Weekender

I will consider this weekend a girl's weekend. My husband was out of town on a golf trip, and I enjoyed a lovely evening with some fabulous friends, time with my son and niece, and some closet organization. I even watched Frozen for the first time! See - definitely a girly weekend.

Gathering goods - beach bound this week! 

Sweet friends

Lovely flowers

Bacon cupcakes. Yum.

Goat cheese toasts

My latest TJ Maxx find

Hats, swimsuits, shorts, and comfy dresses = why I love packing for the beach.

Easiest Peanut Butter Pie Ever

My husband celebrated his birthday this week, and there's one thing I know always makes his day: His grandmother's Peanut Butter Pie of course! It's the only way he takes his PB pie, and it couldn't be easier. It has become one of my favorites as well.

Grams has always been known for her cooking, particularly her Christmas cookies, peanut butter pie, and pancakes (among other things). It's your lucky day if you are reading this, because this recipe is a real treat :)

Grams' Famous Peanut Butter Pie

1 pie crust (I prefer graham but you could use pastry)
1 package instant chocolate pudding
1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter
3/4 cup powdered sugar, plus more for the whipped cream
whipping cream
vanilla extract

Make the pudding according to package directions. In a separate bowl, mix together the crunchy peanut butter and the confectioner's sugar until crumbly. Add the crumbs to the bottom of the crust evenly (reserve some for top). Pour pudding over crumbs. Allow to set in the fridge. While that sets, whip your cream on high until soft peaks form. Add some confectioner's sugar and about a teaspoon of vanilla extract. Continue to whip until stiff peaks form. To assemble, add the whipped cream and remainder of crumbs. Enjoy!

Easy Breezy

Tonight we went to eat for my husband's birthday. I love getting dressed in summer. - it's just so easy! Slipping on shorts, a swingy blouse, and comfy flats is the best. We had a delicious dinner at Cantina Laredo, and our son Rowe ran around like a wild man. Summer nights are the best.

Top: Carriage House (local)

Shorts: Loft

Shoes: TJ Maxx

Purse: Zara

Necklace: Stella & Dot

Happy Memorial Day!

My absolute favorite weekend of the year is coming to a close. We enjoyed great friends, hot air balloons, delicious food, a lots of relaxing. I couldn't ask for more.