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By D'Arcy Vandenberg


Easter Basket’s for the Men in your life!

This Tuesday’s Tip is how to Create Fun Easter Basket’s for The MEN in your Life! Creative and Fun items your Men will love! Your Hubby, College age Boy and Teen age Boy will love all these yummy and useful treats! ( Not to mention I have a Giveaway In this post) I’ve created an easy shopping board Here

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old navy tee shirt and underware

old navy tee and boxers

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Do you have A hard time trying to figure out what to put in your Hubby’s and Boy’s Easter basket’s as they get older? When they were little (the kids) it’s easier to find fun treats to fill up the baskets that’s NOT ALL candy!  As they have gotten older it get’s harder…and I found way’s that have made it easier.

I like to go with a theme..In years past I have done Spring break items, bathing suit,towel,sun screen, and a couple of treats they love. I have done sports theme, gaming theme etc. I found a theme helps keep me organized and not to go totally over board! (those baskets are only so big!)  This year I decided to go with a small color theme and their FAVORITE snacks!  My Boy’s really don’t love candy but they love chocolate and they really like snack foods…Heres for easy shopping…all your needs in one place. HERE

Here’s how I started….I went to Old Navy and picked each Boy out a tee shirt and matching boxers, then I went to Target, world market & TJ Maxx to looked for some gum and little treats that matched their tee’s. ( I didn’t go crazy on the Matching color theme, Although it would be really cute to do All 1 color!) I really wanted to concentrate on getting some of their favorite snacks. As each one likes different snack foods I thought this would be fun and practical! My boy’s will appreciate all their favorite snacks and a couple of new one’s to try! 

The Hubby…Do you do a basket for your hubby? It’s been a tradition of mine since we dated! My hubby doesn’t buy much for himself and He loves treats plus he snacks all day long so it was always really easy to buy him his favorite treats and put in a basket! This was my inspiration for my boy’s Basket’s this year! FAVORITE snacks…    This year My hubby is getting a extra Treat’s a JORD’S watch  Shop All Men’s watch’s =https://www.jordwatches.com/shop/men/#deardarcy    To shop my Hubby’s watch= https://www.jordwatches.com/series/frankie/dark-sandalwood-and-emerald/#deardarcy    

Some of the Fun snack’s my Boys and Hubby enjoy:

Starbucks drinks and Gift card, Kind bars, trail mix, sea salt dark chocolate bars, Reese’s peanut butter bar, Billy goat BBq chips, edamame, dried Mango’s, Organic peanut butter cups, whoppers, goldfish, Joe’s coffee, Amsterdam cookies, gum!

Non Food Items, Bath balms, Vaseline, tee shirt, boxers, Shower gel, deodorant,Starbucks card!   (you could do any Gift card mine would love In & out) 

For those of you without a lot of time a created a very easy shopping board on Amazon, everything you need to create a fab basket for the men in your life. HERE 

 Hope I helped you figure out some fun Easter Basket Ideas for the Men in your life!  OX D’Arcy

 

 

 

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Anniversary or Bridal Shower ready !

Bring on the Romance!

We’re Celebrating Our Anniversary this weekend and I wanted to share with you some fun Gift Ideas for a Anniversary or a Bridal shower. This would also be perfect for a Wedding night.

The Robe/Kimono and romper are from Victoria Secrets. I love the soft color of light blush and the lace detail on the Kimono, this could also be worn with jeans and a tank to go out it. I love things you can get multi use out of.  Romper’s are all the rage in and out of the bed room! I love the playfulness of a romper, the color of soft pink is just one of my favorite’s.  The robe was $79.99 and the Romper $45.00

I am in love with Prosecco by Lamarca, $12-17 a bottle. It’s a yummy sparkling wine with the fun feel of champagne! ( I do not love Champagne but I love the Idea of champagne!) Pop open a bottle and add some fresh berries and a splash of your favorite juice! YUM!

Statement earring are making a huge come back for Spring and these beauties got me from JCrew $79.00 Makes for a beautiful Bridal gift. I love wearing pretty jewelry for a special night even if it’s with lingerie.

