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Picnicking with Pinots: Napa Valley Moms Trip

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May 9, 2017 By Autumn Rose Reo 112 Comments

Want to really make a mark this Mother’s Day? Take it from this mama, it’s about the memories. Here’s a look at my adventures with mine: Napa Valley Moms Trip.

Thank you to JCPenney for sponsoring this post and the reminder to tell all the mamas, “you’re #SOWORTHIT!” 

Being a mom is a lot like fine wine….the older you get the better you get.

…But take it from me, don’t wait to savor her, appreciate her as much as you can, when you can.


They always say that one day you’ll really appreciate your mom. Like REALLY appreciate her.

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In a way that you really can truly understand when you become one yourself.

At that time you get it. And man does it hit you like a big bag of bricks.

Thankfully, while my mother doesn’t live near, she lives close enough if I need something she’s there.

Especially since I’ve had children, she’s there in no time flat.

Without her, there are so many times I wouldn’t have been able to get to a meeting, get my hair done, give birth, go on my dream vacation, cry in the bathroom in peace and quiet. She’s made it happen – whatever, whenever I needed.

And when she goes to leave, to return home to my dad who’s fended for himself while she “Gigis,” the kids and I both walk her out to the car, give her hugs, share kisses, and then the tears begin. All of us.

A few years ago I had a chance to do something with my mama and escape together.

Napa Valley with my Mom

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Off to Napa we went for a week of fun and fancy free to inhale as much as Napa Valley we could – and over my birthday at that.

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During our drive from San Francisco to Napa and then on to Calistoga (a drive that everyone should take – it’s SO WORTH IT), we talked, we laughed, and plotted out our week. I had arranged for a few hot spots, but we left our schedule open to make sure we didn’t squeeze the joy out of our relaxing week trying to get all my hot spots on the itinerary (I do that.)

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Funny enough – we hit almost everything including some that I didn’t think that were possible including Bouchon. One of the items on my list I was able to secure was a tour and tasting at Cliff Lede. A vineyard and winery devoted to classic rock music, the mood of the place rocked (and so did the wine.)

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Really whole trip was like that. One experience after another, we found a beautiful space, drank beautiful wine, enjoyed some beautiful meat, cheese and other accoutrements, and just enjoyed the space, the moment and our company.

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However, it really was just lots of picnics we were having all of Northern California!

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Since our getaway, we haven’t had a chance to escape like that again, but we do reminisce about it all the time. And the last time the kids went to visit her, she mentioned she’d love to have a picnic with the kids but she didn’t have a “proper picnic basket.”

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I wasn’t sure exactly what a proper basket was but I was sure I would know it when I saw it.

Sitting in my head, that statement took me back to our “picnics” in Napa, so when Mother’s Day rolled around this year, it was obvious that I was on the search for the right picnic basket for her.

So off to JCPenney I went and discovered a vast selection of picnic baskets. From old school baskets to insulated ones, with straps with or without plates, there was a basket for everyone.

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And then I found it – a proper picnic basket. Beautiful and picturesque, just looking at it reminding me of all the moments we had in Napa picnicking with our pinots.

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But there was one thing missing…a bottle of Cliff Lede that I had picked up from the winery on our trip.

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The perfect pairing. Just like us.

And just the way to say “YOU’RE SO WORTH IT, MOM” this Mother’s Day.

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Looking for something for your mama this Mother’s Day or looking for a proper picnic basket of your own, head to JCPenney. Take a look at these baskets AND enter to win $25 JCPenney Gift Card Giveaway.

         

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Comments

  1. Avatarshelly peterson says

    May 9, 2017 at 3:58 pm

    My favorite memories are spending Mother’s day with my kids and enjoying breakfast in bed.

    Reply
  2. AvatarCheryl B says

    May 9, 2017 at 4:33 pm

    I love spending time with my son as a young boy, on Mother’s Day we would have a picnic at the park.

    Reply
  3. AvatarTracie Cooper says

    May 10, 2017 at 11:21 am

    My favorite memory of Mother’s Day is celebrating with my mom and siblings at the local water park!

    Reply
  4. AvatarMandi says

    May 10, 2017 at 11:40 am

    my favorite memory was taking the kids to the local grocery store so they could “bake” (Decorate) Mothers day cakes. They each got to decorate their own for me, but the catch was they got to eat them LOL it was so much fun

    Reply
  5. AvatarStephanie says

    May 10, 2017 at 12:41 pm

    just spending time with my mom means alot

    Reply
  6. Avatarmami2jcn says

    May 10, 2017 at 6:02 pm

    My favorite memory was enjoying my first mother’s day with my son in 2003.

