Note: What I am about to share with you is deeply personal, a reflection of my military family healing journey that has both broken and built me in ways I could never have anticipated. It’s a story that, until now, I’ve only shared in pieces, always mindful of the delicate balance between vulnerability and strength. …
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This post is sponsored by Mattel. All opinions are my own. Reward your kids who do their chores by letting them pick out their favorite Disney-Pixar cars toys at Walmart and a Cars 3 Play Date! What kid likes to do chores? My kids certainly do not. I definitively do not like chores either. However, …
I am so EXCITED about this Dog Tag Bakery Brownie! It’s been four years in the making for Dog Tag Bakery to reach this level of national success. Founded in 2014 by Fr. Rick Curry, SJ and Ms. Constance Milstein, Dog Tag Inc. was born out of the shared conviction that no veteran, military spouse, …
Sometimes without warning, life can become incredibly busy and chaotic causing stress not only on your day, but on your body as well. Using these 4 Ways to Decompress a Stressful Day will help you unwind, regroup, and regain focus. Photos by the uber-talented Frenchly Photography. My personal life has had it’s share of ups …
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SamsungUnlocked #CollectiveBias Recently, I hosted a Smartphone Photography Workshop for a small event planning firm in the DC area. While getting ready to host this workshop, I realized a few things about my process of taking and editing …
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #EnterTheWonderVault #CollectiveBias Friends, I’m so excited for this post because it’s sponsored by two of my favorite brands, OREO and Kroger! Best Friends Movie Night Hosting a Best Friends Movie Night doesn’t have to be a huge undertaking. …
Once a year, on May 12th, the country recognizes the strength and resiliency of those who stand beside their service members on Military Spouse Appreciation Day. Today, I wanted to share a look back at a few of the military spouses who have made me who I am today. <img=”” class=”wp-image-20729 size-full” src=”https://javacupcake.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/4392_758190004098_3820533_n.jpg” alt=”” …
Since 2009, I’ve been running JavaCupcake completely on my own. I’ve had a few amazing friends and fellow bloggers helping me out from time to time with guests post, but I’ve never hired anyone to help out long-term. Until now! Photographer & Videographer I’m so excited to introduce to you Fanette Rickert of Fanette Rickert Photography! …
Have you ever hosted a child’s birthday party at home? Have you ever wondered how to stop 15 sugar-filled children running around your kitchen and climbing on your gloss dining table and chairs? Instead of hosting your child’s next birthday at home, why not bring the party to their school?! Use this How to Host …
I’m baaaaaaaaaack! Well, sorta. Back in August while in the Dog Tag, Inc. Fellowship Program, I had a 5 week rotation in the kitchen of the Dog Tag Bakery learning from the Executive Pastry Chef Rebecca Clerget and her amazing staff. One afternoon, we had the privilege of learning basic knife skills from “Kitchen” Kyle …