• Blog,  Travel

    Eureka Springs, AR Birthday Trip

    For my 37th birthday we took a quick one night stay trip to Eureka Springs, AR. We just wanted to get away from the everyday and take a nice relaxing trip. I absolutely love the greenery everywhere in Arkansas, so I just knew it would be perfect. Originially hoping to book a treehouse, but I waited too long and everything was booked. However, it was perfectly fine because I adored the cabin we ended up finding instead. Where We Stayed The cabin was located about 20 mins West of Eureka Springs on Beaver Lake. We found and booked it via Airbnb here. It was a small one bedroom/bathroom with a…

  • Travel

    Mother Daughter Dallas Shopping Trip

    My baby girl turned 13! I still can’t believe it. When planning for her birthday this year; I knew I wanted to do something extra special. We discussed birthday parties with friends and family but when I suggested a shopping trip she jumped at the idea. So being the type A person that I am. I started planning everything out. I knew there was a couple places that we wanted to eat at; In-N-Out and Sugar Factory. We also knew we wanted to go to NorthPark Center Mall. So then we picked where we wanted to stay. I looked at several hotels but we ultimately decided to go with an…

  • Everyday Life,  Household Products

    Updating A Kid Room To A Teen Room.

    So we have been busy updating a kid room to a teen room, as our only baby turns 13 this year. Its just amazing how fast time goes by. It doesnt seem that long ago that she was just in a crib needing us for everything and now…she barely needs us anymore! Anyways, the project. So we started with mint green walls and carpet. You can see what things used to look like here. We started off by ripping up the old carpet. I then patched any nail holes and painted her room a crisp white. We also painted the trim black giving a gorgeous contrast and staging the room…

  • Travel

    Why Banff is One of Canadas Best Vacation Destinations

    Looking for Canadas best vacation destinations? My guest blogger is giving you the scoop on Banff below! Enjoy! Where do you want to learn more about next time? Leave me a comment below! Canadas Best Vacation Destinations In Banff Banff is Canadas oldest National Park, a landmark that marks it as a vital part of its history and shows its commitment to beauty and nature.  Many don’t know as much about this area as they should and assume it’s just for skiing and sledding.  Although these are fantastic sports to enjoy in the winter, Banff is amazing year-round. These are the top reasons Banff is amazing, and why everyone should…

  • Cocktails,  Food

    Cactus Pear Cocktails

    Cactus pear cocktails, who really needs a reason? Im just obsessed with all things cactus pear. So below Ive gathered up some of my most recent cocktails featuring cactus pear juice and/or vodka. Cactus Pear Cosmo I recently discovered my love for cosmos so I naturally had to add in my favorite mixer. This super simple cocktail features Fresh Vicotor Cactus Pear pressed juice. 1oz Vodka1/2oz Triple Sec3oz Cactus Pear & Pomegrante Juice Shake with ice, strain into martini glass and garnish with lemon. See it in action here. Cactus Pear Margarita Who wouldn’t love a Cactus Pear margarita? I mean, I truly love all things cactus pear, so I…

  • Cocktails,  Food

    Low Cal Simple Cocktails

    I love a good handcrafted cocktail more than anything, but sometimes low cal simple cocktails are what I reach for. I wanted to share with you my top 3 go tos for a quick low cal cocktail. These drinks take 2-3 ingredients only. So I always have them on hand. Check out my cocktail reel here. Prickly Pear Soda This tasty drink has full flavor from the Prickly Pear Vodka, I highly recommend Western Son Vodka! I just simply add 1 oz of vodka and then top with Sprite Zero. This drink totals 61 calories. Pucker Punch For this drink, you will need a glass of water, Sugar Free Pink…

  • Everyday Life,  Local Fun Finds

    The Best Animal Encounters in Oklahoma

    Are you looking for animal encounters in Oklahoma? Maybe you want to hold a bobcat, or feed a lemur? You may be just like my daughter and have been wanting to pet a wolf! Well if you are looking for some exotic animal encounters, then Nomad’s Animal Encounters is the zoo for you. Located in Seminole, OK, just 5 minutes off the interstate you will find a family owned and operated animal rescue. Here they have everything from chickens to bobcats and a chance to interact with them all. We have been to several encounter zoo’s before, and have paid quite the pretty penny to be able to touch some…

  • Beauty Products,  Everyday Life,  Product Reviews

    What To Expect When Getting Lip Filler

    Thinking about getting your lips plumped? Here you can find what to expect when getting lip filler! If you are anything like me, you were super skeptical over anything botox and filler. It wasn’t until a little over a year ago for me that I learned more about botox and how it actually works. No, you don’t have to look like some of those overdone tv housewives. You can look subtle and natural but achieve your beauty goals. For me, it started with my gummy smile. You can learn more about that here, but essentially when I would smile you would see all the way up to the top of…

  • Date Night,  Everyday Life,  Food,  Restaurants

    Date Night Dinner in OKC

    Looking for somewhere new to grab dinner on your date night in OKC? Be sure to follow along as we taste our way through OKC. We are on a mission to try somwhere new each date night…though sometimes we repeat, because its just too good not to! Below you will find some of our past visits and here I will also update with new visits, alphabetically. If you have a suggestion of a must visit restaurant to add to our ever-growing list, please comment or email me! OKC Date Night Restaurants Bandee’s BBQ Live music, a wall of beers, and the tastiest BBQ around. This is a very fun place…

  • Food,  Recipes

    Homeade Caramel Popcorn

    Who doesn’t love homemade caramel popcorn? You can easily make this with just a few basic baking ingredients. And its ready in just 15 mins! I love making this for homeade gifts and for all the holiday parties. Perfect for any get together really! You can make this by popping your own popcorn or starting with a bag of popcorn, just use a simply salted popcorn instead of buttered. The biggest key in this treat is the prepping of the caramel sauce. The last picture shows the consitstency of the sauce when its ready to be removed from heat and add in the baking soda, vanilla, and salt. *Caramel Popcorn*…