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Week in Rewind Volume 103
Happy Tuesday friends!
I’m extra late getting this recap out, but as the saying goes…better late than never, right?
We spent the weekend at another volleyball tournament in Minneapolis, which is part of the reason I’m running behind.
It’s been a few weeks, and there’s lots to catch up on—more travels, Super Bowl party ideas, appetizer recipes, and plenty of other goodness on the blog.
So grab a drink, get cozy, and let’s rewind the week together!
Table of Contents
Tidbits from Home
A lot has happened since we last caught up!
To start, we had a big birthday in our house!
Two weeks ago, we celebrated Harper’s 11th birthday with dinner at her favorite pizza spot, then headed home for a small family celebration complete with a Wicked-themed cake and plenty of Wicked-inspired presents.
Ever since we saw the movie over the holiday break, she’s been obsessed, so it was the perfect way to celebrate our sweet, dance-and-music-loving girl!
The next day, we packed up and traveled to Colorado for Peyton’s first volleyball tournament of the season.
Her team had a great start, finishing the weekend with a 6-2 record.
And since were lucky to have so much of Kirk’s family in Colorado, she had a big cheering section, including two sets of grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins!
A Visit to Snowy South Carolina
After getting home from Colorado late Monday night, I barely had time to unpack before catching a 6 a.m. flight to Charleston the next morning.
Talk about a quick turnaround!
I spent the week with my blogging friends Anne and AnnMarie from Simply 2 Moms, planning and brainstorming for the year ahead.
Beyond work, we had fun plans like enjoying a historic carriage ride through the city, but Mother Nature had other ideas.
A rare snowstorm hit the South, shutting down most of Charleston—including nearly all the restaurants, shops, and tourist spots.
Even with the unexpected winter weather, we made the best of it.
With restaurants closed, all of our reservations were canceled, but thankfully, we had stocked up on snacks and had plenty of leftovers from our charcuterie board dinner on the first night.
Anne even made us homemade grilled pimento cheese sandwiches with her famous recipe.
I’d never tried pimento cheese before this trip, but to say I’m a fan would be an understatement!
I don’t know why pimento cheese isn’t a thing here in the Midwest, but it needs to be.
We snuck in a (very cold!) trip to the beach, and by the last day, we finally found a few restaurants that had reopened.
Charleston is such a beautiful city, and I’d love to go back when it’s warmer and I have more time to explore.
More Tales from the Road
And after just a few days at home, it was time to hit the road again!
This past weekend, we were in Minneapolis for another volleyball tournament with Peyton and her team.
It was a tough one, but the girls played hard and pushed through, even with several players injured.
We got home early Sunday evening, and I’m looking forward to a week at home before we’re back on the road for another tournament over Valentine’s Day weekend.
A little time to catch up and catch our breath sounds pretty nice right about now!
Recently on the Blog
Cozy up on a cold night with a glass of white sparkling sangria.
With hints of citrus and notes of cranberry, it’s the perfect winter cocktail.
Speaking of the perfect winter recipe, if you’re after a quick weeknight meal, you’ll love this creamy chicken and corn chowder.
it’s just one of 19 amazing dishes that work perfectly for a cozy winter dinner party.
Are you planning to watch the big game this weekend?
I recently spilled a secret on Instagram…I’m not a fan of pro football.
BUT, I’m all about the food, the fun, and those hilarious (or sometimes sappy) commercials.
If you’re throwing a party or just need some simple snack recipes, I’m sharing my favorite hosting tips, delicious appetizers, and free party printables to help you throw the ultimate Super Bowl watch party—no football expertise required!
Stir up some fun at your game day watch party with these easy DIY football drink stir sticks.
They’re the perfect accessory for your Super Bowl party, or, save them now and make them for a football tailgate next fall.
And, if you’re looking for a quick and easy crockpot appetizer that’s always a crowd-favorite, these BBQ and grape jelly meatballs are can’t-miss!
Coming Soon to MWLS
I’m hoping to share some new spring content soon… I just need to find a little time at home to pull it all together. Stay tuned!
The Week in Rewind Volume 103
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Love these Week in Rewind posts! It’s always great to catch up on fresh ideas and inspiration all in one place. Excited to see what’s in store this week!
Thank you so much for stopping by! I’m glad you enjoy the recaps as much as I enjoy sharing them!
You’re Daughter Harper is Adorable!!
Have Lots of Fun with her…
Lisa McCarthy
Thank you, Lisa. She keeps us on our toes, but we wouldn’t have it any other way. We are trying to soak it all in with both of our daughters. The years go by so fast!
It sounds like you have had a whirlwind month! How fun to be with Anne and Annmarie in Charleston. A beautiful city, it is a shame the weather had other plans.
I love sangria, and cannot wait to try this recipe.
January was a busy month to say the least! I’m really hoping to visit Charleston again when the weather is a bit nicer. Ironically we’ve had no snow here in Nebraska this winter, yet I went somewhere warmer to escape the cold weather and the snow followed me there. I hope you enjoy the sangria!