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Asian Style Brussels Sprout Skewers Recipe

Asian Style Brussels Sprout Skewers Recipe

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

I hope you’re having a beautiful weekend. I am taking the time to heal after the 2nd laser treatment I had on Thursday, and trying to get some writing and content done. Feeling grateful for a little time to heal and work without feeling pressure. I have to be honest, I’ve finally been feeling creative. I think my little girl’s trip to California gave me the boost I needed. 

Today’s Sunday Recipe is Asian-Style Brussels Sprout Skewers. Easy to make, a great appetizer, and a perfect side dish. This dish will make non-brussels sprout lovers love them.

Asian Style Brussels Sprout Skewers Recipe

Asian Style Brussels Sprout Skewers Recipe
Asian Style Brussels Sprout Skewers Recipe
Asian Style Brussels Sprout Skewers Recipe

Asian Style Brussels Sprout Skewers Recipe
Asian Style Brussels Sprout Skewers Recipe
Asian Style Brussels Sprout Skewers Recipe

Asian Style Brussels Sprout Skewers Recipe
Asian Style Brussels Sprout Skewers Recipe
Asian Style Brussels Sprout Skewers Recipe

Asian Style Brussels Sprout Skewers Recipe

Asian Style Brussels Sprout Skewers Recipe
Asian Style Brussels Sprout Skewers Recipe
Asian Style Brussels Sprout Skewers Recipe

Asian Style Brussels Sprout Skewers  

1 bag Brussels sprouts 

1/2 cup Hoisin sauce

1 tablespoon Balsamic glaze 

2 tablespoons Soy sauce 

Drizzle Sesame oil in the pan & a small drizzle on top of the sprouts 

1/4 cup Crushed peanuts (reserve to sprinkle on top) or sesame seeds

Directions:

Cut ends off sprouts, add to a pan with water, and bring to a boil; let boil for about 10 minutes, until soft. Drain. Let cool. Then place on skewers 

Preheat oven to 400

Make the sauce:

Mix all the above ingredients, then brush over the sprouts, turn, and brush all sides.  Sprinkle with crushed peanuts or sesame seeds. Place in the oven, cook until crispy 

 

 

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Wassail Sparkler Cocktail Recipe

Wassail Sparkler Cocktail Recipe

Hello Pretty Ladies,

I hope you’re having a great week and that you’re enjoying your Holiday season so far. I know for many moms this is a hectic time of year, trying to get everything done while enjoying & also creating the magic of the season. Remember to take a breath, and know that you are your own worst critic. Stop and enjoy all the small moments. 

Here’s a cocktail recipe that is always a hit and will make your entertaining easier. 

Wassail Sparkler Cocktail Recipe

Wassail Sparkler Cocktail Recipe
Wassail Sparkler Cocktail Recipe

Wassail Sparkler 

A cocktail that’s a hit at every Holiday party. I love having a yummy “signature cocktail” in a Pitcher for entertaining: It’s an easy way to have a no-host bar. Tip: make it without alcohol for non-drinkers, and keep the alcohol nearby for guests who want to use it. For instance, this cocktail can be served with Champagne, Prosecco, vodka, or rum.

Recipe:

-Trader Joe’sWinter Wassail punch

-Orange Juice Wassail Sparkler 

-Poppi Cranberry Fizz

(Or cranberry juice and sparkling water, or cranberry 7-Up)

-Your favorite Prosecco or champagne (or skip for a non alcoholic cocktail)

-Blood oranges

-Limes

-Cranberries 

-Pomegranate seeds

Garnish with 

Rosemary & a slice of orange

Wassail Sparkler Cocktail Recipe

Wassail Sparkler Cocktail Recipe

In A pitcher, combine:

In a gallon pitcher, pour the entire bottle of Wassail punch, about 2 cups of orange juice, and one can of Poppi cranberry fizz; add two cans if you like it sparkling. 1 Blood Orange sliced, one lime sliced, 1 cup of Cranberries, 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds, and stir. Garnish with two springs of rosemary and a blood orange slice. Serve with prosecco or your favorite alcohol listed above.

Happy Holiday Entertaining!

Wassail Sparkler Cocktail Recipe

 

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EASY APPLE CIDER DONUTS RECIPE

Easy Apple Cider Donut Recipe

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Happy Sunday! I hope you are having a great start to November. I truly can’t believe how Fast it’s flying by, how is it already November 9th?

