Local Sacramento community this is a FREE Community Memorial Day Event, Monday, May 25, 2026.

When Sacramento County’s WWI veterans came home, their neighbors built them a building. Not a plaque. Not a statue. A 3,500-seat auditorium meant to be used.

That’s why Memorial Day at Sacramento Memorial Auditorium is different from most. The building isn’t a backdrop — it’s the memorial.

Join us Monday, May 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon for a community gathering at 1515 J Street. Veterans, families, and neighbors — all welcome. Free and open to the public.

What to expect: a brief ceremony, light refreshments will be served, live music, and time to gather with the people who care about this place.

Date & Time

Monday, May 25, 2026 · 10 a.m. – noon

Location

Sacramento Memorial Auditorium
1515 J Street, Sacramento, CA

Admission

Free and open to the public

The auditorium has stood for nearly a century. The only way a memorial stays alive is if people keep showing up to it.

We hope you’ll be there.

— The Team at Sacramento Memorial Auditorium

• Monday, May 18, 2026
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Sacramento Community Memorial Day Event

Local Sacramento community this is a FREE Community Memorial Day Event, Monday, May 25, 2026.

When Sacramento County’s WWI veterans came home, their neighbors built them a building. Not a plaque. Not a statue. A 3,500-seat auditorium meant to be used.

That’s why Memorial Day at Sacramento Memorial Auditorium is different from most. The building isn’t a backdrop — it’s the memorial.

Join us Monday, May 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon for a community gathering at 1515 J Street. Veterans, families, and neighbors — all welcome. Free and open to the public.

What to expect: a brief ceremony, light refreshments will be served, live music, and time to gather with the people who care about this place.

Date & Time

Monday, May 25, 2026 · 10 a.m. – noon

Location

Sacramento Memorial Auditorium
1515 J Street, Sacramento, CA

Admission

Free and open to the public

The auditorium has stood for nearly a century. The only way a memorial stays alive is if people keep showing up to it.

We hope you’ll be there.

— The Team at Sacramento Memorial Auditorium

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Disclosure: #Sponsored This post is a sponsored post in collaboration with Meta. While I attend sponsored events to share my experiences on my blog, all reviews and opinions expressed here are my own. #MetaPartner #InstagramScreenSmart

I was invited to attend the Meta Screen Smart Event here in Sacramento, and I learned so much. If you are a parent, have teens, or soon-to-be teens, you know that navigating social media and tech can be scary, challenging, and uncharted territory for many.

Thank you, Instagram Meta, for inviting me to your Screen Smart Event. I have four sons, three of them are teenagers. As a parent I know we all have concerns about who our teens are talking to online, the content they’re seeing, and whether their screen time is balanced.

I’m grateful Meta is making it easier for parents to manage and supervise their teens’ (ages 13+) experiences across Instagram, Meta Horizon, Facebook, and Messenger by consolidating the parental tools in Family Center. You can learn more about resources for you and your teen by visiting Meta’s Family Center at meta.me/screensmart.

Our sons are ages 18, 16, 14, and 10, in parenting I've learned that they are all different and unique; one may need more guidance and boundaries than another. Family conversations about the pros and cons of social media needs to be an ongoing conversation. As parents, we must be willing to adjust to each season that our child is in.

At the Screen Smart event, they had a panel of speakers, Kira Wong O'Connor, who discussed Youth Safety Policies. Dr. Cara Natterson, Pediatrician, Best Selling Author, and Co-Host of the This is So Awkward podcast, and Kristin Hendrix the Vice President of Strategic Partnerships for Trust and Safety, discussed Raising Screen Smart teens, and navigating today's digital world.

I loved and so appreciated Dr. Cara Natterson sharing about parenting. She shared that kids actually feel loved and safer with limits and guidance; they see it as an expression of love and care. I also loved her recommendation to have open dialogue and encouraged us to ask open-ended questions to our kids, leading with curiosity and no judgment. She also encouraged us as parents to be the example and model the behavior we want our teens to have. I know I need to be better at setting my found down and having time limits even with social media being my job, my kids need to see me setting limits and boundaries too.

I'm sure you know and have seen countless stories of the impact of one's digital footprint. It is important to have that conversation with our kids; there is a long-term impact on what we post, share, comment, and even like on social media.

I also loved the reminder that social media should enhance what we experience and see, not be the only thing we experience and see. It is important in this tech and social media world we live in to remind our teens that there is life off-line. This event was very informative and helpful, and as parents, I think it's important that we share with one another what has worked for us and what hasn't, with no judgment. Know each family is different, each child is different, what one requires another might not, but we can all learn from each other. I love learning tips from parents who have already raised their teens, and parents in the thick of it. We can all help each other.

Instagram knows parents want to feel confident that their teens can use social media to connect with their friends and explore their interests, without having to worry about unsafe or inappropriate experiences. To address parents’ concerns, Instagram introduced Teen Accounts in 2024, a protected experience for teens, ages 13+. Teens on Instagram are automatically placed in Teen Accounts, which have built-in limits on who can contact them and the content they see, and more ways to connect and explore their interests. I love that this takes place automatically and parents don't have to do anything.

