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Fun Spring Break Breakfast Idea!

March 18, 2019 by Fotini Filed Under: home, recipes

I’ll tell you what, we couldn’t be more excited that Spring is officially on it’s way, here at our house! The kids are on Spring Break this week and we’ll soon be headed to the beach!

To be honest, the last few years we have done absolutely nothing while the kids were off school, so this year I wanted to treat them to a little adventure! Starting off, with a fun Spring break breakfast! They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day for a reason! Not to mention, it sets the for the entire day ☺️

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Date night in + my new favorite item

January 24, 2018 by Fotini Filed Under: date night Leave a Comment

Friends, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! With the holiday’s still lingering in the rear-view, our wallets may still be feeling the after effects. Who said you have to spend a fortune making Valentines romantic and special? I’m actually a big fan of staying home on Valentine’s and spending some quality time with my honey! So, today I’m sharing my idea of a simple date night in + my new favorite item!

As some of you may have read earlier this month, I’ve been making a lifestyle change to eat healthier and how I prepare our meals is a huge part of that! I had heard a lot about air fryers from friends and multiple Facebook videos, so I wanted to give one a try! My go-to is always Wayfair when checking out goodies for my home! I headed to the website and immediately found an air fryer that fit in perfect with my all- white kitchen! I opted for the Kalorik 3.2 liter air fryer.

And can I just say.. where has this thing been all my life? You can still enjoy your favorite “fried” foods in a much healthier way. One of our favorite dinners is buffalo chicken wings. Tell me that’s not the perfect “date night” food ☺️ So, without telling my Mr., I threw some fresh drumsticks into the air fryer and cooked them for about 22 minutes (cook times are provided on the machine!), and tossed them in our favorite spicy garlic buffalo sauce. I cut up a stalk of fresh celery and served with our favorite chunky blue cheese dressing. I sat, and waited for the response “these taste different”… Not one word! So, then I asked… “how do you like the wings?”. His response, “they don’t taste as heavy, but they’re still crispy!”. Ok folks, this is no joke! The air fryer keeps your food crispy when it should be. Most importantly, it doesn’t dry it out either.

It’s not hard to see why this is on of my new favorite items! It’s perfect for those necessary date night’s in with a healthy twist! I cannot wait to keep this as a staple item in our kitchen. The possibilities are endless! You can bake sweets, cook meats and veggies! Have you ever tried an air fryer? If so, what’s your favorite things to cook in it?

Thanks for stopping by today! Leave me a comment on how you feel about using an air fryer. Fan or not a fan? Be sure to check out Wayfair for more!

Apart of our family!

October 2, 2017 by Fotini Filed Under: home

This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and The J.M. Smucker Company, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #miloskitchen http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV

It’s no secret that we are crazy about our pups in this family! I’m often featuring them sitting pretty in, and around, our home. There’s no doubt that they make the cutest models for showcasing my designs! I’ve grown up having a dog around since I can remember. As a matter of fact, my mom bought me a sweet Maltese puppy for my second birthday! Talk about a girls best friend! I truly believe that our animals are apart of our family, they are just like children to me. I worry about them when they aren’t feeling well, if they’re lost, I care about their eating habits and giving them healthy snacks. Which is why I was so excited to introduce them to Milo’s Kitchen home-style dog treats!

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Celebrating Memorial Day

May 30, 2017 by Fotini Filed Under: holidays 1 Comment

This post is sponsored by Wayfair, but all opinions are my own!

We just recently celebrated Memorial Day, and I got to thinking that I would share how our family celebrates with you all! If you were here earlier in the past week, you will see our Memorial Day picnic the kids and I had at home! Typically, we celebrate Memorial Day with a family barbecue. This year we did things a little differently… If you read my Memorial Day post you will see why. [Read more…]

Memorial Day picnic + my lawn

May 24, 2017 by Fotini Filed Under: home Leave a Comment

Hey you! Memorial Day is just a few days away! Do you have any fun plans? My little ones will be with their Daddy this weekend, so we’re celebrating a few days early! I’m still sorta adjusting to this whole co-parenting thing. It makes me sad that I’m not able to spend every little holiday with my kiddos, but I understand the importance of them spending time with their Daddy too!