Today, I am sharing a quick and easy recipe my family loves. Apple Cider Donuts scream Fall, and this recipe is so easy. A boxed cake mix and a few ingredients to make a great apple cider donut, you and your family will all love. Perfect for a slow weekend morning. Easy Apple Cider Donut Recipe

 

EASY APPLE CIDER DONUTS RECIPE

Ingredients:

One box spice cake mix (15.25 oz)

 1/2 cup apple sauce

Reduce 2 cups of apple cider on the stove until about 1 cup remains

Instructions:

1 Preheat oven to 350°F

and grease a donut pan. Mix the cake mix with applesauce & the reduced Apple cider.

Spoon or pipe batter into the pan about ⅔ full.

Bake 15-18 minutes, until donuts spring back when touched. (Left mine for about 17 mins)

OPTIONAL:

While still warm, brush donuts with melted butter or apple cider, then roll in  Cinnamon & Sugar

Easy Apple Cider Donut Recipe

Easy Apple Cider Donut Recipe

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Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Bbq Chicken Sandwhiches

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Happy Sunday, today’s in the kitchen with D’Arcy, it’s an easy Slow Cooker Shredded BBQ Chicken Sandwiches, a family favorite recipe. This is a perfect and easy recipe. Great for a hot summer day, no heating up that kitchen.

I hope you have a great Sunday.

Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Bbq Chicken Sandwhiches

Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Bbq Chicken Sandwhiches
Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Bbq Chicken Sandwhiches
Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Bbq Chicken Sandwhiches

Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Bbq Chicken Sandwhiches

Easy Slow Cooker Recipe

Shredded Bbq Chicken sandwiches 

Package of @foodandmeat co-op farm fresh chicken breast

  • 1 18 oz jar of your favorite bbq sauce(I like Trader Joe’s organic Kansas City style bbq sauce) Or Stubbs original
  • 1cup water
  • 1 cup of diced white onion 
  • 1/2 cup diced green onion
  • 1 tablespoon of mustard 
  • 1 tablespoon kitchen bouquet
  • 1 teaspoon of pepper flakes 

Place all ingredients in a slow cooker on high heat. Stir every so often. When the chicken starts to break apart, turn to warm and shred it with a chopper, two forks, or a hand mixer. Then, warm buns (we like Brioche buns), add pepper jack cheese if you like, and top with the shredded chicken.

Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Bbq Chicken Sandwhiches

Serve with my Roasted Garden Veggies RECIPE HERE

Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Bbq Chicken Sandwhiches

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Live life stylishly and look good at any age

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Homemade Caprese Focaccia Bread 

Homemade Caprese Focaccia Bread 

Hello Pretty Lady,

The recipe I make often is a family favorite and has been highly requested by you. I’ve finally had a chance to get it up on the blog, and I hope you and your family love it as much as mine does. You’ll have to let me know in the comments below if you try it.

Homemade Caprese Focaccia Bread 

 

Homemade Caprese Focaccia Bread 

Homemade Caprese Focaccia Bread 

 

Focaccia Dough recipe:

4 cups flour, 2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons instant yeast, 2 cups water. Whisk together the flour, salt, and yeast first, then add water and stir together. Add olive oil, then cover the bowl preferably with a lid or a cloth bowl cover. Stick the bowl in the fridge immediately; leave it there to rise for 12 to 18 hours (or for as long as three days). The dough recipe is one I tried from Alexandria  | and it’s seriously so good on its own with rosemary and the Sea Salt. But, I just had to try it with my Caprice Toppings, and man, the combination is so good!

TIP:

I baked the bread the day or so before (double the batch and make a couple), freeze one for later. 

Then I added all the toppings and baked for 15 minutes, or you can serve toppins cold on the baked foccia & drizzled with balsamic glaze, and served

Homemade Caprese Focaccia Bread 

Caprice Toppings:

-Organic  Tomatoes 

-Fresh Basil 

-Fresh rosemary

-Chopped garlic cloves 

-Mozzarella ( I like Trader Joe’s cut in 1/2, and I use a little of the oil it’s in to drizzle )

-Sprinkle flaky salt 

-Drizzle with olive oil (I use garlic-infused) 

Homemade Caprese Focaccia Bread 

Serve with :

Balsamic vinegar and olive oil

Bruschetta sauce (Trader Joe’s)

Love a little dipping, but it’s tasty all on its own 

Other topping options:

