coconut lemon cupcakes
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Coconut Lemon Cupcakes with Raspberry Frosting (she: Zainab)

ByZainab

Hello again!! Zainab here from Blahnik Baker. I am so happy to be back to share a recipe with you guys since it’s been a while! These coconut lemon cupcakes with raspberry frosting were the talk of our last BBQ and I couldn’t wait to bring them to you hoping you will give them a try!
Since it is officially summer now (yay!!!), how is your summer going? I hope you are enjoying it! I decided this summer to try to do new things and I’ve been exploring our city in new ways. No more malls and shopping trips to run away from the heat. Instead, we are doing more outdoor activities like visiting the zoo that don’t always require an entire day out in the sun. Or visiting a nearby waterfall park that will involve playing in the water to cool down. What are some of your summer plans? Any bucket list activities?
We are also attending a lot of barbeques and picnics with friends and family. For some reason, everyone seems to be throwing a picnic but it’s fun to attend these parties especially to catch up with people you haven’t seen in a while. Being the baker in the family, I am always bringing some sort of baked treat and these cupcakes were my last creation.

Star Marshmallow Smore Treats by www.whatscookinwithruthie.com
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Star Marshmallow S’mores Treats ~ Perfect for the Fourth of July! (she: Ruthie)

Byruthie

Hi to all my friends at Or so She Says!

It’s Ruthie from What’s Cooking with Ruthie and I’m SO happy to be visiting again today. I’m just so thrilled that summer is finally here. Yippee!! Star Marshmallow S’mores Treats are the perfect way to celebrate. The kids will love to help make them and I can bet that everyone will love to eat them. They’re super easy to make and will be ready in no time at all.

Enjoy!

Oregon Coast for Families

The Oregon Coast is a No-Fail Family Vacation (she: Allison)

Byallison l.

It’s Allison from Tips for Family Trips! Today I am excited to share a destination to which my family could return every summer – the Oregon Coast. The Oregon Coast is a beautiful place to cool off and unwind, and there are lots of fun and educational activities for all ages. You can rent a beach house and use it as a base for your entire vacation or road trip down the coast, spending every night or two in a different beach town. I have done both.

Charming towns and beaches can be found along the entire Oregon Coast, but my experience is on the northern coast, which is a scenic, 2-hour drive from Portland. Most of my recommended cities are fairly close to each other, making it easy to choose a base and enjoy the activities in most of them.

Chicken Pesto Sandwiches
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Chicken Pesto Sandwiches

ByMariel

Chicken salad is one of my most favorite things! In Mormon culture, it’s pretty expected to have chicken salad sandwiches after every baby blessing, missionary farewell, and missionary homecoming… at least, in Utah. And I must say, I don’t mind at all. It definitely beats the green Jell-O, which I’ll have you know I have NEVER seen at a Mormon gathering. But, I’m still looking. There is this fantastic BBQ place in town (Holy Smoke) and they serve the green Jell-O, as a side of humor, but that’s about it. Anyway, so if you’re blessing your baby or basically, having chicken salad sandwiches, invite me. I want some!

So, this recipe was created by my mom, a copycat recipe pro! Check it out…

No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies | FiveHeartHome.com for OneSheTwoShe.com
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No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies (she: Samantha)

BySamantha

Hi, y’all! It’s Samantha from Five Heart Home, and I’m happy to be back today with a no-bake cookie treat that will curb that cookie craving with nary an oven required!

There are still a couple of weeks to go before the official first day of summer, but across many parts of the country, summer temps are already here to stay. I don’t know about you, but the last thing I feel like doing when it’s boiling outside is turning on the oven. The A/C is already working hard enough! That’s why this is the time of year that you’ll find my family eating refreshing salads, dinners from the grill, and — when that sweet tooth acts up — no-bake desserts!

Super Easy Fourth of July Cupcakes

Super Easy Fourth of July Cupcakes

ByMelissa Sunday

Hey there! It’s Mel from So Festive! So remember how I’m all about simple ways to celebrate? Today I’m sharing an easy Fourth of July flag cake that you can whip up in an hour. Seriously. First, make your favorite kind of cupcakes. Then frost them with your favorite frosting. You can find a delicious homemade frosting recipe here, just omitting the cocoa.

