As students head off to college, instead of a living in a boring dorm room, you can make it feel more like home and a comfortable spot to study with a few easy additions!

My most favorite place to sit and relax is our front porch. For some it is their patio, but slowing down and enjoying summer with a cocktail with some fresh fruit picked from my garden while swinging on my porch swing is a great place to be.

Entertaining can seem like such a big deal or daunting task. When you keep things on hand, you can decide at the last minute to invite friends over for dinner. Whether you are grilling or ordering pizza, you won’t be stressed and will enjoy gathering people together when you have my favorite things ready!

Every morning I work from my laptop on the couch with my dog, but every afternoon I have gotten into the habit of working from my desk. I need a change of scenery, my dog becomes restless and I need to feel a little more professional. But if my desk is a mess, then it can demotivate or distract us from working or at least keep us from working efficiently. So here’s some ways to corral the clutter and stay organized.

It’s so much easier to whip together an impromptu picnic when you keep certain essentials on hand. You’ll always be ready to take advantage of getting outside on a nice day if you gather my favorite things!

My kids have always made me breakfast in bed on special occassions. It really is one of the ultimate ways to show someone you care and make them feel special. Breakfast in bed doesn’t have to be an elaborate meal or an overwhelming task. With some careful planning, easy steps and a few of my favorite things, you can pamper someone with breakfast in bed too!

How many of us don’t have a little space that we can truly call our own? A space where we can take a break, have some down time or recharge ourselves to tackle whatever comes next? Especially during busy times of year, having a little space carved out when you have little time, is a great way to gain a little peace.

We don’t have a fireplace or mantel in our Craftsman bungalow so we have to get creative when it comes to hanging our Christmas stockings. There are actually so many places you can hang them from and make it so beautiful and festive that you won’t even miss a fireplace!

Whether your family is busy with a full list of activities or you have an empty nest, we don’t get the chance to gather often enough and enjoy a meal together. Here’s some ideas on how to make a typical meal special and make the most of gathering together.

Summer may be over, but we can extend the life of our porch or deck by making it cozy and inviting for fall! I have my favorite things around me when I want to enjoy a little down time.

I've gathered a few of my favorite things that I like to send my kids (and myself) back to school with. You can brighten your desk, book bag, or backpack with these finds, just click on the headings for the links!

Summer summer summertime! I love eating juicy red cherries and have fun pairing my Pick Some Cherries Tea Towel with the aptly named Boom Chugga Lugga Cherry Soda Pop from Cherry Republic!