Valentine Touches

I've mentioned before how much I enjoy Valentine's Day.  To me it's just another excuse to remind people how much you love them, and to tie it all up in hearts and pink.  Believe me when I tell you it doesn't take much to convince me to add a little pink when and where I can. 

Nothing reminds me more of love than our wedding pictures.  I've paired one of my favorites with some DIY candles and a little heart votive.

What's for Dinner [Quick Chowder with Smoked Sausage]

A sweet friend at school gave this recipe to me years and years ago when I first started.  It is simple, quick, and I especially love that the ingredients can be kept on hand for a satisfying meal when you don't really want to cook (or forgot to take something out of the freezer...like tonight). 

I love you because.....

A few years ago I made this sweet little I love you because printable for Hubby.  It's framed and hung above his bedside table so that he can see it either first thing in the morning or right before bed and the glass frame makes it easy to erase and change the sentiments. 

Five on Friday [It's February!]

We've reached another Friday, and this week, I'm just going to get right down to it.  Here's my Five on Friday:

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I have another book recommendation for y'all.  Sworn to Silence by Linda Castillo was a terrific mystery that kept my attention through out the entirety of the book.  It's the first in a series, too!

Bestie DIY Valentines

I LOVE Valentine's Day.  I understand there are those who don't feel the same way, those who feel you should tell those special to you that you love them everyday, not just on Valentine's Day.  While I agree with them wholeheartedly, Valentine's Day is, quite simply,  just another excuse to do so, only this time the sentiments are all pink and wrapped in hearts. What girly girl wouldn't like that excuse :)??  So, with that in mind, I whipped up some little valentine goodies for a few of my besties.  I'm delivering them early so they can be enjoyed all month and not get lost in the shuffle. 

On My Bookshelf [Sworn to Silence]

I'm a binge reader. I read a ton during the winter months, when I don't have tennis, I don't like to go outside, and when I'd much rather curl up with a cup of tea and a good book.  The rest of the year I have good intentions of continuing to read, but you know what they say about good intentions.

Super Bowl Sunday

It's Super Bowl Sunday!!  As much as I love football (truly, I do) I also love everything that surrounds the game.  Although it's certainly more fun when a team you love (or even one you don't despise) is playing, we're still excited to settle in next to the fire at our little hive to watch the game.  We're having wings this evening, but if we were hosting a bigger gathering this would be my menu:

Appetizers ~ Roasted Jalapeno Popper Dip.  Yummy jalapeno popper goodness, but made simpler in dip form.