2022 Bee Kind Tiered Tray

Welcome to Thinking Out Loud Thursday where I share something on my mind and invite you to link up and do the same.  Today I'm thinking about our 2022 Bee Kind Tiered Tray!

I've decorated our tiered tray in the "bee" theme for the last few years.  This year I used all our same decorations, just mixed them up a bit.

For starters, I used my favorite teapot on one side.  My friend gifted me the little jars of honey, which go perfectly with the bee theme!

I love the little sign that reminds me every day to be kind, be positive, and be courageous.

The right side of the window sports a couple cool signs also.

It would be hard for me to pick which layer of the tray I like the best.

How could we possibly not "bee happy" after seeing this tiered tray as we move about our kitchen?  

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Wonderful Wednesday Blog Hop - April 20, 2022

Hi friends!!! Welcome to this week’s Wonderful Wednesday Blog Hop! We're so excited that you're here!

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3. Angela - THE SHORT ORDER COOK | FB | IG | PINTEREST
4. Bev - ECLECTIC RED BARN | FB | IG | PINTEREST
5. Cindy - SIMPLE STEPS FOR LIVING LIFE | FB | IG | PINTEREST
6. Christin - MY HOMIER HOME | FB | IG | PINTEREST
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8. Jana - HARVESTING HOME | FB | IG | PINTEREST
9. Penny - PENNY’S PASSION | FB | IG | PINTEREST
10. Sinea - DUCKS ‘N A ROW | FB | IG | PINTEREST | TWITTER
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12. Tara - STILETTOS AND SHIPLAP | IG | PINTEREST

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Spring Home Tour by The House On Silverado

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Weekending - April 15, 2022

Happy Monday!  We're coming off a fabulous Easter weekend and I wanted to share the rewind ~

I got to kick off the weekend a day early because we have Good Friday as a holiday where I work.  It was so nice to be able to catch up on some things around the house and still have a full weekend too!  We were able to meet our son and daughter-in-law for lunch on Friday, which was so fun.  We met at one of our favorite places, Peel.  

After lunch, Eric and I did a few errands and got home in time for dinner in front of the television catching up on a few of our favorite shows.

Saturday morning we did one of our favorite things - go see a movie!  Pre-pandemic we would go to the theater often on Saturday morning and it felt good to be doing that again.  We saw Father Stu with Mark Wahlberg.  Both of us thoroughly enjoyed it! 

In the afternoon we went over to our son and daughter-in-law's house to watch the St. Louis Blues hockey game and get a jump start on cooking for Easter.  It was a great hockey game and what made it even better was the Blues won!  Kayla worked on a berry croissant breakfast casserole that needed to set in the frig overnight and I worked on a coconut cream pie.  I'm going to have to share the recipe for the berry croissant casserole because it was SOOO good!

Saturday night I worked on making candy flowers to take to our Easter gathering.  They look so springy and were adorable on my Nora Fleming tray with the Easter basket mini!

Sunday we celebrated Easter at our son and daughter-in-law's house.  Her sister has the most adorable little boy and we had so much fun watching him play and hunt Easter eggs.  

Eric got to play with his favorite grand cats.  I think they like playing with him too!

Sunday evening we watched church online and worked on our current puzzle.  We also watched an older movie, Troup Zero.  Have you seen it?  It's really cute.  

And that's a wrap on the weekend!  Don't weekends seem to fly by?  We have a busy week ahead.  I have book club tonight and Thursday we are going to see Bon Jovi.  Then Friday we're having some friends over for a Selling Sunset viewing party.   Fun times ahead!  

Five on Friday - April 15, 2022

Happy Good Friday!  I'm so excited to be off work today.  There's a small amount of work I'm going to catch up on then I'm turning on the out-of-office notice and enjoying the Easter holiday.  And I'm kicking off the weekend with my five for today ~

1.  Bomb Shelter:  Love, Time and Other Explosives

Mary Laura Philpott's newest book hit the stands this week and I can't wait to dive into it.  I hear her speak about the book on a podcast and immediately added it to my TBR list.  Here's the summary from Amazon ~

From the bestselling author of I Miss You When I Blink comes a poignant and powerful new memoir that tackles the big questions of life, death, and existential fear with humor and hope.

