This Make Ahead Taco Salad recipe first appeared on Organized Island 8 years ago. It is amazing how fast time has gone by. I have since changed up the recipe a bit so today I present the new and improved Make-Ahead Taco Salad recipe. With busy schedules, this also makes a perfect make and take meal. Hello Friends! I have to say that I am grateful that I have been… Continue Reading
Popsicle Recipes for Summer
A list of delightfully easy popsicle recipes for summer! These are so easy to make and I love that you can control what is in the ice pops. When we were in Las Vegas recently, I saw the cutest soap shop ever! All of the soaps were shaped as food treats! Pies, cakes and popsicles! (see below) When I saw them in the shop, it reminded me that I have… Continue Reading
Easy Homemade Strawberry Lemonade
This homemade strawberry lemonade recipe has been a favorite this summer. I was looking for a summer drink idea that incorporated the flavors of summer but was not overly sweet. Lemonade is one of the first drinks I remember making as a child with my mother. This Easy Strawberry Lemonade recipe is a wonderful summer drink recipe that is made in minutes. I love that I can control the amount… Continue Reading
DIY Straw Tote Bag Quick Craft Idea
Today we are doing a little crafting on the island and making these fun DIY Straw Tote Bag ideas for summer. My daughter and I decorated some tote bags earlier this year and now that summer is in full force, I wanted to share with you some fun ideas that can elevate a simple bag and turn it into a custom tote bag. This project is pretty quick and is… Continue Reading
Practically Free Things to Do This Summer
While it would certainly be great to take a big trip somewhere exotic, sometimes we have to be practical and find cheap things to do during the summer. Today I am sharing a list of fun and practically free things to do this summer. Hello Friends! I love so many things about summer. It’s time for slowing down, savoring cool beverages and ice cream and enjoying the longer sunny days…. Continue Reading
Food Safety Tips For Summer
Today we are sharing some food safety tips for summer. Now is the time to get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather outdoors. Today we are sharing some food safety tips for summer to help you make the most of your time outdoors. Be sure to check out our tips for fabulous weekend barbecue recipes and outdoor picnic recipes. This post contains affiliate links. Food Safety Tips For Outdoor Entertaining… Continue Reading
Summer Cleaning Tips
Now that the weather is warming up here in Southern California, we are preparing for summer. We like to spend time outdoors and every spring, our backyard needs some attention because of all the rain and wind we get here in Orange County. Today I’ sharing my summer cleaning tips. These are the things I do to prepare our house and yard for summer time. It is important to take… Continue Reading
Memorial Weekend BBQ Recipes
These recipe ideas for a Memorial Weekend BBQ are festive enough for any summer BBQ, pool party or picnic! It’s grilling season and even though the weather might not quite fantastic, it’s a nice time of year to cook and enjoy the outdoors. I cannot believe that Memorial Day weekend is nearly here! That means that the warm, sunny days of summer are almost upon us. It is truly time… Continue Reading
Summer Bucket List Ideas
I’m sharing some Summer Bucket List Ideas to enjoy the season before it disappears. Ah, summer is just my favorite time of year. Even with the heat that is coming this weekend, I am still excited about the season. I hope you had an enjoyable 4th of July. It was a fun day with friends and now I feel like summer is in full force. We have been busy with… Continue Reading
Patriotic Desserts for the 4th of July
Easy 4th of July dessert ideas for your 4th of July Celebration. These patriotic desserts are all easy too! Hello Friends! Can you believe that the 4th of July will be here in a few weeks? While I am truly trying to savor June, I do like planning ahead too. We usually celebrate the 4th with family and friends at a BBQ. The fourth is all about patriotic desserts and I… Continue Reading
Saving Money Over the Summer
Tips on saving money over the summer. This is a sponsored post for Groupon. All opinions are always my own. If one of your goals was saving money over the summer, you still have time to work on it. Here are some easy tips: Declutter your home and sell your stuff on Craigslist or eBay or host a garage sale. Put in ad out to do some VA work… Continue Reading
It’s Still Summer Here
A list of fun things to do to capture the summer spirit as it’s still summer here. Are you already seeing hints of fall all around you? In the stores and in magazines I am already seeing back to school items, fall decor and pumpkins! While I like the things that fall brings, I am still immersing myself in summer because, it’s still summer here. I am not a big… Continue Reading
Summer Happiness
This is a sponsored post with Bloomsy Box. All opinions are my own. If you have been around here a while you know that I favor making the most of the moments and your time. Now that June has come and gone, I want to savor the remaining summer days, and while I can’t always be outside, I am able to capture the beauty of the season. Here are… Continue Reading
Books To Read This Summer
Today I am sharing some of my recommended books to read this summer. One of my favorite summer activities is sitting outside and enjoying a good summer read. This post contains affiliate links, see our full disclosure policy here. This last weekend I was out of town at a Food and Wine Conference in Orlando, so I did not get a chance to prepare a recipe for this week. However,… Continue Reading
Beach Cocktails Recipe Book
This post contains affiliate links. Any purchase links are affiliate links, which means if you buy anything through them I may receive a small commission that helps to keep this blog going. Do you feel like you can’t wait for summer to get here like I do? Like it or not, it is coming and what better way to celebrate than with a tasty beach cocktail?. In preparation of that,… Continue Reading
How to Make A Photo Tray
This fun Photo Tray project is a perfect way to add some homemade decor. Now that the weather is getting warmer, I wanted to lighten up my home with some cute summer decor. It did not feel like summer was coming in my home and wanted to spruce up the mood. I was inspired by Pinterest and decided to turn a picture frame into a tray, not just any tray,… Continue Reading
Strawberry and Berry No Churn Ice Cream
This red white and blue dessert is so simple to make and perfect for summer, especially if you are looking for a fun 4th of July dessert. This “no churn” ice cream recipe lets you easily make this in your freezer in just a few hours. Back in the day when I was a kid, making homemade ice cream meant we had to buy rock salt, use an ice cream maker,… Continue Reading
Summer Entertaining Preparation Tips
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Glad®. The opinions photos and text are all mine. With the longer days coming, it also means more summer barbecues and more friends over. Time spent with friends and family is always a good use of time. Preparing for summer activities does not have to be stressful and I have some summer entertaining tips to share with you to… Continue Reading
Creating a Memorable Summer Bucket List
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Dr Pepper®. The opinions photos and text are all mine. With summer nearly here, it’s a great time to think about how you want to spend it and creating a memorable summer bucket list. Personally, summer is my favorite season! I enjoy the long days and warm breezy evenings. Some of my best family memories have been made during… Continue Reading
Intentional Planning Summer To Do List
This post is made possible in partnership with ScholarShare. All opinions expressed are my own. It’s almost here! My favorite season of the year. Summer means longer days and warmer nights! As a productivity manager, I am well-versed in the area of time management, but life is not just about rushing through tasks. Over the years, I have found that with a little advanced intentional planning, you can make your summer memorable… Continue Reading