Any who, the weather here in Ohio has finally (for the moment) been sunny! Temps are rising and we are just aching to get outside!! The kids wanted to celebrate Memorial Day with a little dessert picnic in the yard! If you follow along with me on Instagram, you know just how frequently I share my obsession with flowers! I love planting and nurturing them, not only flowers, but my yard too! A healthy yard is something we enjoy, as much as possible, throughout the warm months. We host a spew of barbecues and birthday’s during the Summer! Being outdoors is a huge part of our family-home life during the the warm months! Our grass is finally starting to look plush and full! All that Spring rain has helped a little too 😉

Creating a regular lawn care plan is something I think that every homeowner should have. Even if it’s just the simple things, like a weekly mow and occasional watering during those super hot summer days. Taking it the next level and having your lawn treated with TruGreen is also a great idea! Why is that you ask? Because they take all of the hard work out for you! You can select your desired lawn care plan and notice a big difference within a few applications! Be the envy of the neighborhood with one of the prettiest lawns around! TruGreen believes more life should be lived outside and is committed to providing a beautiful lawn to serve as the foundation for outside experiences and lifelong memories.

I hope that you’re able to create beautiful memories with your family this Memorial Day and all summer long! Stay tuned, I’ll be sharing my cute little garden shed with you all soon!

See you next time 🙂

“Lifetime of a lawn” video.

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of CLEVER and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.

Spring cleaning

March 22, 2017 by Fotini Filed Under: Spring 8 Comments

It is officially Spring and I am so excited about it! Spring to me signifies fresh, new possibilities and opportunities! Not only that, but I get in the mood to Spring clean. This is a good time to deep clean and focus on areas around my house that I may not clean as thoroughly throughout the year. Today I’m going to share with you some more of my Spring cleaning tips and some excellent options for you to get things clean and organized around the house!

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Family movie night

December 19, 2016 by Fotini Filed Under: Christmas, family Leave a Comment

“This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Pop Secret, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #Pop4AssassinsCreed http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV”

One thing I look forward to the most during the Holidays, but also anytime throughout the year, is family movie night! I think it’s a necessity for families to dedicate a few hours or even a full day just for each other! It’s simple little things, just like have a family movie night that you and your children will cherish for a lifetime!

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Time to get tropical – Inspired by Wayfair

July 27, 2016 by Fotini Filed Under: diy, party inspiration Leave a Comment

The end of Summer is quickly approaching! The kids are getting ready for back-to-school and getting back into the swing of busy schedules! Why not throw a fun party before Summer’s over? Better yet, how about a tiki party? Invite your friends and family over to unwind, let loose and enjoy some of the last, long Summer nights of the season!

I’ve teamed up with Wayfair to get you inspired to throw the best tiki party around!! All items included, you can purchase directly from Wayfair.com to make decorating a breeze!

So let’s get to it… When a tiki party comes to mind, what kind of items do you think of? Pineapples, flamingos, tropical flowers, bright colors? All of the above here! I’ve created this super adorable inspiration board to get you excited to host your own tiki party!!

dining table // string lights // tiki torch

pineapple pillow // pineapple ice cube tray // tiki umbrella

tiki glasses // flamingos //party tub

It’s no secret that awesome decor helps set a party off and with these adorable goodies from Wayfair.com, you certainly can’t go wrong! Add some additional fun flare to your tiki party, by adding tropical flavored drinks and recipes! How cute would it be to make some pineapple stuffed ice cubes with the ice cube tray for guests to add to their drinks? Such a fun, unexpected detail! Add those tasty, fruity drinks to these tiki glasses, add a drink umbrella, and you will feel like you’re right on the beach 😉

The great thing about these decor items, is you can use them time and time again! The beautiful wood dining table and chairs will serve as a relaxing spot for date night, the large umbrella will cool you in the shade on those hot summer days and the pineapple tiki torches will keep the pesty mosquitos away! Don’t be afraid to purchase items for around your home for specials occasions, especially if you can use them over and over! Memories are worth the investment!

So, I want to know.. What is one must-have you would include in your next tiki party?

Taste the Difference!

May 23, 2016 by Fotini Filed Under: lifestyle 5 Comments

“This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Milo’s Tea, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #TastetheMilosDifference http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV”

If your household is anything like ours, you’re either hosting a bbq every weekend or attending one! With that said, what is one of the most anticipated items at any bbq? Food and drink! Well, today I have the drink part covered for you! I’m sharing with you, a delicious new product to hit the market and you can really taste the difference!

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Farmhouse Kitchen Inspiration Board

December 17, 2015 by Fotini Filed Under: 2015, kitchen Leave a Comment

Hey you! If you’ve been hanging out with me awhile, you will know that I’ve been dying to paint our kitchen white and do a budget-friendly remodel! Last Christmas I busted out signing to my husband one morning, “I’m dreaming of a white kitchen!”… he lost it! Seriously though! It’s the only part of our house that doesn’t “fit”! And it’s one we spend the most time in! The business we own is seasonal, so we tend to have down time in the Winter, and I’m hoping my husband will agree to get started soon! Today I’m sharing my farmhouse kitchen inspiration board with you all! Even more exciting, I’m sharing some Parrot Uncle hanging lights, if you’re doing your own remodel or just want to update your lighting!

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