When I was little, carving pumpkins and decorating for fall and Halloween was a big deal at our house! My dad was the master carver and his creations were known around the neighborhood. I would always get so excited for the night a few days before Halloween when we would light a fire and Dad… Read more »
I believe that one of the greatest gifts a parent can give a child is a love of food and an understanding of how important it is to eat healthy and balanced meals. In a culture where we move so quickly it’s vital to sit down with your family at the end of the… Read more »
Texas Sheet Cake was one of my favorite desserts growing up. Watch this short video where I explain why… or skip right on down for the best little dessert ever! ~Rachel Start by melting 1 cup butter in a small saucepan and stirring it with 1/4 cup cocoa powder and 1 cup water over medium-high… Read more »
Last month we tried a new post about how to style an Army Jacket and you readers really dug it so I thought I’d try another item from my closet. Black booties are a staple of fall and I’ve had this pair for at least five years so you know I’ve worn them every different way…. Read more »
The bedroom should be a clutter free zone so we can sleep peacefully without distractions. These days though we also have the habit of bringing our phones and other devices close to bed, either to charge overnight or act like an alarm clock. Having all those cords and clutter on the bedside table can be an… Read more »
Tater tots are mighty delicious and incredible all on their own. We know this. Somehow we wanted to take them to the next level and the only way we knew how, was to top it with lots of sloppy joe, cheese (of course) and tomato slices (because we should be somewhat healthy). They’re super easy… Read more »
I love a good soak in the tub, but sometimes I have trouble finding things I can add to my bath that will have a lasting scent but will also be suitable for my sensitive skin. The best to way to ensure both, was to customize something for myself. The results were amazing. The salts absorbed… Read more »
Dave and I both played soccer growing up which is why it’s so exciting to watch our boys play it now. Sawyer just started his new season and along with it come the joys of being a soccer parent: practices in 90 degree heat, figuring out which team parent will make the banner, and signing up… Read more »
Rachel was recently telling me about one of her and Dave’s favorite dishes at a local restaurant and it sounded so good I just had to try to recreate it for her. Crispy brussels sprouts are the easiest to whip up and make you look like you’re a master in the kitchen! The first thing… Read more »
One of my ALL time favorite treats is a cinnamon crumb coffee cake. It usually reminds me of when I was in elementary school and they’d serve us a big square piece of that cake. We’ve taken that classic morning bread and turned it into an incredible cookie, Coffee Cake Cookies! They’re super easy to… Read more »
Back in 2004 when I was looking to name my events company, I stumbled across the word 'Chic' in an old dictionary. The definition was: “a fashionable lifestyle, ideology, or pursuit”. I fell in love with the word and the idea that chic is the pursuit of something better, prettier, or cooler than you are today. Chic isn’t a state of being or even a destination, chic is the journey you take on the way to something greater. ~Rachel
Question: From RJ in Los Angeles Hi Rachel! We had a gathering last night where quite a few kids (mostly toddlers) showed up with their parents. My husband and I are childless, but love kids and aren’t afraid of messes/things breaking, etc. But, one of the mothers made a comment about “another friend of hers… Read more »
