaaaaay! The weekend could not come soon enough for me this week. Full work weeks are tough, I’m in need of a snow day. 🙂 Fingers crossed for one this upcoming Monday, we’ll just have to wait and see. This week’s finds include winter skin care tips, a seasonal dessert, and a Spotify playlist. […]
Happy Friday! Winter has seemed to finally arrive in my part of Maine. Super cold temperatures and snow that finally sticks around for more than a day. It’s made me want all the cozy and comforting things the past few days. 🙂 This week’s finds include a little self-care, a comforting recipe and a book […]
A really big storm hit Maine over the weekend causing devastating damage to coastal communities. The tide surged at over 14.5ft at high tide, which broke the pervious record set in 1978. Some records you want to break but this was not one of them. One of the losses during the storm were the historic […]
Happy Friday! What a busy week I’ve had. I think I had a meeting every day after school, which I am not a fan of. Needless to say, I am SO ready for the long weekend. This week’s finds include a super cute sweater, a pre-made mocktail, and a yummy looking dinner. Super Cute Sweater […]
As much as we love a date night in we do venture out and let someone else cook us dinner every once and awhile. There is no shortage of wonderful restaurants in the Portland area which can make picking a place quite the challenge. Here are some of our favorite spots for a cozy and […]
Happy New Year! I decided to bring back some Friday Finds for 2024. I missed sharing things that I’ve discovered on a weekly basis! Expect a lot of recipes, probably some travel articles and at least for the month of January some tasty mocktails. I’m doing a little Dry January reset after a super fun […]
European Christmas Markets are full of magic; beautiful alpine stalls, delicious food, warm Gluhwein, SO much cheer. While you can’t recreate the stalls in your home you can easily make some of the food. Here are some of my favorite foods from markets I’ve visited. Tarte Flambée (Flammkuchen) This dish is from the Alsace region […]