Kamala olives 

Jalapeños 

Homemade Caprese Focaccia Bread 

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Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken – Sweet and Savory Salad

Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken – Sweet and Savory Salad

Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad

Hello Pretty Ladies,

I hope you had a great weekend. The weather in Utah has been beautiful, and we’ve been spending a lot of time outside working on Yard and Garden projects and craving salads. With that being said, for today’s “In the Kitchen with D’Arcy,” I am sharing my recipe for my Crunchy  Chicken – Sweet and Savory Salad. It’s so good, the mix of crunchy Chicken and sweet pecans with the savory flavor of Blue cheese gives this mixed green and veggie salad that wow factor. 

 

Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad

Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad
Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad
Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad

Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad

Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad
Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad

Crunchy  Chicken – Sweet and Savory Salad Recipe:

2 Panko-crusted chicken breasts cut into cubes ( I use my Chicken Schnitzel recipe) (I make a couple extra that week for dinner & reserve to make this salad that week) 

One Bag of mixed greens of your choice or hand chop ( I like 1 chopped romaine, 1 chopped iceberg, and a handful of spinach) 

1/2 cup Green onions 

1 large tomato, diced

One Carrot sliced however you like 

1 cup Blue cheese crumbles

1 cup Candied pecans

Fresh pepper to taste

Balsamic glaze for drizzle 

Homemade garlic croutons (I use leftover garlic bread, cut into cubes and warm in the oven until crispy)

My dressing of choice is a homemade Italian vinaigrette or balsamic vinegar; the boys prefer blue cheese dressing. 

How to serve:

This salad serves four as a main course for dinner. If so, I make four salads in individual bowls by dividing the ingredients evenly. If serving as a side or taking it to a party, I add everything to a large wooden salad bowl and mix the lettuce with a good toss. Then, I layer all the ingredients except the salad dressing and let people add that to their liking. 

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Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad

Summer Salad Season Crunchy  Chicken - Sweet and Savory Salad

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Easy Green Onion Cheese Ball Recipe

Easy Green Onion Cheese Ball Recipe

Easy Green Onion Cheese Ball Recipe

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

I hope you had a great May. Man, did it fly by so fast? Did it for you as well? I felt like I blinked and it was over. Today, I’m hopping on the blog to share one of my favorite quick and easy recipes, perfect for a quick appetizer. These are ingredients most of us have on hand, which means you can throw them together quickly if you need to take a dish to a party or serve a little something to guests who drop by.

I hope you enjoy it as much as my family and friends do. If you try it, I would love you to leave me a comment and let me know what you think. OX

Easy Green Onion Cheese Ball Recipe

Easy Green Onion Cheese Ball Recipe

Easy Green Onion Cheese Ball Recipe

The perfect quick Appetizer that’s sure to please every time. Even better, you can make it ahead of time, as its taste is even better.

Green Onion Cheese Ball Recipe: 

1 pack of softened Cream Cheese

One cup of shredded cheddar cheese (reserve 1/4 cup to roll a ball in)

1 cup green onions (reserve 1/4 cup to roll ball in)

1/2 teaspoon Garlic Salt 

Crackers of your choice (wheat thins are best), it’s a hard enough cracker to scoop up without breaking.  

To create your Recipe:

In a medium-sized bowl 

Use a mixer and whip up the cream cheese. When softened, add the cheese and mix until smooth. Then, add the green onion and garlic salt. Mix up. 

Form into a ball, roll in the reserved green onion and cheese, place it back in the bowl, and cover. Place in the refrigerator until ready to use. 

I prefer to make this a day in advance for optimal flavor. 

Serve with crackers. 

Great on cucumbers as well. 

*Makes a great baked potato topping too

Easy Green Onion Cheese Ball Recipe

 

Easy Green Onion Cheese Ball Recipe

Easy Green Onion Cheese Ball Recipe
Easy Green Onion Cheese Ball Recipe
Easy Green Onion Cheese Ball Recipe

 

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Midlife Helper: A Daily Water Drink 

Midlife Helper: A Daily Water Drink 

Hello Pretty Ladies, 

I hope you had an amazing April and that your May will be full of blessings and pretty weather. The way these Spring months are flying by, it will be the 4th of July before we know it! Can someone push the slowdown button? My mom always said, “Wait until you get older. The time goes by even faster, so enjoy all the moments.” Boy, was she right!