    Reply
  7. AvatarKelly D says

    May 10, 2017 at 6:27 pm

    My favorite memory was spending Mother’s day with my mom and 2 kids last year.

    Reply
  8. AvatarLauren says

    May 10, 2017 at 6:41 pm

    My favorite Mother’s Day was my first one as a mother.

    Reply
  9. Avatarheather says

    May 10, 2017 at 6:58 pm

    Favorite Mother’s Day memory is when we spent the day at the park with mom.

    Reply
  10. AvatarElena says

    May 10, 2017 at 8:12 pm

    My favorite memory is celebrating on a cruise with my Mom

    Reply
  11. AvatarTabathia B says

    May 10, 2017 at 9:56 pm

    Visiting my grandmother’s and having a small celebration dinner for the family

    Reply
  12. AvatarJanet W. says

    May 11, 2017 at 5:58 am

    My favorite Mother’s Day memories are the years my daughters were younger and used to make me homemade cards with a written note inside. Such sweet keepsakes!

    Reply
  13. AvatarNatalie says

    May 11, 2017 at 7:41 am

    My favorite Mother’s Day memory was running the 5k Race for the Cure with my mom 5 years ago.

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  14. Avataramy stonger says

    May 11, 2017 at 3:53 pm

    I always enjoy mother day. I get to spend the day with my mom and my sisters too. The guys feed us, watch the kids, and clean up.

    Reply
  15. AvatarGina M says

    May 12, 2017 at 11:06 am

    My favorite memory was my mom and I going on a long-weekend beach trip when I was a teenager. It was nice to be able to spend some quality time with her!

    Thanks for the chance to win!
    wildorchid985 at gmail dot com

    Reply
  16. AvatarKelly Kimmell says

    May 12, 2017 at 5:43 pm

    Spending the day with my Mom and my daughter the first year that my daughter was born .

    Reply
  17. AvatarJenny says

    May 12, 2017 at 7:52 pm

    I think THIS year will be the best! I usually don’t get to spend mother’s day with my mother, but she is visiting this year!

    Reply
  18. Avatarrebecca day says

    May 12, 2017 at 10:39 pm

    My favorite Mother’s Day was my first mothers day after my daughter was born

    Reply
  19. AvatarBarbara Montag says

    May 12, 2017 at 11:17 pm

    My favorite Mother’s Day memory – the year I received a mother’s ring!
    thank you

    Reply
  20. AvatarNancy Bowers says

    May 13, 2017 at 9:26 am

    Mother / daughter supper at Cracker Barrel.

    Reply
  21. AvatarJennifer W says

    May 13, 2017 at 12:59 pm

    My favorite Mother’s Day memory was taking my daughter to visit the children’s museum and seeing her ride the big kid slide for the first time.

    Reply
  22. AvatarKristen says

    May 13, 2017 at 6:02 pm

    I once bought my mom a subscription to a local playhouse, and she was really excited 🙂

    Reply
  23. AvatarAnel says

    May 13, 2017 at 7:16 pm

    When we were younger my dad gave us money to get my mom a present, and we ended up getting her .25 candy that tasted horrible! My mom, being amazing as always, still cracks up about it today!

    Reply
  24. Avatarkelley roach says

    May 13, 2017 at 7:30 pm

    My favorite memory was spending Mother’s day with my mom and 2 kids last year.

    Reply
  25. AvatarTina says

    May 13, 2017 at 8:10 pm

    All of my favorite Mother’s Day memories are when my daughter was younger and her face would light up when she gave me the gift she had made for me at school.

    Reply
  26. Avatarlatonya rader says

    May 13, 2017 at 10:11 pm

    Taking my mom and grandma to dinner at bennihana’s when I got my first paycheck. We had a great time and I felt so proud finally being able to treat them.

    Reply
  27. AvatarSarah L says

    May 13, 2017 at 11:35 pm

    Having high tea at the botanic gardens with my mother.
    Thanks for the contest.

    Reply
  28. AvatarLaurie Nykaza says

    May 14, 2017 at 12:32 am

    My favorite Mother’s Day was when I made her a quilt and she loved it.

    Reply
  29. AvatarKirsten P. says

    May 14, 2017 at 2:35 am

    My favorite memory of Mothers Day, was saving extra money as a child and buying her a peridot pendant because peridot is her birthstone!

