Mitten Moments

Happy Sunday, friends! Easter is just around the corner and spring is showing off around the cottage. My daffodils are coming up and honestly, there’s nothing better than seeing those first little blooms pop up after a long winter. It’s the sweetest reminder that new life and new seasons are always on their way. I’m so glad you’re here today. Let’s get into all the good moments I’ve gathered for you this week!

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My Personal Moments

• March Madness is a fun time of the year and my two favorite teams are playing each other today. Michigan and Tennessee and I’m torn on who I want to win. I picked Michigan to go all the way, but my youngest son bleeds orange and tells me I definitely should be routing for Tennessee!

• We celebrated my middle son’s birthday. I won’t tell you how old he is because it makes me feel old. The good news, though? It was an amazing day celebrating him!

• I’m leaving my murder/mystery love behind and I just pre-ordered a warm, feel-good romance book. Chasing the Clouds Away by Debbie Macomber tells the story of Maisy Gallagher who set aside her own dreams to care for her family after losing her father, while Chase Furst has spent his life emotionally closed off after a difficult childhood. When their paths cross, Maisy shows him unexpected kindness and instead of accepting payment, she challenges him to pay it forward through a true act of selflessness.

Recently on the Blog

If you missed either of my recent posts this past week, I’d love for you to check them out! I shared Simple Tips for Starting a Raised Bed Garden. It’s perfect timing as we head into the growing season. I also shared Grandma Was Right All Along: The Hobbies We’re Finally Coming Back To, a post that I think will make you smile and maybe even pick up something you haven’t done in a while!

Local in the Mitten

If you want to get me out of the house, tell me we’re going out for Mediterranean food. It’s one of my favorites! I’ve been seeing Amo Sami’s Shawarma featured by many people on TikTok, so naturally I had to try it. They have 5 locations in the metro Detroit area. The shawarma sandwich is know for their signature mom’s recipe sauce which is slathered over each one and grilled perfectly crisp. Crunchy and oh, so yummy!

The location Big Al and I went to was actually inside a BP Gas Station. Sound weird? Not really, because many chains are now located inside gas stations. Just like Subway and Dunkin Donuts, right?

Motivation Monday / Wednesday’s Word

A Few of My Favorite Moments

My friend Jennifer from Cottage on Bunker Hill is so creative! Last week, she shared how to Make A Living Pansy Wreath. Beautiful and long lasting!

Looking for a side dish to serve for your Easter celebration? Jen from Midwest Life and Style shared her Easy and Creamy Broccoli Salad with Bacon. It’s simple to make, full of flavor and guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser!

Yvonne at StoneGable shared so many beautiful and practical ideas for How to Decorate with Baskets in every room of your home. From the entryway to the bedroom and everywhere in between!

And Now…

Here are some other WONDERFUL moments I found:

This Easter make-ahead casserole

These 10 houseplants that will thrive in your kitchen

These strawberry sweet rolls

These 11 perennials you can plant in clay soil

Until Next Time!

That’s all the wonderful moments for this week. I hope something spoke to your heart and inspired you.

As we head into Holy Week, I pray you’re able to slow down and truly soak in the meaning of the season. From my cottage to yours, wishing you a peaceful week and a very blessed Easter!

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