Keep reading to find out how to easily take your patriotic celebrations up a notch! (… a delicious notch!)

Giant Cinnamon Rolls ~ Perfect for Father’s Day! (she: Jana)
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Giant Cinnamon Rolls ~ Perfect for Father’s Day! (she: Jana)

ByJana

Hey friends! It’s Jana from Double the Deliciousness here today. I’m so excited to share these fabulous cinnamon rolls with you, and just in time for Father’s Day!

Who is still trying to decide what kind of goodie to make the Father in your life this weekend? Well, look no further! What man doesn’t like a good cinnamon roll? And a giant sized one at that? You can bring it to him in bed in the morning with a nice tall glass of milk, or save it for an after dinner dessert. Either way I’m sure he’ll love it!

Looking for the best books for men? I asked my Facebook gals to tell me what books the men in their lives actually love, and the list is on the blog! #bestbooksformen #booksformen #books #ldsblogger #lds #mormonblogger #mormon www.orsoshesays.com
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15 Best Books for Men – Real Men, Real Books!

ByMariel

Looking for the best books for men? I asked my Facebook gals to tell me what books the men in their lives actually love, and the list is on the blog! When you’re done checking these out, be sure to follow my Gifts for Men Pinterest board, and check out the Gifts for Men categories tab, where you’ll find all previously shared gifts for men that have been featured on the blog.

Father's Day Gift Ideas
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Father’s Day Gift Ideas ~ Mariel’s Picks 2014

ByMariel

Hey, hey, hey! Just got back from a fun week in Alaska… just me and the man. It was SO nice. SO pretty. SO relaxing. I’m ready to go back already! I’m working on a couple blog posts, to tell you all about it. But before I do, I better get crackin’ on this Father’s Day business. Eeeek! It totally snuck up on me… like Mother’s Day, my anniversary, 2014, and practically everything, these days.

So, between my husband’s favorite things and a few goodies I found on my own, I present to you some Father’s Day gift ideas… Mariel’s Picks 2014. After you check these out, scroll to the end of the post for links to past gift ideas for men. There’s lots of them!

DIY Watercolor Printable (she: Carmella)
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DIY Watercolor Printable (she: Carmella)

ByCarmella

Hey there! It’s Creative Carmella here again to show you a quick and easy creative project! Today I am going to share my tips and tricks for creating a beautiful, customized, watercolor printable. My kiddos are already out on summer break so it’s only natural that I have been beach dreaming 😉 This watercolor print was very much inspired by that day dreaming!

First, I painted a blend of blues of greens onto watercolor paper. To get the colors to flow and blend together, simply paint a little water on the paper right were the paint will be… this way the blend of colors will flow right into the next.

Tips to Keep Cool at Disneyland This Summer (she: Kim)
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Tips to Keep Cool at Disneyland This Summer (she: Kim)

ByKimberly w/Get Away Today

Summer is here and that means SUMMER VACATION is here, too! The Disneyland Resort is many a family’s choice when it comes to summer vacation destinations. Have you been afraid of booking a trip to Disneyland during the summer because of the rumored crowds and heat? If so, you have no need to fear. The Disneyland Resort is awesome year-round and always makes up for the busy season with extended hours, extra entertainment and even special events.

Today I want to share my tips to keep cool at Disneyland this summer – it can be done!

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Easy Father’s Day Treat {Mustache & Tie Edition} (she: Brooke)

ByBrooke

Hello everyone! How are you all? It’s Brooke from Blissful Roots. Are you in the full-swing of summer vacation mode? We sure are, and I’m loving every minute of it! My four-year-old, and I, are thrilled to have my twins home all day. It’s so fun to plan different activities, or just spend some relaxing playtime at home. I’m just hoping all of our summer vacation weeks go this smoothly!
So, today’s post. I was in my favorite local scrapbook store (Pebbles in My Pocket) a few weeks ago, and they had this adorable Father’s Day treat put together. Mustaches are everywhere these days, aren’t they? And while my husband doesn’t have a mustache, and I don’t know that ties are his favorite, I absolutely loved how they dressed up a simple bag of candy (which my husband does love).