    Reply
  30. Avatarsheila ressel says

    May 14, 2017 at 6:53 am

    My favorite memory is the year we took our mom out to a really fancy steakhouse that was on her bucket list of restaurants to visit.

    Reply
  31. AvatarBusyWorkingMama says

    May 14, 2017 at 8:40 am

    I always enjoyed picking flowers for my mom.

    Reply
  32. AvatarJessica Naca says

    May 14, 2017 at 8:56 am

    I love all moments I have had on mothers day! I love when the kids bring home school projects and write about me! They always are so sweet and funny!

    Reply
  33. AvatarSteph says

    May 14, 2017 at 11:29 am

    My fav memory is cooking with mommy

    Reply
  34. AvatarSusan Christy says

    May 14, 2017 at 1:24 pm

    My first mother’s day was pretty special.

    Reply
  35. AvatarLauryn R says

    May 14, 2017 at 4:57 pm

    My favorite Mother’s day memory is when my daughter made me my first homemade card. 🙂

    Reply
  36. Avatardeanna says

    May 14, 2017 at 8:05 pm

    I remember planning a surprise party for all of the moms on the block and we made hors devours made with pickles, cheese, and mustard.

    Reply
  37. AvatarMaryAnn says

    May 14, 2017 at 8:54 pm

    I don’t really have a favorite memory. This year my mom, sister and I had a girls day at the spa for Mother’s Day.

    Reply
  38. AvatarEileen Boyce says

    May 14, 2017 at 9:55 pm

    Taking Mom out to eat.

    Reply
  39. AvatarJanice Cooper says

    May 14, 2017 at 10:08 pm

    Surprising my mom with this particular bird bath she had wanted! She was super excited!

    Reply
  40. AvatarBryan Vice says

    May 14, 2017 at 10:19 pm

    My favorite Mother’s day memory is when i was a kid getting together with my whole family having cookout for Mother’s day now my family is all spread out and my Grandma passed away 3 years ago:(

    Reply
  41. AvatarDeAnna Keller says

    May 15, 2017 at 8:26 am

    My favorite Mothers Day was when we had a cookout with a bunch of family over.

    Reply
  42. AvatarRegina says

    May 15, 2017 at 5:58 pm

    My favorite memory is when the kids made breakfast for me.

    Reply
  43. AvatarCandace Miller says

    May 15, 2017 at 6:57 pm

    My favorite mother’s day memory is getting free kisses tickets from my kids.

    Reply
  44. AvatarKelsi says

    May 16, 2017 at 1:19 pm

    My favorite Mother’s Day memory was my first Mother’s Day.

    Reply
  45. Avatarlaura bernard says

    May 16, 2017 at 8:45 pm

    Going to dollywood!

    Reply
  46. AvatarNicole Martin says

    May 16, 2017 at 9:33 pm

    My favorite mother’s day memory was this last mother’s day when my kids actually got along! It doesn’t happen very often!

    Reply
  47. AvatarMelissa Storms says

    May 16, 2017 at 9:42 pm

    I had money on my table for grocery shopping and it disappeared. I looked all over for it and was in a panic before I thought to ask my then 4 year old daughter if she had seen it. She said ‘Yes, mommy, I can get you a good gift for Mother;s Day!’ At least she was thinking of me.

    Reply
  48. AvatarLaurajj says

    May 16, 2017 at 10:38 pm

    Oh I have to say my favorite was when the kids “tried” to make me breakfast in bed. 🙂 Oh boy…it was so funny…but so special! I will never forget! 🙂

    Reply
  49. AvatarBeth Minyard says

    May 17, 2017 at 10:23 am

    Just spending the day with my mom is always so great

    Reply
  50. Avataramanda lea says

    May 17, 2017 at 10:30 am

    All the women in my family did a big mothers day tea a couple years ago with big hats. It was such a good memory

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  51. AvatarAshley C says

    May 17, 2017 at 1:10 pm

    Going to the rose garden’s with my mom

    Reply
  52. AvatarJessica W. says

    May 17, 2017 at 4:25 pm

    My favorite mother’s day memories are getting a sweet handwritten card from my kids.

    Reply
  53. AvatarDealinDiva says

    May 17, 2017 at 4:40 pm

    My favorite Mother’s Day memory is going to a diner 3 years ago. It was our whole family and we had a great time.

