Birthday Weekend and some delicious granola

This past weekend we celebrated my birthday. I am in the last year of my forties and I’m ok with it! The weather was gorgeous, I had time with my husband and children and we swam in the pool, played board games(I Love board games!😊), was pampered(I seriously have the very best family!💗), delicious food, …

That Summer feeling

Well, this weekend was remarkable. The heat, was… phew, intense, but we are blessed to have air conditioning and a pool. We went in the pool while the Beach Boys Greatest Hits played and hung out on the deck playing games and eating lunch al fresco. We hung out in the air conditioning while playing…

Monday’s Happenings

Happy Monday!! How was everyone’s weekend? I had a very special weekend this past weekend! I celebrated my birthday with my family and the weather was lovely! Saturday, My husband, son and I shopped my favorite places! First we shopped at Home Goods and found some great beachy items and then stopped home for lunch….

Strawberry Banana Smoothie

Another Smoothie recipe for you! Hope you enjoy! 1 1/2 cups frozen strawberries 1 banana, cut in coins, frozen 1 cup almond milk 4 oz. Plain vegan yogurt 1 tspn vanilla extract Directions: 1) Cut banana into coins & freeze for at least 3 hours before or overnight. 2) Place all ingredients in high speed…

Anti-Inflammatory Pineapple Ginger Smoothie

So, continuing on my journey with trying new recipes from my Pinterest Board of Recipes, I decided upon this delicious Pineapple Ginger smoothie. I felt so refreshed & hydrated after it, and I felt like I was on the islands somewhere! What a nice way to start my day! This beverage is full of wonderful…

Mulled Cider

1 Gallon jug of apple cider 4 cinnamon sticks 1/2 TBSP allspice 1/2 TBSP ground cloves 2 oranges thinly sliced Directions: Place all ingredients in a Large saucepan & bring to a boil. As soon as it boils, simmer for 5 minutes to meld the flavors together. Pour into mugs with one of the orange…