Today, I wanted to share a quick Midlife Helper: a daily water drink. This drink is perfect for skin, metabolism, health, and cravings. It gives you energy and hydrates. ( Please remember I am not a Doctor, I am just sharing something that works for me.)  OX, D’Arcy

Midlife Helper: A Daily Water Drink 

Midlife Helper: A Daily Water Drink 

1  La Croix I like lime

1 scoop collagen- I like dressing your truth by Carol Tuttle

One scoop electrolytes– I like Empowered Electrolytes by Empowered Aging

1 scoop Chia seeds

1 cup of ice water

One cup of Ice

Stir and enjoy. If it’s too sweet, use a bigger cup and add more water. I’ll sometimes add more water as I drink.

Benefits

–Collagen– healthy Hair, skin, and nail support. I like Carols because it’s NON-GMO and filler-free

–Greens– Get your daily allowance of Greens & helps to detox 

–Mix Hers -is 100% natural, zero calories, hormone-friendly

–Electrolytes– Support healthy Nutrient absorption, energy levels, joint flexibility, and muscle building. Includes 9 Essential Amino acids to support Brain health

–Chia Seeds– 8g fiber, 4g Omega 3 ALA

The daily Scoop fitness greens—by the trusted lab—is a thermogenic and energy-support formula containing 2500 mg of greens, superfoods, reds, and prebiotic fiber. It helps with fat burning, provides immune support, and heightens focus.

All things we need help with in midlife …. If I find mixing it all in one drink helps me to get it all in, and then I can enjoy my 

Detox water drink RECIPE HERE, and my beloved iced tea for the rest of the day.

My daily smoothie: 

Flaxseed, chia seed, collagen, super greens, protein powder, and almond butter,

Coconut milk, Fresh fruit, Spinach,  1/4 teaspoon baking soda View a favorite Recipe HERE

 

 

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Turkey Stew and Dumplings Recipe

Turkey stew and dumplings Recipe

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Today is a simple and short recipe blog post.

I hope you’re having a great week and your Sunday is going well. Today’s ” In the Kitchen with D’Arcy” is an easy recipe for using up leftovers, especially for Holiday leftovers. This recipe also makes substitutions easy. Swap out turkey for any beef or chicken protein you may have, and add vegetables. 

Turkey stew and dumplings Recipe: You’ll love this recipe, and it’s perfect for using up holiday leftovers. It is a yummy recipe that you can quickly adapt to what you have on hand in your fridge.

 

Turkey stew and dumplings 

Have leftover Turkey?

Turkey Stew and Dumplings Recipe

A yummy twist on Chicken pot pie; if you have leftover stuffing, top stew with stuffing. Bake. Or a more manageable option than making dumplings, cover with Pillsbury biscuits or croissants—even a pie crust. I love that you can get creative with this recipe and use what you have from holiday meals. 

Turkey Stew Recipe:

Leftover turkey cut up into cubes (or shredded) I had about two cups left over 

1  16ox chicken/turkey or vegetable broth

2 cups water

2 potatoes chopped /cubed

1 cup carrots

1 cup celery 

One cup onion

1 cup of peas

1 pack of turkey gravy

One bay leave

One chicken bouillon cube

1/2 teaspoon pepper

Salt to taste

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1 tablespoon parsley 

1/2 cup heavy cream

3 tablespoons flour (save for later)

Add all ingredients except flour!

Stovetop: Simmer on low or in the crockpot. When hot, whisk in 3 tablespoons of flour to thicken. 

Topping variations:

Turkey stew & Dumplings.

Cook on stove Top: Add your dumplings to the top once thickened and let simmer until cooked.

I like our dumplings cooked more. I use the method below, as I do for covering them with biscuits or stuffing. You could even use a pie crust for a turkey pot pie.

If using Biscuits or stuffing, once the stew thickens, Turn it off and oil a 9×13 baking dish. Add the Turkey Stew, top with biscuits or leftover stuffing, and bake until the top is golden brown.

Turkey Stew and Dumplings Recipe

 

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Build Your Pizza Bar for a Fun Family Meal

Build Your Pizza Bar for a Fun Family Meal

Build Your Pizza Bar for a Fun Family Meal

 

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Happy Sunday! I genuinely hope you’re having a beautiful one. I am finally back home and trying to get back into my routine and be as normal as possible. As some of you may know, we lost my stepdad ( like a father to me and the only Papa our boys knew) on January 3rd. I’ve been with my mom in Las Vegas since then, and on top of that, we decided it was best to get her packed up and ready to move to Utah to be close to Family and not by herself in Las Vegas by the end of the month. 

