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Peach Mint Lemonade

June 17, 2015

:: Peach Mint Lemonade ::

School is out for SUMMER…well in two days for me! Sara and her family are OUT and enjoying life without early drop-offs and pick-ups! I can’t wait!! For now I will dream of long summer days sipping Peach Mint Lemonade under the shade of a tree on a hammock (okay well maybe just out back). Check out this tasty and refreshing recipe of our summer time favorite drink of Peach Mint Lemonade over at Simple As That where you can find us guest posting. While you are over there wishing for a glass of this lemonade right now, check out Rebecca’s lovely blog for summer activities and great recipes! Let us know what your favorite summer drink is!

Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

May 14, 2015

Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream //

Howdy, friends! Nicole and I had the privilege of sharing a delicious dessert recipe on one of our very favorite blogs… Simple As That! I hope that you’ll make the jump over to Rebecca’s lovely site to take a peek!

The recipe is an all-time childhood favorite of mine, recreated for my own kids to enjoy! If you have an automatic ice cream maker, this dish is quick to make and you won’t believe the flavor combination – creamy cheesecake ice cream with a thick ribbon of crunchy graham cracker crumbs and delicious homemade blueberry sauce! It’s a keepsake recipe… for sure! I hope you enjoy it!

Firehouse Salsa

July 3, 2014

:: Firehouse Salsa ::

It’s the day before the Fourth of July, and you need to make a quick appetizer… this easy Firehouse Salsa is sure to make your holiday spicy and fun! Who doesn’t love a good restaurant salsa?{Not to mention some salty tortilla chips!} They are a favorite of mine, but I have to admit I am a salsa snob. Both Sara and I are married to firefighters, and let’s just say they have to know how to cook. Yes it wasn’t something that they knew before entering the fire department, but it was something that they had to learn. When my husband was working as a reserve, the fire department he was volunteering for prided themselves on making the BEST salsa in the area and this is their secret recipe…..

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Strawberry Cheesecake Cupcakes

July 1, 2014

:: Strawberry Cheesecake Cupcakes ::

Well hello, friends! Happy 4th of July week! We have another heavenly cupcake recipe for you today… simply perfect for a celebration or date night at home! The cupcakes have a baked graham cracker crust, decadent vanilla cake with chunks of fresh strawberries, and an incredibly rich cream cheese frosting! Together, it creates the most divine Strawberry Cheesecake Cupcakes! Enjoy!

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Strawberry Lemonade Fizz

June 17, 2014

:: Strawberry Lemonade Fizz ::

Who doesn’t love a good fruity summer drink… especially on a hot day? My kids really look forward to the occasional Shirley Temple! This drink is just as tasty… but way more fun! You see, there’s a secret ingredient making it one the kids will love and remember! It’s the perfect celebratory beverage… whether you’re toasting a birthday, or enjoying a holiday like the 4th of July!

So… have you guessed the secret ingredient? That’s right! Pop Rocks candy! It adds an extra bit of sweetness, and lots of pops and sizzles as the kids take sips! Pop Rocks added to the rim of each glass gives the drink some extra pizazz! [Read more…]

{weekend} lovelies

June 29, 2013

:: Weekend Lovelies ::

Hi, Everyone! The weekend is finally here! The Fourth of July is next week…. {it’s so hard to believe}! We decided it’s high time to prepare for the upcoming holiday! It is after all, one of our favorites! For further inspiration, visit our ‘American Sparkle’ board on Pinterest {image above via: glitter guide, tumblr}! Have a lovely weekend! {xo}

Desserts for your Celebration // Martha Stewart

1. Red, White & Blue Berry Trifle| 2. Independence Icebox Cake | 3. No Cook Cheesecake | 4. Vanilla Raspberry Sundae’s yum x 4!

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