Dave, Kora, and Logan are all big fans of breakfast. They always look forward to it even if it's just a bowl of cereal or frozen waffles. I'm not much of a breakfast person but I like to surprise the three of them every now and then with something special. One of the easiest ways to get them smiling is by serving a big stack of pancakes. They all loooove pancakes! We've played around with different ingredients in the pancakes in the past and they have a long list of favorites: chocolate ... continue reading...
Sweet Treats in Southfield Michigan At Cake Crumbs Bakery
Since moving to Michigan one of my favorite things to do with my mom and sister is explore all the local bakeries. We are happily surrounded by many delicious bakeries! However, when we walked into Cake Crumbs Bakery in Southfield, Michigan we knew we had found a new favorite. Just take a look at these cakes! Yes, those are all cakes! I first heard of Cake Crumbs because the son of the owner is on the Food Network Kids Baking Championship. Kora, Logan, and I love that show and were ... continue reading...
Where To Stay In Myrtle Beach: Marriott Resort & Spa at Grand Dunes
Dave and I recently went to Myrtle Beach and had a fantastic trip. We went in the month of January, which is a fantastic time to get away from all the cold and snow here in Michigan. When setting up the trip, we wondered where to stay in Myrtle Beach. Flights, accommodations, and a gift card were provided. When our resort was revealed, we couldn't have been happier. We stayed at the Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort & Spa at Grand Dunes. The lobby is beautiful and inviting. It offers ... continue reading...
Our Favorite Thanksgiving Traditions
One of my favorite holidays is Thanksgiving. I love how it's a day focused on spending time with family and friends and tables full of delicious food. Since I love the holiday so much I thought it would be fun to share some of our favorite Thanksgiving holiday traditions. We always go to my mom and dad's for Thanksgiving. My mom is an incredible cook and always makes the most wonderful dishes. Some of the classics that she makes every year include: She also always serves cheese and ... continue reading...
Our Favorite Fall Recipes
Fall is here! Here in Michigan the leaves are turning colors and everywhere we look we are seeing gorgeous hues of reds, oranges, and yellows. We recently had a chili cookoff off at our neighborhood lake and it was a fantastic event. The weather was surprisingly warm, the trees were colorful against the backdrop of the lake, and, of course, all the chili entries were delicious! And guess who was the winner in two categories of the chili cookoff? Yep, my husband Dave! He won most popular ... continue reading...