That put a lot on my plate, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Talk about a lot at once and so much change for my mom. The loss of her true love, downsizing, retiring from doing hair, and a big move to Utah all in a matter of weeks. My mom is with my sister in California for a few days ( I took her there and spent a few days with the Family). That was a nice little break from all the packing, cleaning, and sorting. 

My Family will head to Las Vegas to meet my Brother, sister, and nephews. Then, we will finish packing up Mom and head back to Utah. Meanwhile, I need to look for a house and storage unit for her. She’ll stay with us until we find something. Please keep us in your prayers. 

Build Your Pizza Bar for a Fun Family Meal

 

Build Your Pizza Bar

On pizza night, we used some leftovers and homemade ingredients.

Use up those leftovers and create a Pizza night your Family will love. They can make their own and get creative to try new things. So, if you plan your meals for the week and have a pasta night a few nights before, it works out great. Because I like to space out Italian food a couple of days apart, this helps to use up those little bits of leftovers you may have had. 

Build Your Pizza Bar for a Fun Family Meal

Build Your Pizza Bar for a Fun Family Meal
Build Your Pizza Bar for a Fun Family Meal
Build Your Pizza Bar for a Fun Family Meal

What you need to build a pizza bar:

Rhodes rolls

Homemade Alfredo sauce recipe here

Homemade marinara or your favorite Jar

Asparagus (leftovers)

Sautés Mushrooms (leftovers)

Fresh Tomatoes

Ham ( leftover Easter) That I had thrown in the freezer

Sausage 

Pepperoni (variety)

Prosciutto

Fresh sliced tomatoes

Mozzarella, Asiago, Romano, Parmesan cheese (leftover from this week’s Fettuccine night)

Chopped Garlic

Fresh Rosemary

Fresh Basil

Spinach

Green onions

Olives

Italian seasonings

Garlic powder

Onion salt

Sea Salt

Balsamic glaze or vinegar

Olive oil

Preheat oven to 425 unless you have a pizza oven. We cook the pizzas for 10 or 12 minutes, depending on the range! It also depends on how crispy you like your pizza. 

Build Your Pizza Bar for a Fun Family Meal

 

Tip using Rhodes Rolls to make the mini Pizzas.

These make individual mini pizzas. Ensure you do enough rolls per person; I did 2-3 per person. (for the rolls, follow the directions on the bag) Then, after they’ve risen all day, each person flattens and pulls theirs out to shape and top with desired toppings. Some family members made little calzone instead of a mini pizza.

Build Your Pizza Bar for a Fun Family Meal

Building the Pizza Bar

Part of Building Your Own Pizza Bar’s fun is getting creative and trying different things on your pizza. My Family loves this interactive meal; it’s fun to hear them chat, joke, and talk their way through creating their pizzas. 

Build Your Pizza Bar for a Fun Family Meal

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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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My Amazon Finds 9 Entertaining items I can’t thr My Amazon Finds 

9 Entertaining items I can’t throw a
party without

That make Entertaining Easy

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⚠️Slide. #10 is a MUST HAVE
And Slide #2 is a savior 

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#homeparties #homeentertaining #midlifestyle
—instant dopamine, every time— NEW SHOES Cecelia —instant dopamine, every time—

NEW SHOES

Cecelia New York New “Rally” linen square block low heel, studded sandal 
& gold flower clutch 

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My greatest joy is being their MOM 🤍🤍🤍 My greates My greatest joy is being their MOM 🤍🤍🤍

My greatest accomplishment is the family we’ve built.🤍

Not only the children I birthed, whom I am so very proud of and thank God every day for,
 but to the home we opened up to others and the family that came from friends and children we’ve been so blessed to have apart of our lives.

Family is something you build not just something you’re given. It truly brings me so much joy to have a full home, to feed others, open our hearts and be a safe space. 

