Crock Pot Hawaiian Chicken

Six Sisters Stuff Blog is responsible for this ingenious crock pot dinner idea.  This dinner is a tasty no brainer and perfect for anyone on the go.  The only thing I did different was shredding the chicken on a cutting board,  this seemed to be the easier route for me versus shredding the chicken inside the crock pot.  Try it over rice and on a hamburger bun and let me know which you like best!

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Wedding Quilt, A Non Traditional Guest Book

A wedding quilt filled with well wishes from your wedding attendees, how cute is this!!!  Recently I had a wedding where the couple did just this in place of a traditional guest book.  Take a peek at how they made this sweet idea a reality.  Swoon!

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Pinwheel Brunch

Rachael Ray does it again!  This brunch idea is one that I plan on trying out ASAP, but wanted to share with you first because it sounds so delicious!  Who doesn't love a pinwheel???

Picture from Rachael Ray Show Website

DIY Vase

I have been searching for a small white vase to adorn the center of my dining room table for ever.  Specifically wanted a this vase from Dollar Tree in a smooth white finish, so I decided to take the project on myself.  Unfortunately, apartment living doesn't lend itself very will to spray paint so hand painting with acrylic was my only option.  The bristles on the brush added some texture to the outside of the vase that I ended up liking very much.  Now I have the pretty white vase to put fresh flowers in that I always wanted!

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Vanilla Bean Cheesecake Fudge Brownies with Salted Caramel

Thank you Betty Crocker for this divine sweet and savory cheesecake brownie dessert.  There is something about the combination of chocolate and salted caramel that makes everyone one say YUM!

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FREE Custom Monograms

If you follow me on Pinterest, you might have seen I am working on redecorating some rooms in my house.  The bedroom is almost complete, all it needed was a final touch of artwork.  Initially I wanted to do silhouettes of my self and my boyfriend, but that idea was immediately shot down.  So imagine my joy when I came across this FREE custom printable monogram website via Pinterest.  And after a few minutes of printing, picture mat making and framing ... Ta Dah!  I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THESE!!!

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Oven Fried Parmesan Chicken Tenders

This recipe is a comfort food for me, my mother used to make it all the time when my sister and I were kids. It was a welcome reminder of home when I made it for the first time in a long time last week.  Enjoy!

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1 ½ sleeves round buttery crackers, crushed (about 2 1/3 cups)

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves

1 teaspoon salt

3 large eggs

2 tablespoons milk

1 ½ pounds of chicken tenderloins

¼ cup butter, melted

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.  Spray a rimmed baking sheet with non stick cooking spray.

In a large shallow dish, combine crushed crackers, cheese, flour thyme, and salt.

In a separate large shallow dish, whisk large eggs and milk until blended.

Dip tenderloins in egg mixture, letting excess drip off; dredge in cracker mixture pressing to adhere.  Dip coated tenderloins in egg mixture again, letting excess drip off; dredge in cracker mixture, pressing to adhere.  Place on prepared baking sheet.  Drizzle with melted butter.  Bake for 20 to 23 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

Kayaking Adventure

Happy belated Labor Day!  I hope everyone had an amazing time enjoying friends, family and a little R&R like I did.  Armed with a Living Social deal and a few friends and family I ventured out to Three Rivers Outfitters in the charming city of Eden, NC to experience kayaking for the first time.  What and experience that was!  For the first time, a 90 minute unguided tour was a little unnerving but kayaking is definitely an activity you learn by doing.  All in all we had a blast spending the morning on the Smith River.  If you've never done it, you should really add it to your bucket list!

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