Author: missalaneyus
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Lately
Ellie’s favorite thing in the entire world is her “baby bear.” Because she enjoys hers so much, she has assigned bears to Keegan and I. We are responsible for having them at all times. If I’m headed out with friends, I am instructed to take Mama Bear with me. So, when my parents were here…
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Merry, Merry
Over the next few weeks, I’ll be taking a little break from posting here, because there will be very important business happening at my house. I anticipate it will include cookie making, Christmas light watching and Rudolph sightings. Also, I’ll be rocking out to this song. Like, every day. Follow me on Instagram at @missalaneyus…
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Missalaney – December
1. Have you seen Emily Henderson’s finished kitchen? Those navy cabinets and brass knobs are a winning combination. 2. So, my Bloglovin feed has been all cookies and delicious treats, but these little endive appetizers from Smitten Kitchen have caught my eye. Who would have thought? 3. These cookies from SkinnyTaste are healthy and only…
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Carmelita Bark
In elementary school, Sarah Swafford brought oatmeal carmelitas for her birthday. Have you had them before? They’re a layered bar cookie with chocolate, oatmeal and caramel. One bite and I was hooked. I can’t remember why, but her mother shared the recipe. I don’t know if I asked for it or if they were so…
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Cookbook Gift Guide
Hello, my name is Lane, and I am addicted to cookbooks. Like, head over heels, can’t get enough of them. Here, I’ve rounded up a cookbook gift guide based on favorites from my shelves.
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Gingerbread Oatmeal
*In this photo, her cups are ballet dancing. Last year, Ellie wouldn’t touch oatmeal. In fact, I made her a bowl, and she straight up spit it out. Well, actually, she let it fall out of her mouth, but it was the same result. Cut to this winter, I had mixed myself up a batch…
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Anatomy of a Cheese Board
A cheese board or platter is my go-to appetizer. It’s elegant, a crowd-pleaser and ridiculously easy to put together. Whether we’re having date night at home, throwing a birthday party for Ellie or hosting Thanksgiving, I love how easy it is to customize and scale up. When it comes to my cheese game plan, I follow the…
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Toddler Gift Guide
Buying toys for little ones is a lot of fun, but it can be intimidating – even for parents. Finding something age appropriate for toddlers can seem impossible, but trust me, there are millions of options out here. Most will make you wish you were two. In this toddler gift guide, nearly all of the…
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Guilty Pleasure: GG2D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90YgG8ZujAI I am officially all in on the Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce. Have you seen it? What did you think? Catch it on Tuesdays at 9 PM CST on Bravo.
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Gift Guide: Your BFF
She has great taste (she picked you as a friend, right?), so buy her something fantastic. Here are eight gorgeous ideas to add some sparkle and glamour to your favorite lady’s life. Everything in this gift guide is under $50, so if you decide to slip something into your own stocking too, I won’t tell.…