You guys, it’s Harry Potter week! Psst, I did the math and Harry Potter is definitely turning 35 on the 31st. I’ve been reading Harry Potter since I was in third grade (because, yes I’m a decade and a month younger than Mr. Potter.) I’m thrilled that Harry Potter has weaved itself back into my life, now that Aliceana has turned 3 we decided that it’s time. It’s time that she’s ...
Homemade Honey Marshmallow Dragon’s Teeth (+ Behind the scenes at Dreamworks Animation)
If you follow me on social media, you know that I spent some time in California last week, I headed out to Dreamworks Animation on behalf of the Netflix Stream Team and got a huge sneak peek at Dragons: Race to the Edge (and Dinotrux, but I'll tell you more about that in August.) As always my opinions and words are still my own. After screening the first two episodes we got to ...
Prison Cheesecake recipe, in case you think orange is your color
I might currently be binge-watching Bloodline on Netflix, because I just can't wait for Orange is the New Black season 3. Bloodline is so addicting with it's format of glimpses into the future and past, I absolutely need to know what happens so I've watched most of the series in the last 3 days and hope to be done within a day or so. Can I officially call Netflix my favorite ...
Orange is the New Blackened Chicken with Linguine in Orange Sauce
You guys know that I have a working relationship with Netflix, but if you follow me on Twitter you know I'm always watching Netflix. The addiction, these words, and the photos in this post are Soso real. *Oh, and spoiler alert if you aren't caught up on season 2 of Orange is the New Black, go catch up then read this or skip to the recipe.* I bet you didn't know that Orange is ...
BBQ Tex-Mex Salad with Chili Lime Chicken and Fresh Corn Salsa
It is summer time and what better treat for lunch than a nice refreshing salad. This BBQ Tex-Mex salad has an awesome mixture of flavors that make it almost irresistible. It is sweet, and tangy, with a touch of spiciness that will leave your mouth watering even after you have finished it! Salads are one of my favorite things to eat especially at a salad bar. I love so many ...
Marvel’s Daredevil Cupcakes
We finally finished watching season 1 of Marvel's Daredevil. It's probably the most ridiculously awesome superhero anything I've ever watched. The show captures the true grittiness of fighting. I don't know any other superhero show that has you worried about the characters injuries from 3 episodes back. Jeez Matt, learn when to stop fighting, you're going to break your stitches ...
How to grill the perfect BBQ Ribs
Grilling has always been a big part of my life. I can remember having grilled foods throughout the summer. In Wisconsin the winters can be brutal but that never stopped dad from grilling ribeyes for New Years Eve! I have continued that tradition and also grill all winter long. The snow and ice have finally loosened their grip on us and we are enjoying the warmth of ...
Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Chicks and Baby Owls recipe for Easter
I've been obsessed with this chocolate covered peanut butter cracker recipe. Oh, that name is a mouthful, really there's no easy way to name this recipe, ironic because this recipe is so easy to make. It's a delicious bite of chocolate, peanut butter, and a little bit of salty cracker. So I thought, how can I make this simple and delicious recipe adorable for Easter? This ...
Spring Tailgating with Beer Chili Cheese Dogs
Spring in Wisconsin can still be a pretty cold experience, there will be snow hanging around until May at least. So opening day at the ballpark in the beginning of April can be a bit on the chilly side. So if you are planning to head out to the game to watch the awesome Milwaukee Brewers make sure you plan a nice warm meal like beer chili cheese dogs! I have been a Brewers fan ...
Affiliate Marketing 101 for new bloggers
Affiliate marketing can be super intimidating at first, but I'll break it down to be as simple as possible. I've even included some super simple walk through videos. Here are my top five tips for affiliate marketing. I use these tips all of the time, so I can definitely say that they work. Think of affiliate links as assets for your readers instead of a paycheck for yourself. ...
When should I monetize my blog or website?
A really common question is when should I monetize my blog? Do I need a certain amount of followers or page views before I can start making money? The truth is, you should have started monetizing your website yesterday, here’s why and my favorite two ways to easily start out monetizing your website. ...