Hello There...

Using this Pinterest Pin Prompt... 


I am...  Dani.
I keep... ticket stubs. 
I wish I could... make decisions easier.
I love...Grey's Anatomy
I dance...in my underwear
I sing... loudly in the car.
I think...too much.
I really...put too much pressure on myself.
I need...a pay raise and a car that won't break down.
I should...go running right now.
I can...lick my elbow.
I like...wearing black t-shirts
I make...really good banana bread.
I always... am wanting to do more for my family and my life.

Big Changes!

There are some BIG CHANGES around these parts, and I am so excited to announce them all! 

First of all, Have you checked out the layout? If you love what you see (like I do with ALL of her work), check out Tunes and Spoons Design HERE. I am not going to lie, I was skeptical to see how it would work being done totally online, but Rachel is so wonderful and easy to work with. Go check out her blog and her work and sign her up for your next blog layout! She's fantastic! 

Do you see our buttons on the side? That makes it possible for you to now button swap with me! If you take a button, send me an e-mail (available on my About page) and I'll go snag yours to share! 

Have you seen our ad space over on Hollie Takes Notes? If not, go check it out HERE and send Hollie some love, let her know the Workman's sent you! 

Next, I will be attempting a blogging schedule. Yes, I did say attempt. I am a realistic person. Here is an outline of what to look for or expect, if I can manage to make it work; 

Make It Monday - reserved for DIY's and crafts!

Wear it Wednesday - What I Wore Wednesdays, Beauty, and jewelry!

Foodie Friday - recipes of all kinds! 

Of course I'll be posting family photos and adventure photos in between it all! (like I could NOT post photos of my family and friends? Please.) 

What do you think of all the changes? Let me know in the comments below! 

How to Add a Logo to Your Nails

These are ridiculously easy to do! After having to wait a few weeks to get a program to use for this project, I finally got it done! (I HATE my camera - I can never seem to get a good photo of my nails!) How to get any logo on your nails - in two steps!

You do the same thing as newspaper nails (or map nails for that matter). You paint your nails the color you'd like, then let dry. Using rubbing alcohol , rub the logo on and press down with a Q-tip for a minute. Peel back slowly, and TA-DA! 

I have the RSL logo on my nails, and love it. Subtle, but great way to support your team! 

DIY - Summer Journals

This last week I made some summer journals. I do these every year and fill them with photos, ticket stubs, and entries about our time together during the summer. It includes lyrics from songs I love, quotes from books I'm reading and every thought that comes with summer. 

How did I make these summer journals? EASY!
And? They cost me $2.25, including tax. 

What you'll need: 

Journal
Mod Podge
Scrapbook paper

If you use one LARGE piece of scrapbook paper, it'll cover the whole book, if not, buy two.

At Michael's you can purchase journals for anywhere from $0.40 to $1.50. Hardcover works best, but they offer paperback as well. Pick two of your favorites from size and cover type. Pick out your scrapbook paper and head on home!

Lay your book out cover side up and using a large paintbrush cover the entire cover with Mod Podge. Press down firmly with your finger and let dry. Using the edges that are left over, fold over and glue into place until the inside of the cover is glued down well. 

Next, take the cover page (the first page in the book, usually left blank) and glue it onto the inside cover, covering up the paper that has been folded and glued over. 

Let dry, admire and start writing!

Cheesy Potato Bites

After an attempt to make healthy, homemade potato chips, my husband asked if I would make it with cheese. If you've been reading my blog, you know I love cheese. A LOT.

I made them and hesitantly tried them, but ended up liking them! To top it all off, they are easy to make, which is a must in my kitchen!

What You'll Need:

1-2 potatoes, washed and sliced thin

shredded cheese - fiesta blend
salt- to taste.

How to do it:
Slice the potatoes thinly and place on a baking sheet (I used aluminum foil underneath it for easy clean up). Sprinkle with salt and place in the oven at 350 for 15-20 minutes (or until the thinnest slices have begun to brown at the edges). Remove from oven, sprinkle with cheese and cook with the oven set to broil until the cheese is melted and bubbling. Remove from oven and let cool. 

I asked my husband to describe the taste of them to me in his own words and I quote; "really damn good cheese fries." There you have it. 

Enjoy! 

Night at the Riot!

"If you believe then just stand up on your feet,
then shout it loud, REAL!
Here at the RioT the battle hymns begun,
we're here for RSL!"

Last night we battled the brave and the cold to watch RSL take on FC Dallas. It was cold, it was windy, and it was dramatic!

After the game I sent a tweet out about it to @ESPN700James, not thinking anything of it - shockingly they read it on the air!

All in all, it was a great night! Way to go RSL- the final score was RSL 3 - FCD 2.

New England Clam Chowder

This is one of my favorite "cold days" meal. My mom got this recipe from her step-dad, who is from the East Coast, so I consider this a pretty legit recipe! The celery makes this recipe taste so fresh and delicious.

What You Need:

3 Cans Clam Chowder

2 Bottles Clam Juice

4 Stalks of Celery

4 Potatoes

1/2 Onion

3 cups water

1 cup Cream

1 cup Milk

1 Stick of Butter

1 cup Corn Starch

Handful of Pepper (or to taste)

1 Chicken Bullion Cube (or to taste)

Step One: Chop your veggies and pour into a large pot with the water. You'll want the celery to be cut into crescents, the onion into small cubes and the potato into larger cubes. Cook on high until veggies are tender.

Step Two: Once the veggies are cooked, add cream, milk, clam juice and clams. Cook on high for a few moments and still well. 

Step Three: Add the bullion cube, pepper, butter and corn starch. Stir and let cook for about five minutes on medium heat.

 Step Four: Taste test! Make sure you have enough pepper or chicken bullion to your liking! 

Serve and enjoy!