A collection of fresh, uncooked eggs in various shades of white and brown, nestled in a white bowl with farmhouse style, which is situated on top of a rustic tambourine, against a soft

Random thoughts on a sunny Saturday morning:

1. I have been on a sushi kick lately. If you are local, there is the best sushi restaurant on the square.

2. The set of cooling hotel pillows that I have on every bed in this house is back on sale for 75% off right now and then there’s an extra 15% off with the promo code: K3JXX3CL.

You can see them here.

3. Guess what? You can grow hydrangeas in Texas. I grew the prettiest hydrangeas last year and we are planning more for this year.

You can see all my hydrangea planting tips here.

I almost did a cartwheel right there in the center aisle.

3. What is your favorite thing to buy at Trader Joe’s? I usually just go for the flowers. But a couple of weeks ago I started grocery shopping there. I found the yummiest green chile chicken that is spicy and so good.

4. It was an awesome week on the blog. We talked about:

5. We are heading to our class reunion tonight. I have my faux tan and highlighted hair ready along with the cutest outfit.

Wish me luck. 🙂

So many fun finds this week.

LET’S GO.

A bright and elegant hallway with natural light, featuring wooden doors with glass panels, a decorative light fixture, and a classic blue and white runner rug leading to a cozy room at the end.

This farmhouse tour is a scroll-stopper.

Here’s the view from the front door.

Take the rest of the tour here.

A decorative egg adorned with blue flowers and green leaves rests in a small white bowl. The bowl is filled with light beige straw, creating a rustic appearance. The background is a textured, weathered wooden surface.

Look at this beautiful Easter eggs.

And they are so easy to make.

You can see how to make them here.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a tiled backsplash, and wooden floating shelves. A large island with wicker stools is in the foreground. Two woven pendant lights hang above, and a vase with flowers sits on the countertop.

This before and after kitchen reveal.

It is truly inspiring.

You can see the entire project here.

Chocolate chip cookies stacked on a white cake stand. The cookies are golden brown with visible chunks of chocolate, set against a light background.

I’m always on the hunt for the perfect chocolate chip cookie.

And look at this one I just found.

You can see the recipe here.

 

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25 ideas to elevate the grill cheese sandwich

These Cadbury chocolate chip cookies

These DIY cement planter bowls

Tasks to prepare your garden for spring

These easy wood projects

Have you ever tried potato pizza?

How to declutter your home in a weekend

And one day I get brave enough to get on an airplane and flew across an ocean?

I’m heading here

A colorful collage of various purses on sale with a 30% discount. Styles include woven, black leather, floral patterns, and round designs. Text at the top reads "30% Off Target Purses.

And in amazing news?

Target is having an incredible 30% off sale right now on purses and accessories.

Here are a few I own (and some more of my favorites):

A promotional image showcasing various jewelry pieces including fruit-themed necklaces, beaded bracelets, pearl earrings, and a lemon slice clutch. The text "30% Off Target Jewelry" is displayed at the top.

Target jewelry is also 30% off on sale right now on purses and accessories.

Here are a few pieces I own (and some more of my favorites):

A stylish beige sandal with a low heel featuring two intricate, crocheted flower decorations on the straps. The sandal has a woven texture and an adjustable ankle strap.

// crocheted heels on sale //

And our beloved heels that I’ve shared before and have worn about 42 times this past month are on sale for 25% off right now, too.

You can see them here.

A plate of freshly baked, golden-brown cookies elegantly presented on a white cake stand with a blue pattern, with a soft-focus background inviting a moment of indulgence.

And one more for the road

Here’s the BEST cookie recipe for spring/summer.

And the best part?

They FREEZE amazingly. 🙂

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Posted On: March 15, 2025

Written By: KariAnne Wood

Comments

  4. Image for Kris Kris

    I was thinking about how much all those eggs would cost. 🤣 Those are some cute purses! Have fun at the reunion!

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  6. Image for JC JC

    Wonderful specific planting guide! Thank you! In my heart I have a quaint greenhouse, bustling raised beds, a fragrant fruit orchard, and rows and rows of gorgeous cutting flowers! Until then 😄 this will come in handy as I get containers for my deck. I get the whole flying across that big vast lake for a day! Flying period is one of my least favorite things to do. But, in 2019 I took a girl's trip to England, which included my adult daughter, and it was AMAZING! Its one of the top best vacations I've ever experienced! The country is so charming, and so quaint, and so beautiful, and so inspiring, and they serve the BEST tea and biscuits ever! The cobblestone streets, charming cottages, ancient stone buildings, breathtaking cathedrals, the home of C.S. Lewis, Big Ben, punting on the Cherwell, quaint old Oxford bookstores, tea shops, and shopping in general,the rich history, oh, and the Queen's palace! The list really goes on! The landscape in the countryside is like you are ready to shoot your own scene for All Creatures Great and Small! You must go!! There are definitely tips and tricks to make the trip more enjoyable and survive an international flight. We were well prepared for our 11 day trip and it made the extensive travel, stay, and sightseeing, much more enjoyable. We all still talk about it! You can do it! Be brave. You must do it! We are cheering you on!

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  7. Image for Betsy Betsy

    Please remember to take pictures so we can see what you wore to the reunion. I'm with you on the whole plane thing. I don't mind flying but no matter what I do I can't hear properly after my arrival to the destination or after the return trip home. It takes me almost 5 days to be able to be back to normal. I wear earplugs and I look like a cow grazing on a field I have so much gum in my mouth. I wish I could find a more lady like solution. Visiting the Cotswolds is on my list too! As part of my new diet plan I'm going to make all the cookies recipes you posted. xoxoxo

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  8. Image for Diana Clark Diana Clark

    Love the blog KariAnne. Love chocolate chip cookies but went to buy a bag of chips and it was between $5 and $7 so they have to be pretty special reason these days!

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  10. Image for Katherine Katherine

    Hi KariAnne, I’m sure you will be the stand-out at your reunion. I wonder if you will recognize everyone? Sometimes people change.

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  11. Image for Michele M. Michele M.

    As always, great thistles this week, KA. That kitchen remodel was swoon-worthy! And wasn't that pretty decorated egg sweet??? Have fun at reunion. Remember you are fabulous. And book that trip to the Cottswolds. You have wanted to go there for years. Do it while you are young enough to get around easily - try not to wait for the perfect time because there is never a perfect time. But I assure you that there comes a time when your body just doesn't think it can do cobblestones and deep narrow stairways and crooked things as well as it once could. GO. Life is so too short not to live your dreams. Never EVER let worry or fear get in your way of living life to its fullest. (They have pills to help with that, haha.) ♥

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  13. Image for Marlene Stephenson Marlene Stephenson

    Reunions are fun, seeing the changes of others. You made me hungry with all the cookie recipes. Thanks was fun to see all you come up with.

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