My Hubby and I are celebrating 21 years on February 25th and I truly feel blessed to have found my match for life. I adore the man I married and he still makes my heart flutter.  When I saw these Dish towels it wasn’t even a thought…they flew into my cart $7.99 at HomeGoods. The hubby & wifey glasses $3.99 each TGmax (both would make a cute bridal shower gift)

I hope you can add some romance to your life…Even if it’s just in the decor! OX D’Arcy

 

The face vase  is (celfie Vase) from High Fashion Home $6.99-14.99  Yes… it’s spelled Celfie….

The white faux fur throw/rug HomeGoods  $89

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Celebrating The month of Love

I love the Month of February!

A month full of love… My hubby’s Birthday, Valentine’s day and Our Anniversary ! Plus a month full of everything Red & pink! I thought I would share some of the Outfits, Nails and treats I loved for the month. Hoping to give you inspiration and to find love in the little things. Happy Valentine’s Day! Love, D’Arcy

Did you Get your CAKE & eat it too? I did! My favorite red velvet cupcake from Lovee’s cakes in South Ogden was sitting on my nightstand this morning.

Today’s Valentine outfit… lip sweater by The Classic (old), Black wax skinny jean by Yummy jean, Stripped shoes by Sam Edelman, bar (believe) necklace $8.99 at Chic Style, ox ring (dear Lizzy)

Valentine’s outfits I styled for Fox 13 (the Place) All available @ Chic Style Clothing Boutique.

A couple of my favorite things….Miette Pastry Shop in San Francisco’s recipe book, Whisk= Anthropology , pink bowl= Dear lizzy, Valentine’s tickets=my personal scrapbooking stash

Chocolate covered Rice crispy treats

First part of February Red nails w/ gold heart

2nd Manicure for the Month of love….pink ombre’ with Rose gold glitter!

My hubby and I at the Chic Utah blogger’s night in white.

I am obsessed with Fresh flowers…My indulgence I get weekly Blooms and Red & white seemed to call me!

The choker top is a big look this season and I think perfect for a Date night & Valentines day. ( chic Style)

Casual Valentine outfit (perfect for helping out at school) Available @ Chic Style

Valentine outfit inspiration number 4…I love this hot pink Cardigan (old) paired with this trendy eyelash & lips tee, leather pants Kut from kloth=chic Style, Necklace Zenzii=Chic Style, watch= Michael Kors, Vase= High Home fashion

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D’Arcy

D'Arcy
Welcome to my blog, Where I share Fashion and lifestyle over 40. A Former Clothing Boutique owner, Interior designer by Trade! Boy mom, Sharing Tips, DIY’s, Recipes, Home inspiration, Ways to style what you own and create ways to look & feel stylish at any age! I love a good deal and I adore luxury! I share how I mix both. While sneaking in Chats about midlife issues. Midlife Now, isn’t what it was for our moms!
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Part 5

—2 month Update—

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I was diagnosed in December, Surgery in January and my first laser in February.

I’ve been sharing this Journey in hopes to help encourage you to make a skin check up appointment. 

Melanoma Cancer is deadly and very different from Skin Cancer.

Melanoma cancer is deadly,  early detection is key, before it can spread to lymph nodes, organs blood. 

If your new here or just seeing this post, I have 4 other parts with all the info and my Journey to date in Feed and stores saved to highlights with more info.

Thank you for all the kind messages, comments and prayers! I appreciate you being apart of my tribe.

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🌿Simple Way’s I add Spring into our home. 🌿🌷Slide 🌿Simple Way’s I add Spring into our home.

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Easy Spring touches-spring in your home- ways to add spring
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Join use for a little catch up, in the kitchen and sharing a few recipes, along with stories.

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Spring is here🌷🌿🌸 Let’s grab a coffee and Stroll Spring is here🌷🌿🌸

Let’s grab a coffee and Stroll the Gardens @parkcitygardens 

The Perfect Spring fix & coffee date.

Pick up a few plants for your home or garden, gives you the feel of Spring & boosts your spirits 🌸🌿🌷

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This little spit fire is 23🤍 I can’t believe how f This little spit fire is 23🤍
I can’t believe how fast time has flown by 🤍

It’s been so fun watching him grow from a  little pistol into this young man🤍and amazing New daddy. 

