Author: Rosina Motta

  • Let the festivities begin!

    I am in full Thanksgiving mode! I have most of the groceries needed for dinner except for a few of the fresh items I will need in the days beforehand. Some of the holiday decor is out and making the house feel warm and cozy. The 80 degree So Cal weather helps with that too!…

  • Chicken Scratch DIY

    Its #FollowFriday and I am so excited to share this new site with you. Not only is it fun and unique, it also has a wide appeal. Check out Chicken Scratch DIY. Kimberly Linville is a wife, mother and entrepreneur with a gift for the daily hustle. She is transparent, genuine and shares her story…

  • Supportive Partners

    By now you know I am a HUGE fan of Pinterest, partly because I am exposed to things I may not see first hand. That network of possibilities is exciting to me. Its an incredible resource for food, drinks, decor, hacks and sometimes, a surprisingly meaningful link that changes you. I came across one such…

  • Country Apple Fritter Bread

    We have all done it…pinned something to our favorite boards and either forget or just don’t have the drive to try them out. Well I am going to share my successes and failures as I cruise through some of my favorite pins. Welcome to my first #PinterestPinTest! I pinned this recipe just a few days…

  • DIY Projects Using Pallets

    Over the course of cruising through blogs, pins and the DIY channels, I have been inspired with the uses of upcycled items. I have shared some of the tips previously however, I am thinking larger scale. Something that most see as industrial use only. Pallets. We have seen some use the pallets in the home…

  • Pumpkin Everything!

    Tis’ the season for Pumpkin everything! Can you sense my excitement? From cookies and breads to yummy comfort drinks, I am sooo happy! After Halloween, I did the pumpkin puree thing. I added my spices and had a bowl of yumminess just waiting for all my Pinterest recipes to take shape. I am hoping to…

  • #SmallBusinessSaturday

    We all have such hectic lives and for those blessed with children, the balance of work vs. home life is even more difficult. The time it would take to search for quality daycare is just another time thief. Word of mouth and personal referrals are always best as they serve as a first hand account…

  • A Must For Online Shoppers

    As a proud online shopper, I am always on the lookout for the next great site. With everyone offering rewards and freebies, the opportunities are out there to save some real cash. I am a fan of couponing but sometimes, places offer such deals that they don’t accept them. Other than paying a membership to…

  • Thank You Veterans

    Today isn’t about the latest DIY tip or recipe from Pinterest. Its about our Veterans and how we honor them. So join me in thanking them for their service. For standing in the face of danger so we wouldn’t be subjected to it first hand. Today we honor you. Share these well deserved freebies with…

  • Homemade Holidays – The Gift of Upcycling

    In keeping with my intention (yes, intention) to give homemade gifts this Christmas, I am always on the lookout for clever and crafty ways to make meaningful and fun pieces to share with my loved ones. I have pinned and shared so many ideas and I have collected info from some of my friends that…