I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Klondike. I received free product coupons to facilitate my review as well as compensation for my participation. I’ve always been a fan of Klondike bars, but the Plain Jane in me always went for good old Original Vanilla. It’s delicious and always enjoyable! When I was recently informed that their classic chocolatey coated and ice cream loaded stickless bars have expanded to a full collection of 12 delicious flavors, I knew we had to check that out! I mean, come on! If there’s one stereotype I know to be true right now it’s that pregnant women love ice cream! :) Derek came with me to the grocery store where he had free rein to choose a sampling to enjoy at home. He was like a kid in a candy store, having a hard time choosing between Heath, REESE’S, Mint Chocolate Chip, Krunch, Caramel Pretzel, OREO, Dark Chocolate, Rocky Road, Double Chocolate, Neapolitan, Cookie Dough Swirl, and Original. Packages kept coming in and out of our cart as he couldn’t decide which one he’d want to try more and which ones would be “different” enough to sample their full collection of flavors. Eventually we chose the above 4 choices of the classic ... Continue Reading...
A Minnie Mouse First Birthday Party
Are you looking to throw a Minnie Mouse birthday party for your little girl? Consider reading on to discover decoration ideas and cute desserts that fit the Minnie Mouse party theme! You may remember that my sister-in-law Lauren and I were due just two weeks apart but her little one came early and mine came late. These two girls, who live only 15 minutes from one another, may grow up more like sisters than first cousins. Just two weeks before Brielle's Pinwheel First Birthday Party, we celebrated my niece Brinley's milestone first birthday with a Minnie Mouse themed event! Lauren and Frank did a great job including little special touches and bigger efforts to accommodate their big celebration for their little girl. This party happened over 7 months ago but it's very appropriate to share today since its the first day that we are down in Disney with them! Decorations: Upon entering Frank's mom's backyard, guests saw a fun pink pinwheel display going up the steps. These are all purchased from Oriental Trading. Once getting into the party space, guests were greeted with a fun display all about Brinley! Lauren hung photos of our growing girl using crepe paper and a hot glue gun to show "The Year ... Continue Reading...
Pinterest Recipes Reviewed
After being on maternity leave for a few weeks, I dipped into my "Foodie: Want to try" Pinterest board and tried to tackle a few recipes. Afterwards, I moved them over to my "Foodie: Tried with Reviews" board. You can find my reviews in the comment section of each post or see some detailed information below. Cinnamon Crumb Coffee Cake RECOMMENDED! I tried out this recipe a few weeks before Christmas as I planned to make it for Christmas breakfast at my sister-in-law's. I made the cake, as described, but used one less stick of butter and a bit less flour than listed for the topping. I also did not add the glaze as I knew the cake would be delicious without it! Sadly my neice had pink eye on Christmas Day but our plans changed and I was able to bring the second attempt at the cake as dessert at my sister's house. It works for both reasons and was a hit! Oven Fried Chicken RECOMMENDED! I made this but with only two large chicken breast instead of the 3 lbs listed. The time said 30 minutes on one side and then turn over for another 30. I did 20 for the second round and even that was way too long so the chicken came out dry. We did like the crust so I want to make again, just with less time for a more tender meal. Otherwise, ... Continue Reading...