Punch by the cupful makes a comeback on the party scene. That’s what I am hoping for. How great would it be to throw a fun dress-up party with actual punch!!! Maybe even Champagne punch. I would be channeling my parents on any Saturday night during the holidays during the 1970’s!!!! My friend Sue Sartor (you know how I LOVE her dresses), recommended this week’s book club choice, Parties Around A Punch Bowl by Kimberly Whitman. Here’s the 411:
Consummate hostess Kimberly Whitman introduces the lively, rich history of the punch bowl, from India to England & Europe to the American South and beyond. She creates a dozen festive party ideas organized around a punch bowl: an Easter Egg Hunt, a classic Blue and White Party, a Bar Cart Party, a Fall Gathering, a Holiday Breakfast Coffee, and more. Recipes for both alcoholic and nonalcoholic punches, plus recipes for what to serve with it are the center of each celebration. Kimberly’s expert hostess tips are scattered throughout. A variety of punch bowls, bases, and glasses featured in the book will send readers out shopping for their own special style.
Kimberly Whitman is a lifestyle and entertaining expert. She has published seven books on entertaining, done countless television appearances, and a daily radio segment on Dallas’s number one morning show. She is an editor-at-large for Southern Living magazine. Kimberly and calligraphy artist Jen O’Neal have created the Halo Home line of monogrammable linens and popular emoji cocktail napkins, which are found in over 85 stores nationwide.– Amazon.com
For more information or to purchase this book, click HERE.
Today was supposed to be my son’s graduation from Providence College. Like everything else, so much was planned and then canceled. Overall we are so grateful for an amazing school that he loved and had the best 4 year experience. So instead of dressing up and heading to the graduation ceremony, I thought I would do a Weekend Real Estate Staking to lighten the mood around here…I have loved Amanda Lindroth’s Island style (she is based in Lyford Cay) for a while now. Her WEBSITE is nothing short of fabulous. The hurricanes, tabletop items, wicker furniture are so beautiful. I finally caved and treated myself to a gorgeous Pagoda. HERE, Amanda gives us a tour of her beautiful home “Hope Hill” in the Bahamas. I hope you enjoy her gorgeous aesthetic as much as I do!!! Happy Sunday!!!
Our lives have changed drastically due to COVID-19 and policies have been put in place for people to spend time at home to prevent further spread of the virus. While we do our part for the health of the public, it is also important that we take care of ourselves during quarantine since this and social distancing entails a lot of staying at home and being sedentary. While we don’t want to pressure ourselves to be any sort of a way while we are spending this required time at home, staying fit and feeling good is also something to keep in mind for both our physical and our mental health.
Here are some ways that you can stay in shape and healthy while being at home:
Don’t give up on workouts
While your usual workout routine may not be possible right now as gyms and fitness classes are closed, you can still get a great workout in at home! You can use apps like 30-Day Fitness to keep yourself on track, follow a set challenge, and choose your workout focuses according to what you want to work. The 30 Day Fitness Challenge app for example, has workouts for specific muscles groups and problematic areas, such as this circuit made up of inner thigh exercises.
Try to get movement in daily
Daily exercise is important, and really focusing on getting movement in every day is crucial. While at home, people are often prone to sitting more and not being as active, but you can still be active while staying at home! You can do stairs, be consistent with house cleaning, and walk around the house while on phone calls or for a quick work break.
Eat lighter meals and more frequent if necessary
It is hard to avoid frequent snacking while we are spending so much time at home! To help combat this and eat nutritious food that fuels and nourishes our bodies, eating lighter meals and more frequent meals if necessary can help.
It’s also important to go for regular health and dental checkups. If you require dental care, check out this general dentist in Chattanooga.
Don’t underestimate the power of cleaning
While cleaning can seem just like a chore, it can also burn a lot of calories! As we are spending so much time at home, clean up your space for some exercise but also to feel good in the space that you are spending this time in.
Don’t stress about feeling less fit or gaining weight
There are times in life when your fitness isn’t quite what you want it to be, and having compassion for yourself through these times is crucial. Your routine may be different, your lifestyle has had to adjust, and you may be dealing with increased stress.. feeling good and taking care of yourself through quarantine may mean that your fitness journey takes an unexpected turn.
Keep a positive mindset and ground yourself daily
Being positive doesn’t mean that you have to be happy all the time, but it focuses on the fact that there are better days to come. Do your best to keep a positive mindset and do something that makes you feel happy and/or centered every day. Even a quick yoga or meditation session can help ground you.
When things return to normal we’ll have plenty of time to return to our fitness regime, so now the important thing is to make the most of the situation and stay positive.
