Currently I would argue that in addition to love you also need high volumes of caffeine, sleep and a vacation (a staycation would do). I’m drowning in activity these days and failing at my main new year’s resolution…. it was a rainy day for last week’s flower party and I was more exhausted than chipper … More Currently
Turns out Magnolia magic is like pixie dust – all you need to do is believe. After reading about Joanna’s flower workshop, I was inspired to host a flower party for Mother’s Day. I enjoy fresh flowers but more often than not I receive them as a hostess gift and hurriedly cut the stems and plop … More How to Host a Flower Brunch
This weekend I helped host a long anticipated event – my best friend’s baby shower! The journey for these babes have been a long one but the reward is in sight. Lillian and Emily have a lot of people who love them and are patiently awaiting their arrival, it was great to have everyone gathered to … More Cara’s Baby Shower
I don’t drink beer. I don’t like it at all but I’m surrounded by beer connoisseurs and am aware that Michigan’s brewery scene is quite impressive. So much so that a recent list named 4 Michigan beers on a top 20 list of the best beers in the world! Nationally, Michigan is one of the … More Brewed in Detroit
Last year we hosted my Mom’s family for Easter breakfast. It went well enough but was a bit rushed because we also had to go to Danny’s family in the afternoon. I felt bad for double-booking so this year I invited people over for Holy Saturday, it was a much better arrangement. I love hosting … More Holy Saturday Brunch
In a mere month Cindel or Elias will join the world. To celebrate Sheila and I planned a work baby shower for Gina and Garrett. Since a baby girl will be named after The Ewok Adventure, a Star Wars baby shower was a no-brainer. The non-traditional theme made planning a bit tricky but I think … More Star Wars Baby Shower
Our holidays are usually busy because we always see both of our families. This year it was extra busy because I hosted an Easter Breakfast! It was incredibly last minute but I’m very happy with the results. I’m still learning to be a hostess but I feel like I’m improving. I didn’t go overboard and … More Easter Sunday
I hosted my first cocktail party at the new place this weekend and I think it went really well! I had a lot of fun and I think our guests enjoyed themselves also. Planning a party for 11 kids is A LOT easier than having one for 11 other adults. Some lessons I learned from … More Cocktail Party
Saturday night my long awaited party for the nieces and nephews. 11 kids, 2 adults and 1 townhouse. I spent the week planning everything out. A fort for Erin and Reese, a mancave for the boys, an unlimited supply of snacks and tables full of crafts. Did I go overboard? Yes. But I’m ok with … More Party Time
Today Chris sent me an article about millennial and un(der)employment. It’s not good folks. He and I often discuss the fate of America, society and our generation and ponder potential solutions. We are generally on the same page but go back and forth about our solutions. He shared with me some comments from our co-worker and it … More Social Hour
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