This post was sponsored by Extended Stay America. Last November we adopted a dog, Lola, from our local animal shelter. Of course, being the dog-loving family that we are, we’ve been spoiling her. She’s always getting treats or new toys. We even travel with her. Thing is, we never traveled with a dog before. Not …
Chocolate Covered Strawberry Martini
Don’t skip this if you’ve read title and are thinking, “But, Crystal, I don’t like martinis.” I didn’t think I liked martinis either. Until I went to SoHO Wine & Martini Bar and tried a Chocolate Covered Strawberry Martini. Bam! I fell in love with the taste, sweet and not too strong. A perfect night …
Celebrating National Drink Wine Day with A Giveaway
National Drink Wine Day is Saturday, February 18th. Yes, I’m sure this is a real thing. I looked it up 😉 I found that National Drink Wine Day is all about spreading the love and health benefits of wine. So, for the love of wine, I’ve teamed up with Pam from Wine and Lavender and …
Crafting With Kids For Valentine’s Day
This post is sponsored by Oriental Trading Company. Big thank you to them for sending out Valentine’s Day crafts, IÂ worked with them here and here and here and am loving Oriental Trading for party supplies! Valentine’s day is coming up and today I’m going over simple ways to have fun crafting with your kids for …
San Antonio Living: The Pig Stand
I’ve been living in San Antonio since 2009. My husband and I went to eat at The Pig Stand last month and all I can think about are the years we missed out on eating there! The Pig Stand is a (non-corporate) nostalgic diner. It’s got that retro look with red booths and checkered floor, …
Bacon Wrapped Avocado Bites
Sometime last week my mom (who is an amazing cook of mostly Mexican cuisine) tried something new. She made these Bacon Wrapped Avocado Bites which I loved! The combination of bacon and avocado is soooo good! Who would have thought?! My husband and I ate these right up because helllooo they were awesome and 2. …