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Archive for the ‘Holidays and Other Occasions’ Category

  • Family, Friends and Fun!

    Where did the summer go? The days are getting shorter, and the weather, while still hot, is subtly changing. I want to take advantage of that laid-back summer vibe before the hectic over-scheduled Fall begins. I surveyed my friends and… Read More

  • Vacation Vibes!

    In my dreams I see myself vacationing where someone makes me all my meals and brings me pretty umbrella drinks as I lounge by a pool. However, my reality looks a little different! When we’re lucky enough to go on… Read More

  • Gather Your Girlfriends!

    As if I need an excuse to get together with my friends, August 1st is National Girlfriend’s Day. I really value my girlfriends and we try to connect pretty often. We’re good about celebrating each other’s special gifts, important events… Read More

  • Star Gazing…No Regrets

    Say it isn’t so…but summer is half over. Sometimes I get to this point in the summer and lament that I didn’t get in the best “bathing suit shape” or haven’t hosted enough cookouts or counted fireflies with the kids…. Read More

  • The “Coolest” 4th!

    Do you have memories of super-hot 4th of Julys? I mean burn your feet as you run across the beach hot, fry an egg on the sidewalk kinda heat. It’s the day that says, “Summer has definitely arrived.” And it always… Read More

  • Red! White! and Blue!

    Welcome to my red, white and blue Independence Day party! I love a theme party. It’s also fun to pick a theme for a particular night, like Mexican Night or Pizza Night. I don’t do it very often, so it’s… Read More

  • Happy St Patricks’s Day!

    Sure and begorrah, Saint Paddy’s day is upon us again. What began as a religious feast day to commemorate the death of Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, has become a globally recognized celebration of all things Irish. May… Read More

  • Leapin’ Good Time!

    Leap on over for an extra special day! It’s not every day that we get to commemorate Leap Year Day. Which leads me to wonder just how should we celebrate? Why do we even have an extra day on the… Read More

  • Game on! Your Guide To Throw the Best Big Game Party!

    Yes, it’s that time of year again when two football teams battle it out for the championship. For those cheering for their home teams, it’s an extra special event. Serious bragging rights are on the line! For the rest of… Read More

  • 2024 Could Be Your Lucky Year!

    I’m a little bit superstitious. OK, let’s be honest, I’m superstitious about anything that will bring me luck!  And like most of us, I’m wishing for good luck in 2024. So when it came time to deciding what to make… Read More