Basements. I'm glad I have one because, well, tornadoes. But I got to tell ya, my basement was down right scary. There was one single light bulb, a cement floor, crumbling stone walls, and wires going all over the place. I wouldn't have been surprised if it had been used as a torture chamber at some point. So when I found out that the washer and dryer hook ups were in the basement and that was my only option if I wanted to be able to do laundry in my own home, well, I was not looking forward to it. I knew I needed to brighten up the place or I would never want to do laundry, my clothes would Continue Reading
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
This bread is way better than your normal banana bread. Even my husband loved it and it has chocolate in it! I made it the other day and it was ready and still warm when Travis got home from work. Supper wasn't quite ready yet, so it was the perfect appetizer for him since he walks in the door starving every day. Making my husband happy when he walks in that door brings us both sunshine! Here's what you'll need: Yellow cake mix Eggs Overripe bananas Chocolate chips Mash up the bananas. I think four bananas would be best, but I only had two so I just went with it! (It Continue Reading
Our Wedding Decor & Food
I want to share with ya'll some of the details about my wedding. I've been dying to blog about this topic because who doesn't love to reminisce about their special day? Hopefully this blog will give those of you planning a wedding some new ideas. This post is all about our wedding decor, food, and the little details. Our colors were navy blue and bright yellow. I'd say our style was simple elegance. For the reception, we used white table clothes with curled navy blue ribbon scattered on top. We used mirrors with large vases on top. We filled the vases with lemons for a splash of yellow. We Continue Reading
Bridal Shower Ideas
A lot goes into a bridal shower. Not that I would know since I've never planned one. But based on how awesome mine was, I can only assume it takes a lot of work. If you are planning a shower, check out these bridal shower ideas that come from my own shower. My maid of honor, along with my aunt and grandma, hosted a bridal shower for me recently. I absolutely loved it -- from the decorations to the food to the games to the guests, oh and not to mention the opening of dozens of presents! My bridal shower was everything I could have hoped. So let me share with you. Bridal Shower Ideas from my Continue Reading