Albondigas, also known as Mexican meatball soup, is such an easy meal to make. Last night I decided on a whim to make it. Today has been a cold, gloomy, and rainy day which equals perfect weather for any warm soup. Some of you probably have a mom or abuelita who makes the best albondiga… Continue reading Albondigas
DIY Mini Christmas Trees
Back in the day I used to make lots of my own Christmas decorations. I've made wreaths, canvas drawings, ornaments and Christmas trees. Some of my wreaths have broken over the years due to poor storage, but the items that seem to have withstood the test of time are my mini trees. I made these… Continue reading DIY Mini Christmas Trees
Best Stuffing Ever!
Oh stuffing... the grandeur of Thanksgiving dinner. Yes the turkey is great. Sure the ham and gravy are necessary; but if you ask me, Thanksgiving dinner is just not complete without the stuffing. I crave THIS stuffing every year around this time. I have it once a year and it's my favorite! (soon to be… Continue reading Best Stuffing Ever!
French Toast Casserole
Our mornings are usually the busiest moments of our day. We're either running around getting ready for softball games or rushing to get to school and work on time. I'm always looking for ways to make quick easy meals when we're on the go. I was excited to make this breakfast casserole bake because I… Continue reading French Toast Casserole
Mom’s Meatballs
Quick 5 minute post! I accidentally stumbled upon the perfect meatball recipe the other day. It was a day like any other for this working momma of two, scrambling to get homework done and wondering what the heck we were gonna eat for dinner. We were on some sort of spaghetti and pasta binge to… Continue reading Mom’s Meatballs
Beef Enchiladas
Don't knock it till you try it. Beef enchiladas are a thing. Tonight, I made beef enchiladas and they were scrumptious! So full of flavor I can't wait to eat the leftovers tomorrow. Ingredients: 1 lbs ground beef 1/4 onion, finely chopped 8-10 flour tortillas ( warmed up ) Enchilada sauce 1/4 cup Monterey Jack… Continue reading Beef Enchiladas
Paper Snowflakes
Celebrating the holidays with my little family brings me so much joy! This year, I feel Emma's excitement for it more than ever now that she's five (and a half, ☺️). I brought out the Christmas decor earlier than normal this year and I'm not even sorry. It makes me so happy. Now that she's… Continue reading Paper Snowflakes
Cocido
You guys, it's been over 90 degrees outside these past few days, so naturally I decide to make caldo (cocido) for dinner. It doesn't matter how hot the weather is, I'm always in the mood for some cocido, I am Mexican after all 😉 This recipe is a true replica of my moms homemade cocido.… Continue reading Cocido
Little Red Riding Hood
Take a look at last years costume. A cute simple Little Red Riding Hood❤️ I needed to think of something simple to make that didn't require much sewing, since most of our stuff were in boxes in the garage. This time last year we were in the middle of trying to sell our house and… Continue reading Little Red Riding Hood
A League of Their Own
Emma's Fall softball season is about to start and what better time to reintroduce our 3rd year costumes. Emma was 3 years old and ended up being just about the cutest little Rockford Peach I ever did see! I love love love the movie "A League of Their Own" and one night it just came… Continue reading A League of Their Own
Year 2: Tinkerbell
Let me just start off by saying this costume was the easiest of all costumes to make. Idk, maybe I was still a bit traumatized from the stress of the previous years costume mishaps, or maybe I was just being lazy..it was probably the latter. Emma was 2 years old and she was (at the… Continue reading Year 2: Tinkerbell
Organized Spice drawer
I don't know about you all but when I'm organized my life seems much less stressful. I'm happier and feel more productive this way. I've been wanting to organize my spices for a while now and I finally got around to doing it today. Yay for sending your kid back to school so that actual… Continue reading Organized Spice drawer
Year 1: Monsters Inc/Dorothy
I had this really cool idea in my head that I wanted to make her the "Boo" costume from Monsters Inc. I had seen other such homemade costumes on Pinterest and thought to myself.. I can do it. So once I was sure I was going to commit to this costume, I set out to JOANN Fabrics… Continue reading Year 1: Monsters Inc/Dorothy
Carnitas Tacos
It's taco Tuesday! I made carnitas tacos because I've been craving them ever since I had some last week at the OC fair. These were a success tonight because even my very picky eater Emma loved them! It's actually a really simple recipe that doesn't take much time, the crockpot does most of the work… Continue reading Carnitas Tacos
Homemade Halloween Costumes Series
It's already August 6th, which means I'm already 6 days behind in making this years Halloween costumes! Yes, I know its early, but I need A LOT of time to make our costumes. Having a full time job, plus being a full time mom, I've got to squeeze in every little chance I get to… Continue reading Homemade Halloween Costumes Series
My Living Room
Here's my living room view from upstairs. It's simple and it works for us for now. Before this room had a t.v. in it, it remained forever spotless, untouched even. Now, since we've got the bigger t.v. in here, a 65', my pillows never look like this anymore. They are either on the floor or… Continue reading My Living Room
Easy How to: Fall Wreath
Hey guys, check out my new Fall wreaths I just made! If you know me, you know I appreciate a good wreath. If you really know me, you know that I like to make my own wreaths. Yes, I am that DIYer who tries to make her own things. Most of the time, I fail… Continue reading Easy How to: Fall Wreath