One thing I love about summer is the abundance of flowers growing in the yard. However, there is only one that I can not do without… Lavender. It grows so beautifully here in the Pacific …
Sweet Sips with Deep Eddy Lemon Vodka
It’s time for “Thirsty Thursday” and I’ve got a sweet sip to share! The nice folks at Deep Eddy Vodka sent me a bottle of their Lemon Vodka to try and it was a treat …
Jazz It Up! Easy Protein Shake Recipes
I began my quest for weight loss 30 days ago with Isagenix and a key staple of the system is using protein shakes. Drinking the same old vanilla or chocolate shake can be boring so …
A Smoothie a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
Who is still going strong in eating healthy in 2015? Getting bored yet? No worries, we have what you need to mix it up a little with a list of smoothie essentials and fantastic recipes …
Sweet Apple Spice Vanilla Chai Tea
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SweetWarmUp #CollectiveBias As the holidays pass and the Winter cold comes in strong, I need to find a …
Easy Flavored Vodka DIY
I love creating new cocktails using flavored alcohol but hate spending the money on a big bottle of a single flavor or paying upwards of $3 for the sample size. This year as I start …
Apple Chai Latte
Apple Chai Latte Fall is in the air or has been for a while here in Upper Michigan. With Fall comes picking apples and drinking apple cider. Nothing is better then sitting on the porch …
Chocolate Chai Milkshake
Chocolate Chai Milkshake Did you know that today is National Chocolate Milkshake Day? Milkshakes are enjoyed by just about everyone, at any time, even in the dead of winter. Fun Facts about Milkshakes 1. Milkshakes …
Lavender Lemonade
Lavender Lemonade Summer may be coming to an end but that doesn’t mean that we have put all the summer drinks away until next year. There still may be warm weather to pull out …
Hazelnut Syrup
Hazelnut Syrup Hazelnut syrup has a rich and nutty flavour that adds sweetness to your coffee. Not all of us have a Starbucks or can even afford to buy specialty coffees all the time, so we …
Greek Yogurt Smoothie Recipe
One of my favorite things to have for breakfast or even a snack is a smoothie. I love to use Greek yogurt because of the added protein. On mornings when life is crazy …
Wine on Wednesday: Wine Cocktails #winewednesday
There are lots of great wines out there to try and in our Wine on Wednesday series we’ve discussed a lot of them. But wine can also be a great base for cocktails too! Our …
Pink Chocolate Mocha
Pink Chocolate Mocha I decided that because Valentine’s was coming I was going to make a Pink Chocolate Mocha to share with you instead of chocolate or even white chocolate. I used pink chocolate wafers …
Fat Girl Margaritas and Free Printable Label
Fat Girl Margaritas? Well, this recipe arose from a joke between my friend and I who happens to love Margaritas. It is her cocktail choice whenever we go out for a girls night and her …
Eating for Your Health: Strawberries
Strawberries are full of vitamin C, fiber, manganese, and potassium. They are good for your heart, increase good cholesterol, and protect you against cancer. And, they are so pretty and taste so good. Even here …
Lightening it up with Truvia® natural sweetener
“Compensation was provided by Cargill® via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Cargill®.” As we are rolling into the …
Chai Latte (Homemade)
Chai Latte (Homemade) Chai what is it? The word means tea in many parts of the world so when we say Chai Tea, we are really saying tea – tea. It is usually made with …
Homemade Baileys Irish Cream
Homemade Baileys Irish Cream As I run out of things I have been trying to find homemade versions that I can make myself. Not only does this help me to know exactly what ingredients I …
Last Minute Appetizers for New Years Eve
Happy New Years Eve! Are you hosting a party tonight? Need a few more ideas for appetizers? Daily Dish Magazine has a great list of Last Minute Appetizers that are easy for you to put together just …