Seriously. I'm a member of the Netflix #StreamTeam and I was invited to experience the 2016 Netflix TCA in Pasadena, California. I'm currently in my hotel room, the morning after one of the coolest experiences of my life, and I kind of can't believe it happened. The TCA is The Critics Association, a group of critics head to a gorgeous ballroom in The Langham ( the fanciest ...
Our History
What do you want to be for Halloween?
What do you want to be for Halloween? It’s a question we started asking Aliceana weeks ago. We talked her through a lot of options, and even took her to one of those overpriced Halloween specialty stores, just to make sure she knew what was out there. She had a few suggestions of her own, a spooky ghost, a knight, or maybe even a firefighter, but we kept circling back to ...
Simple Princess Party Ideas
I created a fun little Sophia the First inspired party to celebrate Valentine's Day. We had some delicious desserts. I made triple chocolate brownies and served them with cream cheese frosting in small 8 ounce mason jars, with mini chocolate chips of course! I also dressed up some cute little paper straws by making foam tiaras and hearts. I completely missed taking a ...
Valentine’s Day Gift For Him (Pssst, it’s beer)
Valentine's Day is right around the corner, and let me just say it's pretty darn hard to get guys a gift that they'll actually like. So I dressed up a beer carrier for AJ, and bought him a variety of beers that he has yet to try. Most grocery store offer a build your own 6 pack (I know World Market does too if you can't find that deal at your local grocery store) This gift ...
PVC Pipe Game Day Goal Posts
When I was in high school I worked part time in a machine shop as part of the school to work program, I worked instead of attending my first two hours of class but still got credits, and made a little extra money, win win! I mostly cut material for the machinists but whenever the industrial maintenance guy showed up I got to help him with whatever project needed to be done. He ...
DIY Hot Chocolate Station Party Idea
When throwing a party you always want to serve some kind of drink, refreshing punch is perfect for Summer, but what do you make in the middle of Winter when it's freezing cold outside? This post includes affiliate links to make setting up your DIY Hot Chocolate Station even easier for you! How about a little DIY hot chocolate station for a great party idea? All you need is a ...
Our Family Christmas Traditions
This post about celebrating our family Christmas traditions is sponsored by Netflix. This holiday season we have a little list going of all the fun and festive things we get to do as a family to celebrate Christmas. For our family Christmas means spending time together, whether we're baking cookies or cuddled up on the couch with hot cocoa streaming our favorite Christmas ...
A Peek at Netflix HQ and Meeting Piper Kerman
I'm a part of the Netflix #StreamTeam, this post is part of a sponsored conversation. All opinions are my own. Last month, AJ and I got to tour Netflix Headquarters (along with other StreamTeam members.) After touring Nteflix HQ, I think I've found my dream job. It's a little bit like pop culture exploded in this building. You can find fun things in almost every cubical (I ...
Our Travels to California Bay Area
We've been back from the California Bay Area for a couple of weeks and I've really been dragging my feet on writing all about the trip. We loved it so much, we keep telling each other that we should move out there. AJ wants a house in Carmel-by-the-Sea, but I personally would love a place in San Francisco. We were only there for 7 days, but I feel like we saw a huge chunk of ...
Last Minute Easter Craft: Easter Mason Jars
I can't believe that Easter is this Sunday! I seriously can't wait for Aliceana to hunt down Easter eggs. I'm secretly hoping my grandma buys me a chocolate Bunny like she used to, she always gave my sister and I the same bunny every year. The Peter Rabbit, I love nibbling at his ears and biting off his candy eyes (Easter bunnies can be a tad morbid, huh?) All the other ...
Hot Cocoa Spoons
Yesterday I posted DIY personalized coffee mugs, today is all about a tasty little treat to enjoy with a nice cup of hot cocoa. This post contains affiliate links, so you can shop conveniently from wherever you're reading this and I'll get a teeny commision. These Chocolate Hot Cocoa Spoons were way too easy to make. I thought they would be messy or hard to work with, but ...