I am grateful everyday for those in our life’s and apart of our “FAMILY” it makes my mama heart happy🤍🤍🤍

Thankful to the two that made me a CoCo @hampton.v_  @kaylee.thompson24 🤍 The love & joy he brings is something nobody could have prepared me for🤍

I know Mother’s Day can be hard for some, with their mamas no longer with them or with having a hard time becoming one on their own🙏🏻🤍 my heart goes out to you! You’ll be in my prayers🙏🏻

🌸Happy Mother’s Day pretty ladies and my your day be full of everything you need it to be🤍🤍🤍

A few of my favorite quotes ⬇️⬇️⬇️

“Motherhood: Because privacy is over-rated”. —Russ Ediger

“Thank God for a praying mother”. —Bobbie Burrow

“Faith is the foundation of a strong, loving family and Mama is the cornerstone”. —Renee Daniels

“Moms just know… How to help. How to heal. How to listen. How to love.”

#mothersdayweekend #boymomclub #fullheartmamas #fullheart #familymemories familybond friendsandfamily happylifestyle
—Mother’s Day Tea— Come with me as I set a Tables —Mother’s Day Tea—

Come with me as I set a Tablescape perfect for tea.
Shades of  pink and yellow 🌸💛
- Vintage pink glass dishes that have been in our family for generations, scrallop details, Touches of gold and silver, layer napkins and rings fit for a queen. Pearl handle silverware and individual tea pots.

~On the Menu~

~ Cucumber Ssndwhiches 
~ Arugula Lemon Salad
~Spinach & Muchroom Quiche 
~ Blueberry Scones -Clotted Cream & Lemon Curd
~ Assorted ShortBread Cookies
~ Lemon & Lavendar Pound Cake

-Drinks-
~ Cucumber & mint water
~ Ice Tea served with lemon & mint
~ Assorted Hot Teas served with Cream & Hobey
~ Finishing with a glass or Prosecco 

🌸 Recipes to come

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What are you doing for Mother’s Day? 
I hope you will be relaxing and treated like the queen you are🌸💛👑

#midlifestyle #tablescapestyling #springtable #mothersdaytea
— Easy Gift Idea— Flowers🌸 your mom really wants… — Easy Gift Idea—

Flowers🌸 your mom really wants…

You can put this gift together in minutes and she’ll enjoy ALL Summer long🪴🪏

You’ll need:
-Clay Pot
- Potting Soil 
-Hydrangea Plant or Her Favorite Flower
-Moss
- Pretty Ribbon

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#diygift #midlifestyle #mothersdayflowers #uniquegiftideas
—Cache Valley Creamery— The FREE Recipe E-Book yo —Cache Valley Creamery—

The FREE Recipe E-Book you’re going to want to download is “The Season of Brunch” from @cachevalleycreamery.

This is the cheese lovers guide to easy recipes perfect for brunch or your next party. 🧀. 

🍽️Hosting a Mother’s Day Brunch? You’ll want to make these Cheesy Hash Brown Waffles you and your family will love.🧇

Download your Free E-Book with the link in my bio⬆️

#cachevalleycreamery #cachevalleycheese #sponsored #springrecipe
—Over 50 Style— Spring Style 17 Outfit Formula’s —Over 50 Style—

Spring Style 17 Outfit Formula’s that work every time ✔️

What I’ve worn lately in Springs schizophrenic weather ☀️🌧️❄️🌩️🌤️

Easy Outfits formals you can use to create everyday - workwear- weekend  outfit inspirations.

⚠️Which look is your favorite or one you want to try 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17?

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If something caught your eye…
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#over50fashion #springoutfitideas #midlifewomen  #outfitinspo
— Salsa Garden—- Gift Idea for Mother’s Day or you — Salsa Garden—-
Gift Idea for Mother’s Day or your Favorite Gardener 🪏🪴🧑‍🌾

Fun way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo🌮🪇 and Taco Tuesday ….

Planting a salsa garden is easy and cane be done on a balcony or in a large yard…
A fun gift idea..

You’ll Need: 
-Clay pot
-Tomatoe & Marigold plant 
-Seeds for salsa - 
Cilantro, onions ,peppers
-Garden Magazine 
-Garden Tools & Gloves
-Ribbon

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#giftideasformom #gardenlover #salsalover #salsagarden
Mother’s Day Gifts🤍 16 Items I own & love that ma Mother’s Day Gifts🤍

16 Items I own & love that make for great gifts🤍🌸🎁

 Several Affordable gift ideas and a couple splurges she’ll love.

~Great Mother’s Day Gift ideas, as well as A few Graduation and Bridal gift Ideas.

