Memorial Day Weekend we had the most fun with the Grandkids by glamping in the backyard.  Up Country supplies the tent and other add ons.  They will set it up and take it down.  The tent is rain proof and has mattresses, lanterns, and battery operated fans for each camper. It is very confortable even for us Grandparents.  They will also decorate is to go with your theme. It was a total blast!! We made some really apecial memories for a lot less than a family weekend vacation.  The Grandmites participated in decorating and cooking.  I wanted to share some of these ideas for your July 4th celbration. I did the cooking with a 3 year old so the dishes are not perfect looking but a lot of heart went into them. Please let me know if you have any questions.

1.  Paint Red, White, and Blue Stars on your Yard

We used yard paint from Home Depot or Lowes. We just free handed it. My 6 and 8 year old grandmites did it with ease.  They.will last until you mow the yard twice.

2. Cover your Regular Sized Throw Pillows with Red and Blue Bandanas

Put a bandana on each side of the pillow and tie together with raffia.

3. Make your 7 Layer Mexican Dip look like an American Flag

Make as usual ending with sour cream and stipe with small tomatoes.  Make your stars with black olives. (see photo)

4. Pigs in a Blanket topped with Stars

Simply make the hot dog wrapped with cresent rolls. put a wooden skewers and top with a piec of block cheddar cut like a star.

5. Fruit Flavored Water with is layered Red, White, and Blue.

Put blue berries in th4e bottom of the container and top with ice.  Then add water. Top with sliced strawberries.

6. Striped Sugar Cookie Cake

Use the pre-made sugar cookie dough and press it onto a pizza pan and bake.  Let it cool and stripe it red, white, and blue.  Use rasberries or strawberries for the red, blue berries for the blue and icing or whipcream for the white.

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To make things easy I have linked my Amazon Finds for February.  All you have to do is click the links below to shop them. If you have any questions about the items feel free to email me.  I am wearing larges in most items except the sweatshirt and sweaters are extra larges. I am a normal size 10 or large.

I am 53 and I have always believed skincare is very important.  I have been on this routine with Face and Body for about 4 months now and I  have seen really good results.  I have really dry skin so the Hydra Facial is my absolute favorite.  Every other month would be ideal but I don’t always have a chance to go.  It is definately something you can do with no down time on your lunch break. Right now I am in the process of 3 Micro-needling treatments to tighted the skin and get rid of fine lines.  I have had the first treatment and I am already seeing great results.  Botox is something I have been getting since the age of 34 and I truly believe it has kept my skin from aging.  I started getting filler in my lips and smile lines 3 years ago.  It is like a liquid face lift.  They apply numbing cream and it really isn’t painful.  If you have question about any of this feel free to ask me.  I will link the skincare products below.

Obagi Foaming Gel $43

SkinCeutical C E Ferulic $163

Obagi Tretinoin Cream .05 $91

Skin Medica TNS Eye Repair $102

The Face and Body Spa Restorative Treatment $85

To make things easy I have linked my Amazon Finds for February.  All you have to do is click the links below to shop them. If you have any questions about the items feel free to email me.  I am wearing larges in all the sweaters and tops. The jeans are also a large. I am a normal size 10 in both.

Finding resort wear this time of year can be a struggle. Yet there are so many fun places to go this time of year.  I am sharing those some great pieces at the end of this post but first I wanted to share this incredible trip with you. This was not a collaboration but it was just to much fun not to share it with you.  We were invited by a friend to go to the Grand Caymans and experience the Cayman Cookout. We shared one of the Ritz Carlton Exclusive Villas with two other couples and had the best time. These villas are amazing you can view them here. The Ritz Carlton property is perfect in every way. You can check it out here. The Caymand Cookout events are definaly a bucket list experience. We attended the Barefoot BBQ and the  Beach Bash. You can check out all of the events here.  These events have lots of celebertiy chefs who all cook special dishes to sample. Lots of wine and liquor companys provide the spirits for the event.  The eating and drinking is off the charts.  I do have to mention one of our friends that went with us is a chef too. Tim Cheehan owns Cuvee 30A in Destin Florida. You can check out the menu here.  I also have to say the best food we ate he cooked at the villa. (Just ask Big Daddy)  I learned so many things just watching him cook.  You can purchase his cookbooks here.  My copies are on the way. I am also sharing some photos of the trip below.

What I wore on the trip

I had the help of stylist Rachel Williams to help me put together a few looks for the trip.  It was a time saver. I strongly suggest you check her out here.  I will also link all of my items and some other ideas for those of you planning a trip.

Linked below are items I purchasee or things I love.  To purchase, simply click on the picture of the item you wish to buy. When you use my links, I get a small commission, so I really appreciate you doing so. Please let me know if you have any questions about sizing; I will be happy to help you!