    Reply
  54. AvatarJennifer Marie says

    May 17, 2017 at 8:06 pm

    Spending time with my mom and kids at the park.

    Reply
  55. AvatarHedgehogi says

    May 17, 2017 at 9:23 pm

    My favorite memories are of my husband and kids making me cards. I treasure them so much.

    Reply
  56. AvatarSara Zielinski says

    May 17, 2017 at 9:51 pm

    My favorite Mother’s day was my first mother’s day.

    Reply
  57. AvatarJackie says

    May 17, 2017 at 9:58 pm

    One of my favorite memories was the year my daughter made me truffles when she was in kindergarten. She was so excited to give them to me….and to eat some.

    Reply
  58. AvatarChristy Peeples DuBois says

    May 18, 2017 at 9:54 am

    Anytime I get to spend time with both of my daughters at the same time it’s a special memory. As they have gotten older those times are fewer and fewer. Mother’s Day is a time that usually I do get to thetefore a great memory.

    Reply
  59. AvatarBrigitte Bauman says

    May 18, 2017 at 10:48 am

    My favorite Mother’s Day memory is receiving a homemade card from my youngest son 17 years ago.

    Reply
  60. Avatarwen budro says

    May 19, 2017 at 7:00 pm

    When the kids were young- I always cherished their little handmade cards and presents.

    Reply
  61. AvatarAnnmarie W. says

    May 20, 2017 at 5:24 pm

    I love remembering all the Mothers Days that my children took me out to dinner…after giving me flowers & candles & chocolates earlier in the day!

    Reply
  62. Avatarelizabeth miller says

    May 20, 2017 at 6:11 pm

    My favorite Mother’s Day memory was that the first time I became a mother, my son was born just a few days before Mother’s Day.

    Reply
  63. AvatarPam says

    May 20, 2017 at 7:09 pm

    My favorite memory is receiving a personalized photo album.

    Reply
  64. AvatarRhea says

    May 20, 2017 at 11:37 pm

    My favorite Mother’s Day memory was when I took my husband, my dad, and two children to the coast for the day. The weather was amazing, and the company outstanding!

    Reply
  65. AvatarBryan Vice says

    May 21, 2017 at 6:57 am

    My wife loves J.C.Penny i would give it to her as a late B-Day present!

    Reply
  66. Avatarbetsy says

    May 21, 2017 at 7:55 am

    spending time with her

    Reply
  67. AvatarKarla R. says

    May 21, 2017 at 2:17 pm

    My favorite memory was my first Mother’s Day. I felt so awesome being a first time mother and to celebrate it.

    Reply
  68. AvatarJanice Crespo says

    May 21, 2017 at 4:35 pm

    My favorite Mother’s Day memories are all the Mother’s Days before my 22 year old daughter died by suicide 🙁

    Reply
  69. AvatarSarah Hayes says

    May 21, 2017 at 4:53 pm

    my favorite is my Lo making me a cake

    Reply
  70. AvatarSteve Weber says

    May 22, 2017 at 3:58 pm

    My favorite mother’s day memory is the last one I had with my mom before she passed.

    Reply
  71. AvatarWill G says

    May 22, 2017 at 4:11 pm

    I honestly don’t have any favorite memories.

    Reply
  72. AvatarSHAYNA says

    May 22, 2017 at 4:44 pm

    MY FAVORITE MOTHER’S DAY MEMORY WAS THE BIRTH OF MY SON. HE WAS BORN ON MOTHER’S DAY 🙂

    Reply
  73. AvatarMichelle C says

    May 22, 2017 at 7:58 pm

    I treasure the Mother’s Days my family all spent together with my grandmother before she passed away. It’s been several years, but I still miss her.

    Reply
  74. AvatarDan Dykstra says

    May 22, 2017 at 8:45 pm

    We took my wife and mom to the Amish greenhouse and bought them each a really nice hanging plant.

    Reply
  75. AvatarMichelle J. says

    May 23, 2017 at 9:42 am

    Feeling my baby kick in me!

    Reply
  76. AvatarValia says

    May 23, 2017 at 10:02 am

    My favorite Mother’s Day memory was telling my mom how much I love her!

    Reply
  77. AvatarLisa Bourlier says

    May 23, 2017 at 2:40 pm

    I loved when my boys were young and made gifts they were so proud of!

    Reply
  78. AvatarHeather Bridson says

    May 23, 2017 at 5:21 pm

    I loved the mother daughter dinners the church had when I was little. My favorite ones were the ones that happened on my birthday, it was like a celebration of both mom and me.

