Hey There Friends!
I arranged this super spring/summer theme snack table setting a few weeks ago and I've been dying to share it with you all. I don't know about you but I love snacks and especially cookies. So I thought why not combine a super cute table setting on a budget with some simple snacks for a small party or snack table.


The flowers and the vase are both from Joann's fabrics store. I love the amount of beautiful flowers they have. There are plenty to choose from. I always want all of them and have to constantly stop myself. I also found these long rectangle serving dishes from Ross.The center piece flower print at the bottom is a piece of scrapbook paper from michael's craft store.


I went to target and picked up this cute spring pillow and picture frame from the dollar spot. They also had this really cute open circular basket. I love a good deal that's why I always stop in the dollar section of target, they have the most amazing things.



For my snacks I decided to go with these soft sugar cookies from loft house. Honestly my favorite cookies to buy, there always so sweet and delicious but there mini so I don't feel bad about eating 3 or maybe 4. I also made a really easy salmon salad. Usually I Jazz My salmon salad up with celery and green olives and seasonings, but this time I was very simple.




Along with that I added some of my favorite crackers and cheese. I'm not a cheese enthusiast (if that is a thing) but Munster cheese is one of my favorite cheeses, especially for grilled cheese sandwiches. But this time I decided to go with Smoked Gouda, which is also really delicious.






To Top it all off my mom made this delicious tazo tea. I'm telling you guys this tea will have you craving more and more and she uses all natural honey to sweeten it. Soooo delicious! Just serve it with ice.



I hope you enjoyed!!!

Until Next Time

XOXO

Hey There!
Since Mother's Day is literally less than a week away, I thought I would share with you a few Mother's Day gift ideas. I love giving gifts, especially personalized gifts to the ones I love. It brings me so much joy seeing gifts that come from the heart, that I know you fully thought about. Not saying teddy bears, chocolates and a card aren't great gifts, because they are. But every once in a while I like to spruce things up and get my creative juices flowing. Today I created a little box trio set. In stores they have so many gift sets you can buy, but you can also make and customize your own.


I started with mommy essentials. Some of the things I constantly see moms or women have in their purses. I thought this would be a great gift idea for any mom or grandma since they are usually the ones with a full packed purse of everything you may need. This box is can completely be customized and personal. I know for my mom she has been asking me about the tide to go stick, so I definitely had to include that since I know that's something she would love or any mom would love.





What's In Box 1 ?
Pens
Hand Sanitizer
Mini Mirror
Tide To Go Stick
EOS Lip Balm
Peppermints


I decided to go with something sweet and simple. Whatever sweets your mom or grandma would like just toss it in this box. I decided to go with Hershey's kisses. You can even add a cute note in the box.


What to Put In Box 2?
Hershey's Kisses
Kit Kats
Gummy Candies
Tootsie Rolls
ETC.


My favorite Box of them all. You could write out personal notes to your mom. They could be words of affirmation or sayings that you live by because of her. You could even fill it with simple notes for a daily reminders. This is probably my favorite box because it is so personal and it takes time. I really believe words play a big part in our lives and we wouldn't be anywhere without communication.


I hope everyone has a fantastic Mother's Day and I will be putting out a few more gift ideas throughout the week so be on the look out.

XOXO

Hey There! I have to admit, this is probably my favorite drink I've tried so far. I love festive drinks especially around the spring/summer time. They're perfect for family BBQ's, Lunches or Brunch (which is my favorite meal) I love everything about brunch!! It's heating up so quick here is Arizona and drinks are always a stable for us, and lets face it who doesn't love watermelon and pineapple!!! I actually saw this drink as an alcoholic beverage but since I'm not a drinker I thought why not find another way to make this a summer time drink for everyone.


I purchased everything from Trader Joe's, aside from the ice and cups of course. They have a really good produce section and I'm always pleased with their fruit and their prices. I started out with watermelon spears and pineapple spears. You can always buy a full watermelon or pineapple and cut it yourself, I just went the more simple route. I also picked up some limes for garnishing and it give the drink a nice flavor.


I Sliced and prepped all my fruit before I even started pouring the drinks. After I sliced the fruit I set it aside. You could also put it in the the freezer and let the fruit get a little hard before adding it to your drinks. Its like having mini fruit ice cubes.

I used two of my favorite drinks from Trader Joe's The Sparkling Lemonade and The Pineapple Juice. This lemonade is very light and refreshing but still is so delicious when it is chilled and poured over ice. I've brought this lemonade to a few work parties and everyone absolutely loved it. I also am obsessed with their pineapple juice. It takes exactly like freshly squeezed pineapple juice, NO LIE! I'm not a fan of canned anything so knowing it comes in a bottle makes me that much more excited to buy it and drink it, like everyday literally!




Next I poured in my ice (you only need a few pieces) I recommend letting the juice sit for 5 minutes or less with the the fruit before adding the ice. That way all the flavors can blend together. Then I added 1 cup of the sparkling lemonade and 1/2 cup of the pineapple juice. Just make sure you give it a little stir because the pineapple juice is heavier than the lemonade so it will settle to the bottom. Then I add in my fruit and give it one last stir before adding my lime garnish .




I put a few slices of the lime in the drink and also on the edge of the glass. The lime gives it a slight tart flavor that works well with the sweetness of the pineapple. The your ready to drink!! I hope you enjoyed this post and I hope you try this drink. Let me know what you think In the comments below.







Until Next Time XOXO

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