-Beauty
Hand Cream/ clean body lotion & Spf/Red light mask/ Tortoiseshell brush & Toothpaste / hair tool/ clean beauty perfume 

-Home
New Cookbook/ ice maker/ Acrylic Make up holder/ Flower Bust Vase/ Candle/ Towel warmer

-Jewlery
Bracelets

-Fashion
Sunglasses 2 pk / blazer I have a discount code / Denim bow Top under $40

🌸Slide 8 is something I wear on repeat and so lux looking

🌸 The last Slide gets me compliments every time I wear

⚠️Most of these items will arrive on time for Mothers Day

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#mothersdaygiftidea  #favoritethings #over50women  #midlifewomen
—Hosting with Mom— Mother’s Day Tea Perfect Eyel —Hosting with Mom—

Mother’s Day Tea

Perfect Eyelet Dresses for Mother’s Day
In White eyelet & Chambray Denim Eyelet…
Mom and I were spoiled by @lovechicos With a few outfits!
Their dresses never disappoint, perfect at any age the fit, the style and quality.
The perfect way to celebrate mom

What’s your Mother’s Day plans?

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#lovechicos #mothersdayspecial #coastalgrandmother #eyeletdress
Planning or headed to a Mother’s Day Brunch? Wra Planning or headed to a Mother’s Day Brunch? 

Wrapped bottle detail by @beaubottlesco makes your gift feel softer, more polished, and full of care.  It Turns Simple
Into Meaningful 🤍

The best Mother’s Day plans are usually the ones with intention. 

Wrapped bottle Looks Beautiful Without Much effort. 
Paired perfectly with a floral arrangement or a small gift.

Also makes a perfect hostess gift for Spring Social season and a great way to dress up your bar cart or next party  table. 

I have a discount code for you⬇️

Link: beaubottles.com/darcy15

Discount code: DARCY15 to save 15% off your purchase

#beaubottleswraps #prosecco🍾 #mothersdaycelebration #diygift
It’s no secret I love to cook and entertain. Chee It’s no secret I love to cook and entertain. 
Cheese is an ingredient I use in several of my recipes, @cachevalleycheese  a local Utah company making cheese from the highest quality dairy is one of our family’s go to cheese brands.

Having a wide selection of delicious cheese flavors and they come in a verity from large blocks, small blocks, pre sliced, and grated depending on your preference and cooking needs. Delivering wholesome goodness in every bite.

I am excited to try a few recipes this Spring and Summer from their 

Free Spring Recipe E-Book 2026

🧀Presented by:
Cache Valley Creamery
showcasing a palette of possibilities for fresh, seasonal dishes that are easy, impressive, and perfect for spring brunches, gatherings, and Mother’s Day.

Use Link below to grab your Free E-Book⬇️
https://mailchi.mp/d2979517b29c/1ozyh4j0s9

Did you know Cache Valley Creamery is a family ran business? 

What’s your favorite cheese?🧀 
@cachevalleycreamery



#CacheValleyCreamery | #AD #CheeseLoversUnite | #SpringRecipes | #SpringEntertaining | EasyRecipes | UtahEats
—-Styling Quince—- The perfect summer dress… Thi —-Styling Quince—-

The perfect summer dress…

This linen strapless maxi dress with pockets by @onequince is perfect for summer.

-Looks great on most body types
-Can be dressed up or worn casual 
-Comes in black or white
- Has pockets 

Styling tips:

Can be worn with this Quince linen blazer, Styled with a Quince leather bag, designer platform slide sandals and jewelry for a Coastal dinner cruise or drinks with friends.

Styled  with a sweater over shoulders and a sandal perfect for lunch with the girls, or day date.

Styled with a denim jacket and a low profile sneaker and a cross body bag, for a great travel outfit or perfect casual weekend look.

I love it travels well and is so comfortable.

Shop my outfit and use code INFG-26DARCYVANDENBERG10 
For 10% off first purchase 

#onequince #linendresses  #over50fashion
Headed on a trip? Pack with ease… 8 pieces by @tr Headed on a trip?

Pack with ease…
8 pieces by @tribalfashionofficial 

I  used to Create 
6 Outfits for a perfect
Summer Capsule

Mix and Match
To Create endless looks
All Summer long

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DARCYT20.

#mytribalfashion #gifted #affiliate
MAIL DAY 📦 Monday Mail days are the worst….. Tru MAIL DAY 📦 Monday

Mail days are the worst…..