    Reply
  79. AvatarKENNETH OHL says

    May 23, 2017 at 5:46 pm

    taking my mom out for dinner and having her enjoy being waited on she raised 8 of us with very little money and a lot of love

    Reply
  80. Avatarshirley says

    May 23, 2017 at 7:40 pm

    My favorite memories are just my mom’s smiles when seeing everyone.

    Reply
  81. AvatarRachel says

    May 23, 2017 at 9:17 pm

    My favorite Mother’s Day memory is when I went up north for the weekend with my mom, sister and grandma. We stayed in a sweet cabin, went hiking, shopping and ate at a unique restaurant.

    Reply
  82. AvatarMary Jacobowitz says

    May 23, 2017 at 9:40 pm

    When I was little visiting my grandmother with my mom. At church they gave carnation buttoners. There 2 colors, which one color represented living moms and the other those who passed away.

    Reply
  83. AvatarHeart of a Philanthropist Blogger Kim says

    May 24, 2017 at 2:48 am

    My favorite Mother’s Day is the first one I had spending it with my husband and my three week old son.

    Reply
  84. AvatarJanet W says

    May 24, 2017 at 6:14 am

    I love spending time with my kids. I think my favorite Mother’s day memory was before I became a mom. My husband (18 years married now) proposed to me on mother’s day.

    Reply
  85. AvatarTerry says

    May 24, 2017 at 8:58 pm

    My favorite Mother’s Day memory was when my middle daughter took me out to eat at my favorite restaurant before she passed away.

    Reply
  86. Avatarhannah says

    May 24, 2017 at 9:46 pm

    I’m afraid I have no good mother’s day memories .

    Reply
  87. AvatarShawn A. says

    May 25, 2017 at 7:19 am

    My favorite memory is being able to spend time with my family and my mom and going out for dinner together.

    Reply
  88. Avatarkaren says

    May 25, 2017 at 12:23 pm

    My favorite memory with my mom is all our family vacations especially the trip to London.

    Reply
  89. AvatarConnie says

    May 25, 2017 at 1:03 pm

    I just like hanging out with the kids – snuggles and going to church.

    Reply
  90. AvatarSandra Preti says

    May 25, 2017 at 1:54 pm

    Fishing with my mom

    Reply
  91. AvatarTamra H says

    May 25, 2017 at 4:05 pm

    My favorite Mother’s Day memory is spending the day cooking with my mom!

    Reply
  92. AvatarKelly Kimmell says

    May 25, 2017 at 5:30 pm

    Spending the first Mother’s Day with my daughter after she was born.

    Reply
  93. AvatarKristin C says

    May 26, 2017 at 8:01 am

    I love all the little presents my children make for Mother’s Day – such a snapshot in time!

    Reply
  94. AvatarJulie Waldron says

    May 26, 2017 at 3:19 pm

    This Mother’s Day, my daughters got me a necklace and also my oldest daughter & son in law got me a sweet card and a oil fragrance burner.

    Reply
  95. AvatarJessica Whitehouse says

    May 26, 2017 at 4:05 pm

    Mothers day for me usually includes going to church and dinner out.

    Reply
  96. Avatarmaleficent says

    May 26, 2017 at 9:44 pm

    going over to my nana’s and helping her plant flowers

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  97. AvatarGlen H says

    May 27, 2017 at 11:45 am

    I remember gathering the family to care for mom. I miss those heartwarming moments

    Reply
  98. AvatarStarla says

    May 27, 2017 at 10:39 pm

    My favorite Mother’s Day memory was definitely having a family brunch for my Mama and my Nana. It was a great time with great food!

    Reply
  99. AvatarMarilyn Nawara says

    May 28, 2017 at 8:12 am

    My favorite memories are when my boys were in grade school and would give me homemade gifts they made in school. They would be so proud and happy. I have a box up in the closet with all of these goodies saved.

    Reply
  100. AvatarTonya Flores says

    May 28, 2017 at 4:22 pm

    Spending time with my Mother going on short trips.

    Reply
  101. Avatarlatoya says

    May 29, 2017 at 12:07 am

    My fave mothers day memory was talking a trip to Galveston with my mom.

    Reply
  102. AvatarJennifer Cervantes says

    May 29, 2017 at 9:01 am

    My favorite Mother’s Day is my first Mother’s Day.

    Reply
  103. AvatarErin M says

    May 29, 2017 at 12:53 pm

    My first mothers day will always be my fav.

