Our Royal Caribbean Cruise Review

Our Royal Caribbean Cruise Review

ByMariel

I just recently returned from the most AWESOME cruise. I’ve been so anxious to tell you about it, because I think it should definitely be on your ‘future vacations’ list. We love it so much that actually we’re doing the exact same cruise at the end of the year. The only difference… we’re bringing the kids on the next one. We did so many fun things on the ship and at our ports that I knew my kids would be in heaven. So, there ya go… annual family vacation decided.

Read all about our cruise… what we loved, didn’t love, and what we recommend!

Sunday Sunshine ~ Week 5

Sunday Sunshine ~ Week 5

ByMariel

So all week, I was trying to decide what topic I wanted to share today for Sunday Sunshine. We talked about some really great things in church, but I wasn’t quite sure if they were what I wanted to share. Then last night, I was thumbing through Instagram and noticed a ‘follow friday’ suggestion. That’s when someone on Instagram recommends another Instagrammer to follow… on Friday. Anyway, one of the suggestions was this gal, I shall not name, but dang… her photos were beautiful. SHE is beautiful. Her home is beautiful, her clothes are high-end, and on and on. Literally, everything was picture perfect.

It was sorta… fascinating.

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Chicken Gnocchi Soup ~ Olive Garden Knock-Off!

ByMariel

Maybe it’s because I’ve had a cold since… oh, Christmas. Really! Is this happening to anyone else?? The never-ending sickness? Right when I think it’s starting to get better, the next day it’s worse than before. Sooooo annoying. Anyway, I want soup for every meal of the day right now. The hotness feels so good on my throat and warms my chills. Mmmmm…. soup.

One of my favorite places to get soup is at Olive Garden. You could probably relate, I’m sure. They have some great ones! My latest fave has been their Chicken Gnocchi Soup.

Sunday Sunshine ~ Week 4
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Sunday Sunshine ~ Week 4

ByMariel

Happy Sunday! Last week at church, I took GREAT notes… at least, I thought so. But, I lost them. Lost my whole dang note book. Grrr… So, rather than guessing at my favorite quotes, I’m going to share another great video about making the best of situations in life and a favorite scripture that was shared in it. Sometimes it’s fun to share these things anyway. I hope you enjoy your day!

Grandma’s Amazing English Toffee (she: Kara)
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Grandma’s Amazing English Toffee (she: Kara)

ByMariel

Hi my name is Kara (friend and neighbor to the talented Mariel) I am a SAHM to 3 girls and one boy and wife to my handsome hubby! I love the month of February! I love the “love is in the air” feeling, the cute decorations, the color pink, giving my favorite people something special, and the yummy treats!

February also reminds me of my sweet Grandma that recently passed away. She was one of the most loving and positive people I knew. I have great memories of going to her house and eating the yummy candy she would make for holidays. One of my families favorites is her English Toffee.

Forever My Valentine ~ A Peek Inside My Love Life (she: Kara)

Forever My Valentine ~ A Peek Inside My Love Life (she: Kara)

ByMariel

It’s here!  The long awaited LOVE series… ahhh… Forever My Valentine!  Each day this week, ‘Or so she says…’ will feature one blog reader and get a sneak peek into their love life… their favorite things, what makes their marriage work, and so much more.   To make things extra special this year, Get Away Today has…

Forever My Valentine ~ A Peek Inside My Love Life (she: Sharon)

Forever My Valentine ~ A Peek Inside My Love Life (she: Sharon)

ByMariel

It’s here! The long awaited LOVE series… ahhh… Forever My Valentine! Each day this week, ‘Or so she says…’ will feature one blog reader and get a sneak peek into their love life… their favorite things, what makes their marriage work, and so much more.

To make things extra special this year, Get Away Today has offered to throw in a romantic 3 night San Diego hotel stay & I’ll throw in a $200 Visa gift card to one of the 5 couples featured this week. The couple that wins will be the one who gets the most contest entries at the bottom of their post. So, if you want to support the couple you’re reading about and help them win, be sure to help them earn some entries! They only have ONE DAY to earn their entries… the day of their post, until 10pm MST that very night.

Today, meet Chris and Sharon!

Forever My Valentine ~ A Peek Inside My Love Life (she: Emily)

Forever My Valentine ~ A Peek Inside My Love Life (she: Emily)

ByMariel

It’s here! The long awaited LOVE series… ahhh… Forever My Valentine! Each day this week, ‘Or so she says…’ will feature one blog reader and get a sneak peek into their love life… their favorite things, what makes their marriage work, and so much more.

To make things extra special this year, Get Away Today has offered to throw in a romantic 3 night San Diego hotel stay & I’ll throw in a $200 Visa gift card to one of the 5 couples featured this week. The couple that wins will be the one who gets the most contest entries at the bottom of their post. So, if you want to support the couple you’re reading about and help them win, be sure to help them earn some entries! They only have ONE DAY to earn their entries… the day of their post, until 10pm MST that very night.

Today, meet Emily & Todd!

Forever My Valentine ~ A Peek Inside My Love Life (she: Natalie)

Forever My Valentine ~ A Peek Inside My Love Life (she: Natalie)

ByMariel

It’s here! The long awaited LOVE series… ahhh… Forever My Valentine! Each day this week, ‘Or so she says…’ will feature one blog reader and get a sneak peek into their love life… their favorite things, what makes their marriage work, and so much more.

To make things extra special this year, Get Away Today has offered to throw in a romantic 3 night San Diego hotel stay & I’ll throw in a $200 Visa gift card to one of the 5 couples featured this week. The couple that wins will be the one who gets the most contest entries at the bottom of their post. So, if you want to support the couple you’re reading about and help them win, be sure to help them earn some entries! They only have ONE DAY to earn their entries… the day of their post, until 10pm MST that very night.

Today, meet Natalie & Kyle!

Forever My Valentine ~ A Peek Into My Love Life (she: Kathryn)

Forever My Valentine ~ A Peek Into My Love Life (she: Kathryn)

ByMariel

It’s here! The long awaited LOVE series… ahhh… Forever My Valentine! Each day this week, ‘Or so she says…’ will feature one blog reader and get a sneak peek into their love life… their favorite things, what makes their marriage work, and so much more.

To make things extra special this year, Get Away Today has offered to throw in a romantic 3 night San Diego hotel stay & I’ll throw in a $200 Visa gift card to one of the 5 couples featured this week. The couple that wins will be the one who gets the most contest entries at the bottom of their post. So, if you want to support the couple you’re reading about and help them win, be sure to help them earn some entries! They only have ONE DAY to earn their entries… the day of their post, until 10pm MST that very night.

Today, meet Kathryn and Zachary!

Sunday Sunshine ~ Week 3
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Sunday Sunshine ~ Week 3

ByMariel

Sooo… the past two Sunday’s I was on a cruise with my husband (I’ll tell you about it soon!), so I won’t be able to give you my regular church report. BUT, I have been thinking about a little something this week that I wanted to share and found a really special video. So, we’ll call that our Sunday Sunshine for the week and next week, I’ll be back on track. I’m so happy to be back at church tomorrow!