The other day a delivery came to my door from Freshly. Unfortuatley it was not for me it was for my neighbor. She told me that she started ordering a few weeks ago and was hooked. I decided to look into Freshly for myself. I need to get back into my routine and healthy pre-made meals delivered right to your door sounds heavenly to me. As they say on their site…
Life is simpler when you leave the shopping, chopping, and cleaning to us. Crafted by chefs and approved by nutritionists, Freshly is not just easier, it’s better. Its honestly like having a personal chef for pennies on the dollar!!!!
I wanted to wait until my first week to do this post. So far I am soo impressed with the meals, the pricing, the portion size, and how easy it is to just heat them up. Every meal I have tried thus far has been delicious. My favorite is the Creamy Cashew Chicken. But honestly, everything has been really good!!! You can get a delivery of 4 or 6 meals per week. It is such a no brainer….
I have a $20 discount for you for your first order..click HERE for more information and to view the meal selection. Bon Appetit!!!
As a driver, your car is a huge asset and provides many positives for your life, and this means you need to maintain it properly. There are a lot of things you are going to need to do to make sure you do to look after your car as much as possible. This post will help you focus on trying to get the best outcome for your vehicle, as well as protecting your car and yourself in the process.
It is important to follow some health and safety hacks on a regular basis. Try to do as much as possible to take care of the vehicle over time. This is something that will help you throughout the life of the vehicle and is going to keep the car on the road and fully operational for as long as possible.
Correct Storage
One of the best ways of taking care of your vehicle is by making sure you have the correct storage for your vehicle. There are many different options available when it comes to storing your car safely and effectively. And also make sure to service your vehicle on a regular basis to assure that it will run smoothly on a day to day basis.
Take Action After an Accident
Unfortunately, many of us will have some form of car accident in our lifetime, and the important thing is to take action right after the fact. You need to look after your vehicle as well as yourself and make sure you deal with the fall out from the crash in the best way you can. One of the main things you’ll want to do is to get in touch with an accident claim lawyer, but you’ll also need to contact your insurance company and tell them about the accident so you can get your vehicle tended to.
Get the Right Insurance
You are going to need to make sure you have the right insurance for your car. . You are going to have to do as much research as you possibly can to assess what is available for you right now. Trying to find the best way of protecting your family with more affordable car insurance is a good start. This link is an excellent way of being able to find the best insurance packages that are going to protect and preserve your vehicle.
If you can use these ideas, you will be well-placed to be able to improve the health and safety of your car and ensure the longevity of the vehicle. There are so many things that you need to keep in mind when it comes to improving the process of owning and maintaining a car, and this is one of the key things that will improve and benefit your life.
These days, we’re all trying to save money. When you’re trying to fix up your home or you are figuring out the best ways to keep your finances in check you have to look at your immediate surroundings. When it comes to your appliances you must remember that these are one of the biggest expenses in the home. As such, we have to remember how important it is to look after our appliances. Many people believe that appliances are only built to last so long. But the important thing to bear in mind is to make sure that your appliances last longer, not just for the benefit of your wallet, but for the environment as well. What are the best approaches to take?
Read The Instruction Manual
When you need to fix your brand name appliances, do you ever refer to the instruction manual? We’re all guilty of throwing the instruction manual away but as boring as this sounds, the user manual will help us to make sure that we are using our appliance properly. Also, user manuals give plenty of pointers on the appliance maintenance. When we start to care for our appliances properly they will last longer, but also remember that there is plenty of customer support for your appliances available from the manufacturer.
The Importance Of Ventilation
Whether it’s your washer dryer or your refrigerator/freezer, it’s important to remember that these appliances need adequate ventilation to do their job properly. When the coils on your fridge gather dust and you do not routinely clean it, it can cause issues over time with the power supply. As dust collects, the fridge has to work harder to pump the electricity around. Leave 2 cm of extra space behind and above the appliance, allowing for ventilation but also to give you the opportunity to clean these items properly.
Keeping Your Appliances Clean
Many people think that they only need to clean the appliance when they start to see aesthetic issues. But when it comes to something like your washer-dryer, the amount of mold and bacteria that can build up without you being able to see it can mean that your appliance is corroding from the inside. It’s important for you to run your washer-dryer without any clothes in it once a month without any detergent. The vast majority of your appliances will work much better when the residue is clear. I use THIS washing machine cleaner and it works wonders!
Inspect the Items Around Your Home
It takes a couple of seconds to look at your toaster or kettle before you use it and once you get into this mindset of having a quick glance to see if there are any problems you’ll be able to keep on top of these issues. It’s a good idea to get into a maintenance mindset because you will be able to spot any problems before they get worse. The same thing applies to your appliances like your washer-dryer. When you check the filter and empty it on a regular basis, you will get rid of the debris and other bits that have accumulated inside there over time.
It’s very easy to make your appliances last a long time, but so many people don’t think that they can’t do anything about it apart from purchasing a new one. If you really want to save money and save the environment, follow these four practices, and extend the life of your household appliances.