    Reply
  104. Avatarshelly says

    May 30, 2017 at 9:57 am

    I remember spending mother’s day with my mom and grandma every year. It was a great tradition!

    Reply
  105. AvatarGabrielly says

    May 30, 2017 at 12:25 pm

    Spending time with my mom means a lot to me.

    Reply
  106. AvatarElizabeth Brooks says

    May 30, 2017 at 12:29 pm

    I love spending time with my girls and family

    Reply
  107. AvatarSarah Mayer says

    May 30, 2017 at 2:13 pm

    Mine would be shopping and having lunch with my mom.

    Reply
  108. AvatarDarlene Carbajal says

    May 30, 2017 at 2:31 pm

    Favorite Mother’s Day was when my Uncle came to surprise my Grandma!

    Reply
  109. AvatarSara Arcuri says

    May 30, 2017 at 4:12 pm

    My favorite memory is just lounging around not really doing anything but reminiscing about great times. ?

    Reply
  110. AvatarStacy says

    May 30, 2017 at 5:36 pm

    I love the special gifts my kids have made for me for Mother’s Day.

    Reply
  111. AvatarKathryn C says

    May 30, 2017 at 6:23 pm

    Sadly I love my mom this year, this past March 🙁 so every Mother’s Day I was able to celebrate her from as far back as I can remember are all my favorite memories of Mother’s Day

    Reply
    • AvatarKathryn C says

      May 30, 2017 at 6:25 pm

      I lost my mom, that’s what I meant to write but of course, I love her and will always love her 🙁

      Reply

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Fancy Schmancy. This month’s @torchystacos Taco Fancy Schmancy.

This month’s @torchystacos Taco of the Month is this beut: she’s full of eggs, smoked salmon, pickled onions, capers, chopped dill, and the herb cream cheese. And yes she’s fancy but oh so good and worth the splurge.

Paired with a side of queso and change out the chips for chicharrones with that white queso (and maybe a Paloma), and you’re golden. 

#torchytacos #salmon #tacos #paloma #fancy #torchys #dryjanuary #dill #salmon #dfweats #dallaseats
Who doesn’t like chocolate? But what if it’s Who doesn’t like chocolate?

But what if it’s truffles made with avocados past their prime? 🤢? Don’t knock it until you try it #recipeontheblog

Today on @wfaagmt I shared how to make the most of those leftovers and old vegetables and fruits! The kitchen smells so good with an apple tarte tartin, truffles, potato chips, broth, banana bread, and this cilantro green sauce! ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Taken from @beardfoundation:

INGREDIENTS

1⁄4 cup red wine vinegar or freshly squeezed lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1⁄2 cup fresh cilantro stems (from 1 bunch of cilantro)
1⁄2 cup olive oil or neutral oil, such as organic canola or grapeseed
1⁄2 tsp ground cumin

DIRECTIONS

In a blender or the mixing cup of a small food processor or immersion blender, combine the vinegar and a pinch of salt and pepper. Swirl a few times to dissolve the salt. Add the stems, olive oil, and cumin — puree. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

#wfaa #tv #recipe #goodmorningtexas #chocolatetruffles #dfwinfluencer #dallasblogger #eatwell #dfw #momblogger #healthylifestyle #wholefoodmethod
Kept and Queso may sound a lot alike, but I don’ Kept and Queso may sound a lot alike, but I don’t think that’s the way it work...🌯

Today was a busy one: getting ready for the week and getting prepped for a tv segment (tomorrow on @wfaagmt, so I had to call in for reinforcements. While I may be on the no-carb wagon, the rest of the fam wanted something different -  fresh, full of flavor and delivered fast...enter @savageburritos!

Made from the @unclejuliosmexican family, this ghost kitchen delivery service offers specialty burritos, bowls, salads, the holy trinity (queso, chips and salsa) and even dessert - all to your door! 

Find ‘em online and find out why you’ll go savage for more! And thanks @savageburritos for such great service! 

#savageburritos #savageburrito #unclejulios #texmex #dfweats #mamachallenge #dallasfood #dallasmoms #dallasinfluencer #dfwblogger
Nothing like trying to eat healthier and your kid Nothing like trying to eat healthier and your kid surprises you with an over-the-top hot cocoa in bed.

...But at least she put it in my @shopcarrieelle mugs.