His determination, and strong will, made him a great athlete, while his tender heart  and sensitivity & caring has made him kind to others. He’s loyal, has a strong work ethic and a joy for adventure. 

He’s our boy that would want to save every kitten and brought us home our beloved Binx and Little Miss…

The pickiest eater ever, until about the age of 12, and  He wouldn’t try a burger until age 13! (Thank goodness that’s all changed) 😉

So many memories , yet doesn’t seem like it could already be 23 years! 
Proud of the man and watching him become a daddy has been one of our biggest joys🤍🤍

Happy 23rd 🎂🎉Hampton Steel we couldn’t love you more🤍🤍🤍

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If this is your Vibe…. Then follow for more! I lo If this is your Vibe….
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I love to romanticize everyday life… with beautiful Tablescapes, arranging flowers for our homes weekly arrangements (Friday ‘s sink full) Easy Entertaining ideas, Sharing Recipes & a few short cuts and tips along the way. 

Gardening, Reading, Antiquing and thrifting are my “Grandma” hobbies! 

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I’m 54 here’s a few outfits from last week, I bet I’m 54 here’s a few outfits from last week, I bet you can create from your closet✔️

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🌷Easy Appetizer 🌷 Tulip Baguette Bites A perfect 🌷Easy Appetizer 🌷
Tulip Baguette Bites

A perfect Spring time appetizer , you can make for Easter🌷🐰🥕🐣Or Mothers Day🌷

Recipe:
-French Baguette sliced
-Cherry tomatoes 
-Chives
-Basil leaves
-Spreadable Cream cheese or Boursin garlic & fine Herb Gournay cheese (I use @boursincheese) 

Prep: slice bread, cut chives to stems size, cut Basil into small leaves, cut tomatoes in 1/2, cut off tops to square up and cut little lines into the tomato to create the tulip ….

Assemble:
- spread cheese onto bread
- add two chive stems
-add basil leaves
-add 1 yellow 1 red cherry tomatoes 

Arrange on platter and serve.

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Are you hosting Easter or are you going out?

SAVE to  reference later. 

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I know I love a good SALE.. —6 Spring Tops— 50% I know I love a good SALE..

—6 Spring Tops—

50% off LOFT Tops… I grabbed a couple of these… Can you guess which ones came home with me?

Which is your favorite ? 1-2-3-4-5-6

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Cheers to the Weekend & Happy Spring🌷🐰🌿🍷 Long Wee Cheers to the Weekend & Happy Spring🌷🐰🌿🍷

Long Week… and lots of creating… here’s a little sneak peek at our Easter Tablescape💙🌿🐇

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Friday Fun…. Oldest Daughter… If you are one, the Friday Fun….

Oldest Daughter…
If you are one, then you know!

What are you in the siblings line up?

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Last week in 20 Photos… Everything from what I wa Last week in 20 Photos…

Everything from what I was working on at Home,for Easter, outfits I wore, content I am creating, flower arrangements made, Recipes I worked on and some entertaining sneak peeks…

Romanticizing your life and making daily life special is easy and it’s just in the details🎀☕️🤍

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The joys of being a grandparent! Yes, ours is the The joys of being a grandparent! Yes, ours is the cutest😂😂😂

We’re having our first little sleep over tonight ❤️❤️❤️

Wish us luck💋

Grandparent humor…..
Funny reels - family love- love of being a grandparent 

#granparents #parenthumor #familyfirst❤️ call me COCO
Remember to protect your peace…. For those that m Remember to protect your peace….

For those that maybe needed to hear this today 🤍🙏🏻

“Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” – Proverbs 4:23

 CORINTHIANS 15:33
“Do not be misled: ‘Bad company corrupts good character.’” – 1 Corinthians 15:33

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.” – Proverbs 3:5-6

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18

“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” – Colossians 3:13-14

“Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes.” – Psalm 37:7

Bible verses that bring peace!
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Friday I’m in LOVE…. Spring outfit inspo … A litt Friday I’m in LOVE….

Spring outfit inspo … A little bit Preppy, A Pop of Pink & Perfect for lunch with a friend!

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About Yesterday….. A perfect Day with YU 🌸 A Cle About Yesterday…..

A perfect Day with YU 🌸

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