Dollar Tree Bonanza - Part 1

 I wasn't planning a Dollar Tree  post but I found so many good things, I just had to share!

They had a big selection of fun flip flops.

I was impressed with the quality and designs of these dishes.

There were some festive bbq accessories and the grill accessories were already selling out.

My favorite  solar stake lights were pretty picked over too.

I never noticed the magazines  before. I got the Plant Based one and it  has some  good recipes.

I like their 'fancier' card lines and I bought a graduation card here.

The garden section was better than I've ever seen it. I got kneeling pad and a new hose sprayer.  They also had some larger sized pots.  They can be spray painted if the colors don't work.

I picked up these seeds to sprinkle around my gardens.  The box was filled to the top.

I thought  these patriotic gnome stakes were adorable but restrained myself.

They had some great canvas bags. I had to get this one!  I have a DIY in mind for it but they'd made great favors for a party too.

I also got a hummingbird feeder and some nectar mix. I saw a hummingbird on it yesterday!

They had tons of craft supplies.

I thought the ceramic candles had some nice designs. There were DIY candle kits too.

I always check out the automotive section for household  items.

This section would come in handy if you're having a yard sale this year.

I also picked up two of the clear vases for an upcoming DIY.  I'll be back soon with Part 2!

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First Shoot in my Home Studio

 My mother in law agreed to be my first "victim" in my home photo studio.

She put up with me not always knowing what I was doing with the strobes and backdrops.

She breezed through it like a pro.

Isn't she lovely?

Now who wants to be my next victim?

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{Field Trip} John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge

We didn't have plans on Easter and decided to visit another spot on our list.

The John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge was another place that we'd always wanted to check out.   

I had no idea what to expect but it was a fantastic place to walk around and enjoy the wildlife.

It was such a peaceful oasis from the city.

The swans were loving it too.

There are different paths you can take around the refuge.  From this point you can see the Philadelphia Airport.

Stopping for a selfie along the way.

We did see a bald eagle but this is not one(we weren't close enough for a  good photo).  

Sunbathing turtles.

There were lots of places to get closer  to the wildlife and observe them. We saw a few photographers with huge cameras.  They probably got some eagle shots!

Another observation spot.  We ended up walking over 4 miles and were ready for some lunch after that.

We drove into Philly and had lunch here.  It was such a cool place and had lots of outdoor dining areas.

We walked around the neighborhood after lunch and saw lots of places we'd like to try next time.  It was a perfect day trip!

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More Trader Joe's - Mostly Staples Edition

Another trip (or two) to Trader Joe's and another haul for you.

I thought I'd try my luck with this kit but it's been a bust so far.  

I got these massive artichokes for my Vegan Italian Stuffed Artichokes.

I love these mini plum tomatoes! They are sweeter than grape tomatoes.

I like keeping a bag of mixed veggies in the freezer for recipes like pot pie, shepherd's pie and soups.

Mr. Click  loves these chips (I do too!).

This is a nice clean, organic soy milk with just soy beans and water.

These fries are another staple we usually pick up at TJ's.

I picked up these flowering branches but they're not doing as well as the bunch I got last year.  I'm not having much luck with their flowers!

I think this is the first time I picked up their asparagus. We like to roast it.

Finally, some salad staples. I love the Organic Shredded Green and Red Cabbage. It adds a lot of crunch to salads and tacos! The carrots and cucumbers are great too!

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