I’m wondering if this was my first teat of 2021.
Hoping to make 2021 a lot brighter. ✨ Happy New Hoping to make 2021 a lot brighter. ✨

Happy New Year’s Y’all!

#ArlingtonTexas #ArlingtonTx #dfw #nye #lonestarnye
Consider 2021 the light at the end of the tunnel. Consider 2021 the light at the end of the tunnel.

We’ve been working to squeeze in all the celebrations this week before it’s time to work out all the tears, wine and carbs 2020 brought. 🍷 🥖 😭 

What’s your NYE plan? And most of all what’s your last cheat meal? 

#dfw #nye #newyears #covidchristmas2020 #dallasinfluencer #dfwblogger
The 80s are coming back in full force...but does m The 80s are coming back in full force...but does my visor match my mask? 😱

Actually my #OOTD is part of our equipment to take down aliens in London circa 1984 at @electricgamebox, the new immersive gaming experience @grandscapetx. Opening December 24, it’s the perfect way to spend some family time TOGETHER, hear a bada$@ soundtrack (hello, 80s!?!) and burn calories (don’t worry about those extra cookies!)

Before you go: 

🕹Have a team name ready

🕹Wear tennis shoes, no hats or hair bands, and comfortable clothes. 

🕹There’s a locker to put your bag in if you need to drop it off!

🕹Safety is #1: Masks are a must, no contact and you’re the only ones in your game room! 

🕹The experience is an hour so be ready to move bc you will! 

Swipe to see our score and family photo (emailed to you after your experience!)

Thanks for some pre-Christmas fun Electric Gamebox! (Partner)

#dallas #dfw #dfwinfluencer #dallasblogger #dallasmoms #dallastexas #electricgamebox #covidchristmas #2020 #openingsoon
❄️ I’m dreaming of a White Christmas... We ❄️ I’m dreaming of a White Christmas...

We normally head to the mountains at Christmas time, but this year we’re just happy to celebrate Christmas healthy and together with lots of wonderful trips around home including to the @gaylordtexan. So we broke from our matching plaid instead with this mom/daughter snowflake set from @shinestythreads. Most their stuff is exactly what you need to dominate the Christmas sweater game, our little bit of cheesy (cue “Let it Go...”) but came out too sweet not to share. (When they’re this age, you take it when you get it!)

Shinesty is the resource for all the holidays apparel and even does free returns! Save their page for when you need to be the talk of the party (online and in person.) 

🎄And for details about the @gaylordtexan Lonestar Christmas like this week’s Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Brunch, head to the blog (and remember the code REO gets you a discount on some of your activities!)

#shinesty #snow #dfw AD #gaylordchristmas #gaylordtexan #visitgrapevine #dallastexas #dfwinfluencer #dallasbloggers #matchingoutfits #snowdfw #somuchchristmas
One other thing came out of #2020 besides drive-th One other thing came out of #2020 besides drive-thru margaritas...I had time to enjoy wrapping my gifts! 

While we had a minor Santa disaster yesterday, I devised a mom save and moved on to the wrapping paper! I even made my Christmas tags with my @Cricut to match my white & silver snow theme! 

Do you theme your wrapping? What was this year?

You finally can get yours or stock up on accessories now at 50% off now with this link or download the LIKEtoKNOW.it shopping app to shop this pic via screenshot. http://liketk.it/34fvi #liketkit @liketoknow.it 
 #StayHomeWithLTK #LTKhome @liketoknow.it.family @liketoknow.it.home
...Hold your horses! 🐴✨🎄 I love celebrati ...Hold your horses! 🐴✨🎄

I love celebrating our holiday traditions, but this year we made a new one! I’ve always wanted to see Christmas lights by carriage ride and this year we made it happen by surprising the girls! 

We spent the night looking at beautiful houses, drinking hot chocolate under the blankets and hearing some of the best commentary from the girls!

🐴 There are several different carriage ride companies (we used Whitehaven Carriages) that drive through Deerfield and Highland Park with multiple types of carriages (there’s even a Cinderella) for varying prices starting around $175+. 

🐴While rides reserve quickly, you might be able to find some after the holidays! If not, put this in the calendar for next year because it’s a must do!

(I’ve shared some of it on Instastories!)

#dfw #highlandpark #dallasbloggers  #christmasdecor #horses #chriatmaslights #dallas #dfwevents #dallasinfluencer #dfwinfluencer #christmastradition
Just ONE more day! The countdown to Christmas may Just ONE more day!