Truth is…it’s really stressful shopping and trying out products so you don’t have too 😉

This weeks Happy Mail⬇️

-From Amazon Finds
-New product launch Oneskin
-Spring arrivals from  Gibsonlook 
-A Gadget
-Shoes by Donald Pliner
-Midlife Supplement

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#mailday #hardjob utahinfluencer sarcastichumor
Come shop with me… Anthropologie’s 30% off Spring Come shop with me…

Anthropologie’s 30% off Spring Sale
An extra 50% off sale. 

Welcome to Anthro Santa Barbara🌴🌸

Come see my picks “I’d love for Mother’s Day “ on sale and would make perfect Gift ideas!

From Farm Rio dresses, to beautiful dishes and new Capri blue candle that are always a favorite. 
To Latest release from Pilcro including the new fragrance and MY Spring clothing picks…

Spring shoes you’ll want to add to your wardrobe and the cutest clutch and spring Bag.

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Asian Style Brussel Sprout Skewers 🌱 My Brussel S Asian Style Brussel Sprout Skewers 🌱

My Brussel Sprout Recipe
Non- Brussel Sprout lovers Will LOVE🫶🏻

Sunday’s “In the Kitchen with D’Arcy” Recipe -Asian-Style Brussel Sprout Skewers🌱

Easy to make, a great appetizer, and a perfect side dish for Sunday dinner or BBQ season✔️

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Recipe:
1 bag Brussels sprouts 
1/2 cup Hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon Balsamic glaze 
2 tablespoon Soy sauce 
2 Tablespoons crushed garlic
Sesame oil (for drizzle and pan)

Drizzle Sesame oil for pan & a small drizzle on top of sprouts 

1/4 cup Crushed peanuts (reserve to sprinkle on top) or sesame seeds

Cut ends off sprouts, add to pan with water and bring to boil, let boil about 10 minutes until soften, drain
Let cool. Then place on skewers 
Pre heat oven to 400

Make the sauce

Mix all above ingredients together 
And brush over sprouts, turn and brush all sides.  Sprinkle with crushed peanuts or sesame seeds Place in oven, cook until crispy 

#brusselsprouts #brusselsprout #recipeoftheweek
California girls trip Life is different over 50… California girls trip 

Life is different over 50….

See how it hits differently, but sliding through my 20 moments in California 

Slide 7 is a blessing

Slide 20 is important

Thank you for sharing in the moments🤍
Gina @gee_run 
Suzanne @crazyblondelifeblog 
Cathy @themiddlepageblog 
Janet @janetgunngratefulgardenia 
Lisa @lisabreckenridge 

A little recap:
Time  driving through the dessert…Walks on the beach.. Lunch at Brophy’s in Santa Barbara’s, shopping on state Street. Drive through the Hills 90210
Beverly Hills - event at Madison Masion- Wally’s for a glass & fries before, dinner at Spago, Ventura keys-Photo shoots, brunch at the cutest Coffee house-antiquing- Chilling & catching up at my Girlfriends darling beach house…Coastal drives and ice cream in the harbor…Much needed girls time…priceless🤍🌊☀️🍷🌴☕️🫶🏻

#styleover50 #lifeover50 #californiatrip
Let’s talk about the health benefits of Margaritas Let’s talk about the health benefits of Margaritas 🍋‍🟩🪇

Lime -Vitamin C 
Salt -electrolytes 
Tequila-Stress Relief

Woh loves a good Margarita?

Cheers to the weekend Pretty ladies🍋‍🟩🍹

#margaritatime #healthbenifits #cocktailtime #itsfiveoclocksomehwere
—BANDOLIER — Made for your phone, Designed for you —BANDOLIER —
Made for your phone, Designed for your life.

While on Vacation in California, I took my New Bandolier Ceci pink Floral tote and perfect for travel phone accessories. 

Holds everything you need for work, while compact and chic. Making work to shopping and lunch with a girlfriend  easy and on the go.

The Bandolier Ceci Pink collection  would also make for great Mother’s Day gift’s for the  mom on the go, the working mom and the mom who loves to travel. 

🌸@Bandolierstyle  is so much more than just a phone case (it holds your phone, wallet) with the ease of a chic cross body chain.

🌸Book Tote Bag has space for everything- Sunglasses or readers, phone-inside key hook with room for a organizer and computer or IPad 

#AD
#bandolier #phonecase #mothersday
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