A lifelong worrier, Philpott always kept an eye out for danger, a habit that only intensified when she became a parent. But she looked on the bright side, too, believing that as long as she cared enough, she could keep her loved ones safe.

Then, in the dark of one quiet, pre-dawn morning, she woke abruptly to a terrible sound—and found her teenage son unconscious on the floor. In the aftermath of a crisis that darkened her signature sunny spirit, she wondered: If this happened, what else could happen? And how do any of us keep going when we can’t know for sure what’s coming next?

Leave it to the writer whose critically acclaimed debut had us “laughing and crying on the same page” (NPR) to illuminate what it means to move through life with a soul made of equal parts anxiety and optimism (and while she’s at it, to ponder the mysteries of backyard turtles and the challenges of spatchcocking a turkey).

Hailed by TheWashington Post as “Nora Ephron, Erma Bombeck, Jean Kerr, and Laurie Colwin all rolled into one,” Philpott returns in her distinctive voice to explore our protective instincts, the ways we continue to grow up long after we’re grown, and the limits—both tragic and hilarious—of the human body and mind.

2.  Dolly Parton's Cake Mix Line

Duncan Hines and Dolly Parton are teaming up to give us a new line of cake mixes and icings.  I love Dolly and am going to be on the lookout for her Southern-style favorites like coconut cake mix, banana cake mix, and the chocolate and vanilla flavored buttercream to go along with them.  Just look at the packaging - does it get any cuter than that!

3.  Father Stu

If you're looking for a movie to see this weekend, Father Stu just opened.  Here's the summary from Fandango ~

Based on a true story, Father Stu is an unflinchingly honest, funny and ultimately uplifting drama about a lost soul who finds his purpose in a most unexpected place. When an injury ends his amateur boxing career, Stuart Long (Mark Wahlberg) moves to L.A. dreaming of stardom. While scraping by as a supermarket clerk, he meets Carmen (Teresa Ruiz), a Catholic Sunday school teacher who seems immune to his bad-boy charm. Determined to win her over, the longtime agnostic starts going to church to impress her. But surviving a terrible motorcycle accident leaves him wondering if he can use his second chance to help others find their way, leading to the surprising realization that he is meant to be a Catholic priest. Despite a devastating health crisis and the skepticism of Church officials and his estranged parents (Mel Gibson and Jacki Weaver), Stu pursues his vocation with courage and compassion, inspiring not only those closest to him but countless others along the way.

4.  Air Fryer Liners

We love our air fryer and use it practically daily.  But clean-up is definitely not something we love.  I purchased these air fryer liners this week and am dying to try them out.  The disposable paper liner keeps food residue away from the fryer and makes clean up a breeze.  The liners, which are made from parchment paper, will also work in the microwave, steamer, or oven.  Winner, winner, chicken dinner!

5.  Easter egg hunting...

Enjoy the Easter holiday!  We're going to our son and daughter-in-law's house to enjoy the day.  The weather isn't supposed to be the best, but I'm sure we'll make the most of it.  Their nephew will be around to hunt eggs, so it might have to be a last-minute call if the eggs are outside or inside.  Where ever they are, it will be fun watching him search for them.  See you next week!

Thinking Out Loud Thursday - April 14, 2022

Welcome to Thinking Out Loud Thursday where I talk about something on my mind and invite you to link up and do the same.

Today I'm thinking about Easter.  For a multitude of reasons, I haven't had the time to get out a single bunny or egg to decorate.  (I've promised myself that next year I'll do better at getting the decorations out.)  But Easter isn't about the decorations or the bunnies or the eggs.  For Christians, it's about Christ dying on the cross, being buried, and three days later rising to life again.  

Today we celebrate Maundy Thursday.  You might have heard it called Holy Thursday or Sheer Thursday.  It's the Thursday before Easter and is a Christian holy day that commemorates the Washing of the Feet and the Last Supper.  Pretty major events!