The countdown to Christmas may be a week away, but @thecroods New Age is available by demand tomorrow! 

The kids have been so excited about this debut and have decorated for the occasion with their goodies from @dreamworks! 🎁 (Partner)

#CROODSNEWAGE #dreamworks #thecroods #giftideas #dfwinfluencers #dallassocialinfluencers #movie #fandango #momlife #sloth
🎶I’m dreaming of a white Christmas...🎶 . 🎶I’m dreaming of a white Christmas...🎶 

...to drink that is, The Dude style. Picking up last minute gifts, I took a brief break at @lockwooddistillingco. They have a great holiday cocktail list and if you’re lucky, you’ll find some awesome gift baskets under their Biggie & Snoop Christmas tree will make everyone happy for Christmas (twofer!)

Whatever you do, don’t leave without a bottle of the Bourbon Creme or Cinnamon Rum to make it through the holidays (who needs eggnog when you can drink this?)

#lockwooddistillingco #biglebowski #dfw #richardsontx #dallastx #holidaydrinks #dallasinfluencer #dfwblogger #whitechristmas #giftidea #biggie #snoop
#MomTruth: What are you buying and wrapping yourse #MomTruth: What are you buying and wrapping yourself to put under the tree and saying it’s from the kids? 🌲 

For me it was this crossbody from @bestofsevenshop. I love a beautiful big handbag (hello @louisvuitton!), but lately I’ve kept it to the essentials as we enjoyed all the holiday events safely, but I still wanted it to be cute! 

Best of Seven style is classic: full of pockets and zippers as well different styles that let you interchange colors to make it your own! “Keeping it your own” is their mission by celebrating diversity:
🌈 races
🌈religion
🌈genders
🌈sexual orientation
🌈Abilities and disabilities
🌈Ages

And you know I love a monogram! 

Today’s the last day to get 30% off and still get it personalized! Get the link in my profile!

#bestofseven #diversity #giftideas #dallasblogger #style #holidays #grinch #rainbow #dfwinfluencers #dallasmoms #covidchristmas
SO.MUCH.CHRISTMAS. 🎄🎁🎅🏼 It’s incred SO.MUCH.CHRISTMAS. 🎄🎁🎅🏼

It’s incredible how much you can do in 24 hours and how many photos you can take - 422 to be exact.

Have you been so busy you haven’t had time to do the Christmas stuff? Get in all the holiday fun with our guide to SO MUCH Christmas at the Gaylord Texan @gaylordtexan.

We even share how to save some money (use the code REO!)

Link to the guide is in the profile and #ontheblog.

#gaylordtexan #ChristmasatGaylordTexan #ilovechristmasmoviesWB #SoMuchChristmas #gaylordchristmas #dfw #visitgrapevine #christmas #dfwinfluencers #dallasinfluencer #travelblogger #traveltex #grapevinetx
Are you making a different kind of O Face because Are you making a different kind of O Face because your not sure if that box is gonna make it? O-NO! 😱

Deadlines start today fast and being in those long lines might be the worst part of Christmas. However, I shared some tips  on @wfaagmt on how you can avoid feeling like a Grinch when it comes to shipping. 🙌🏻

Here are some tips you might not know before you get in line: 

🎁 The big three all have pick up at your house, by going online and scheduling for pick up @ups, @usps.official and @fedex.

Did you know that several stores actually have shipping inside? 
🎁Some Ace Hardware stores @acehardware and local Eliott’s Hardware
🎁 @Staples - they have all the supplies for you to box it up (and I have a coupon in my Instastories!)
🎁 CVS ships UPS
🎁 Heading to those third party parcel stores can definitely save you some time.

Ship to Store is a huge way to get the item delivered quicker to you or to have sent. 
🎁 Get your @amazon sent to an Amazon Locker  or @wholefoods for shipping and pick up! 
🎁 @target - drive through pick up with the App 
🎁 @Walmart - just launched a new service called Walmart+ which is like Amazon Prime where you can get it. (Try it free now!) 

Last-minute shipping?
🎁 While you might not want to pay for those last-minute shipping services, if you use @rakuten you can save money on your purchase so then it still can be affordable for your budget. (I have already racked up a $600 cash back check just for using Rakuten - head to my profile to get a link to get $20 back when you use it! (It’s FREE!) 

@wfaagmt @wfaa #dfw #shipping #holiday #savemoney #dfwinfluencers #dallasinfluencers #dallas #giftideas #mamachallenge #giftguide #covidchristmas
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