Happy New Year!

As one year closes and another begins its easy to find a few moments to reflect on the year that's past and look forward to the year ahead. I, at the moment feel a little conflicted. I'm in an unique position where the year ahead holds many many possibilities for me, all of which I'm grateful for. But also tonight my heart is heavy, a dear teacher that held a very special place in my heart. He was too swiftly taken from this world. I just pray his family can find some comfort and healing for their heavy and wounded hearts soon.

 

I hope you all are spending the holiday evening in a place and with people you want to be surrounded by! Please be safe out there!

 

With love and sparklers,

 Vixen

Aim a little higher....

As just about everyone else in the world, I have been watching the Olympics. For me the Olympics is a time to be inspired by normal people living their dreams. It shows me what someone can do with dedication, drive, and passion. It makes me want to dig a little deeper in the things I do in my life. It makes me want to better myself. Its almost like 4 years worth of New Years Day resolutions are packed into a two week period! Hahaha, I know that sounds silly but that's how it makes me feel! I wonder if other people feel the same way. I see how my country reacts to our athletes, how much we support them, and how emotional we become about their fates. I know all around the world people are so dedicated to people who inspire them, and how much we root for them to win. I feel like the Olympics bring out the best in the world, not just in athletic ability but in Goodwill.

Now, a little change of subject.... I love all things Disney. Its a fact. I'm kind of an addict. But I'm okay with it! Hahaha Well I was strolling the web and came across the cutest movie night idea! And the best part is that if you already have the Disney movie you wont have to spend any extra money than you normally would with a little planning. I am looking forward to taking this idea and running with it. So this mom, wanted to get her kids excited to go to a Disney park so she made a countdown board and also (here comes the genius people) made movie night flyer's and also made a dinner menu based on the movie!!!! 

Isn't that the cutest idea?! I think its such a cute thing to do. And like I said with a little planning ahead as to what you'd like to make for dinner it wouldn't cost you anymore that usual to feed yourself and your family! This idea would make any night special. I always say its about the little things in life and this is one way to take the ordinary and transform it into the extraordinary!

Disney Movie Night Idea

If you click on the link above it will zip you right over to where she has alot more movie/menu ideas!

So tonight as I sign off with menu ideas and Disney movies on the brain, I'll leave you with some Disney photos to transport you to the Happiest Place on Earth until you can travel there in person!

May your life always be sprinkled with a little magic,

V

As summer draws to a close...

Hey All!

I am back once again! It has been such a busy summer! The time has simply flown by with plenty of time spent traveling and also with friends and family, the best time spent of all!

For those of you who know me, know that I am a lover of all things food and cooking related. For those of you who aren't as close... now you know a way to my heart! I think cooking is a great way to show someone you care and a wholesome way to spend the time. I love spending time poring over cookbooks and finding something new to try.

There are a few cookbook lines that I always have a hard time passing by in stores. They snag me every time and I need to look through them! Hahaha. I cant help it but Gooseberry Patch is the cutest brand! And I really love that a lot of the recipes are sent in by normal people just like me. There is something that I really appreciate about a recipe that has been around for generations. A recipe which has survived through the great times life takes people through and through the tougher times as well. If you have some time and would love to browse a great line of books that are cute and give such good ideas, go ahead and click the name above and it will shoot you off to their website. You'll love it!

I love the fall season we are slowly creeping towards. The weather starts to cool and harvest starts and produce is abundant. To me, those are all good things! I like to utilize and enjoy all parts of the fall season, it always seems so fleeting that I want to grab it and hold onto it for as long as possible. As fall draws closer, I'm going to try and share some simple recipes that hopefully help you enjoy the bounty of the season that much more!

Alright loves I need to get some sleep, I wish you all sweet dreams and a great week to come! See you all soon!

V

The winds of change...

Hey guys! Its been a really long time since I've been able to share whats been going on in my life with you guys. Almost a year in fact! But I'm back. Hopefully we can grow together. One update is that, my most recent twist at being a housewife is that.... I'm not a wife anymore! That's okay. Its the biggest twist of all right?! Anyway I'm very glad to be back with you all and I will be getting back into the swing of blogging regularly with you all! Thanks again for your patience and I will see you all again soon!

Missed you bunches!

V