Easter offers us comfort in knowing that love is stronger than death.  It was out of love that God gave His only Son.  It was for love that Christ died on the cross.  Easter means there is hope for us, and I think right now we can all use a little hope.  As Jesus said, “Because I live, you also will live” (John 14:19).

In the coming days, it will be easy to get caught up in the Easter egg hunts and chocolate bunnies.  I hope we can take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of the day and may your Easter be full of love and hope.  

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Wonderful Wednesday Blog Hop - April 13, 2022

Hi friends!!! Welcome to this week’s Wonderful Wednesday Blog Hop! We're so excited that you're here!

With Easter just a few short days away, this week’s features are all about Easter! We hope you find as much inspiration at the party as we do!

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2. Anne & AnnMarie - SIMPLY 2 MOMS | FB | IG | PINTEREST
3. Angela - THE SHORT ORDER COOK | FB | IG | PINTEREST
4. Bev - ECLECTIC RED BARN | FB | IG | PINTEREST
5. Cindy - SIMPLE STEPS FOR LIVING LIFE | FB | IG | PINTEREST
6. Christin - MY HOMIER HOME | FB | IG | PINTEREST
7. Emily - LeCULTIVATEUR | FB | IG | PINTEREST
8. Jana - HARVESTING HOME | FB | IG | PINTEREST
9. Penny - PENNY’S PASSION | FB | IG | PINTEREST
10. Sinea - DUCKS ‘N A ROW | FB | IG | PINTEREST | TWITTER
11. Tammy - MY LIFE ABUNDANT | FB | IG | PINTEREST
12. Tara - STILETTOS AND SHIPLAP | IG | PINTEREST

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My Favorite Amazon Finds For April by Krafty Planner

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Easter Cross & a Tour of my Sanctuary / Prayer Room by Penny’s Vintage Home

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How to Dye Easter Eggs With Hibiscus by This Dear Casa

DIY Terrain Inspired Easter Carrot Favors by Pinecones & Acorns

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Weekending - April 8, 2022

I'm running a little late on our weekend rewind, but it was such a great one I didn't want to not document it!  

The weekend got an early start on Thursday when Eric and I had the opportunity to attend the St. Louis Cardinals Opening Day.  St. Louis knows how to throw an Opening Day party like no other city!  We've had the chance to attend several Opening Days and it never gets old!

The world famous Clydesdale horses always makes an appearance to kick things off.  I'm sure I have no less than 1,000 pictures of them rounding the track, but that doesn't stop me from clicking away every year!

This year Cardinal fans are paying tribute to three phenomenal players who will be retiring - Adam Wainwright, Yadier Molina and Albert Pujols.  Seeing them together again on the field was a dream come true.  

Even though it was a bit cold and rainy at times, it was such a fun day!  The Cardinals made it even better by winning the game.  Hope to make it back to several more games this season!

Saturday morning we loaded up and headed out early to drive to Memphis to see our niece in a play and meet the newest member of our family, our great-niece Emory.

Before the play, Eric's sister introduced us to Gibson Doughnuts.  Oh.My.Gosh!  They are delicious!  It's one of those little hole-in-the-wall places that has amazing food inside.  It's listed on the Memphis Cheat Sheet:  Must See, Do, Eat and I can most certainly see why.  We snacked on a bacon doughnut and I'm already anxious to get another one the next time we visit.

Our niece was playing a nun in the Shakespeare's play A Comedy of Errors.  She was fantastic!  I'm so glad we were able to see her doing something she loves!

After the play, we had a chance to meet little Miss Emory, our newest great-niece.  She stole our hearts!  

We are also pretty infatuated with the new baby's older brother too!  He's such a doll!

When we were pulling out of their driveway to come home on Sunday, we decided to make a pitstop on the way at Central BBQ.  No trip to Memphis is complete until you have their pulled pork nachos!

We got home in time to get ready to face the week ahead.  It was a quick trip to Memphis, but so worth it! 

Hope you are having a wonderful week!  This is a short work week for me because we're off on Friday (Halleluiah!). I'm already looking forward to have a few days where I can follow my own agenda.