Teen Account protections are designed to address parents’ biggest concerns, including who their teens are talking to online, the content they’re seeing, and whether their time is being well spent. These protections are turned on automatically, and parent permission is required if teens under 16 can change any of these settings to be less strict. 

Last fall, Instagram announced that it’s revamping the Teen Account experience so that it now shows content that’s appropriate for ages 13+, inspired by movie rating criteria and parent feedback. This means that Instagram’s goal is for teens to see content on Instagram that’s similar to what they’d see in an age-appropriate movie by default. For parents who want even more control, Instagram offers an additional, even more stricter setting called Limited Content. If teens want to change their default setting to see 18+ content, they can work with a parent or guardian to do so. This is the most significant update to Teen Accounts yet, designed to ensure teens can have age-appropriate experiences while exploring their interests online. 

Starting Tuesday, May 12, Meta is making it easier for parents to manage and supervise their teens’ experiences across Instagram, Meta Horizon, Facebook, and Messenger by consolidating the parental tools in Family Center. They are also giving parents new insights to better understand their teens’ algorithm on Instagram and the topics that shape it.

They are also giving parents in supervision new insights to better understand their teen’s algorithm on Instagram and the topics that shape it.  

Parents will have broader visibility into those general interest categories their teen selected so they can stay informed and have meaningful conversations with their teen about the content they’re seeing.  

I highly recommend you visit the Meta Family Center they have so many tools and resources. Learn more about resources for you & your teen by visiting Meta’s Family Center. 

• Tuesday, May 12, 2026
• family
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Meta Screen Smart

Disclosure: #Sponsored This post is a sponsored post in collaboration with Meta. While I attend sponsored events to share my experiences on my blog, all reviews and opinions expressed here are my own. #MetaPartner #InstagramScreenSmart

I was invited to attend the Meta Screen Smart Event here in Sacramento, and I learned so much. If you are a parent, have teens, or soon-to-be teens, you know that navigating social media and tech can be scary, challenging, and uncharted territory for many.

Thank you, Instagram Meta, for inviting me to your Screen Smart Event. I have four sons, three of them are teenagers. As a parent I know we all have concerns about who our teens are talking to online, the content they’re seeing, and whether their screen time is balanced.

I’m grateful Meta is making it easier for parents to manage and supervise their teens’ (ages 13+) experiences across Instagram, Meta Horizon, Facebook, and Messenger by consolidating the parental tools in Family Center. You can learn more about resources for you and your teen by visiting Meta’s Family Center at meta.me/screensmart.

Our sons are ages 18, 16, 14, and 10, in parenting I've learned that they are all different and unique; one may need more guidance and boundaries than another. Family conversations about the pros and cons of social media needs to be an ongoing conversation. As parents, we must be willing to adjust to each season that our child is in.

At the Screen Smart event, they had a panel of speakers, Kira Wong O'Connor, who discussed Youth Safety Policies. Dr. Cara Natterson, Pediatrician, Best Selling Author, and Co-Host of the This is So Awkward podcast, and Kristin Hendrix the Vice President of Strategic Partnerships for Trust and Safety, discussed Raising Screen Smart teens, and navigating today's digital world.

I loved and so appreciated Dr. Cara Natterson sharing about parenting. She shared that kids actually feel loved and safer with limits and guidance; they see it as an expression of love and care. I also loved her recommendation to have open dialogue and encouraged us to ask open-ended questions to our kids, leading with curiosity and no judgment. She also encouraged us as parents to be the example and model the behavior we want our teens to have. I know I need to be better at setting my found down and having time limits even with social media being my job, my kids need to see me setting limits and boundaries too.

I'm sure you know and have seen countless stories of the impact of one's digital footprint. It is important to have that conversation with our kids; there is a long-term impact on what we post, share, comment, and even like on social media.

I also loved the reminder that social media should enhance what we experience and see, not be the only thing we experience and see. It is important in this tech and social media world we live in to remind our teens that there is life off-line. This event was very informative and helpful, and as parents, I think it's important that we share with one another what has worked for us and what hasn't, with no judgment. Know each family is different, each child is different, what one requires another might not, but we can all learn from each other. I love learning tips from parents who have already raised their teens, and parents in the thick of it. We can all help each other.

Instagram knows parents want to feel confident that their teens can use social media to connect with their friends and explore their interests, without having to worry about unsafe or inappropriate experiences. To address parents’ concerns, Instagram introduced Teen Accounts in 2024, a protected experience for teens, ages 13+. Teens on Instagram are automatically placed in Teen Accounts, which have built-in limits on who can contact them and the content they see, and more ways to connect and explore their interests. I love that this takes place automatically and parents don't have to do anything.

Teen Account protections are designed to address parents’ biggest concerns, including who their teens are talking to online, the content they’re seeing, and whether their time is being well spent. These protections are turned on automatically, and parent permission is required if teens under 16 can change any of these settings to be less strict. 

Last fall, Instagram announced that it’s revamping the Teen Account experience so that it now shows content that’s appropriate for ages 13+, inspired by movie rating criteria and parent feedback. This means that Instagram’s goal is for teens to see content on Instagram that’s similar to what they’d see in an age-appropriate movie by default. For parents who want even more control, Instagram offers an additional, even more stricter setting called Limited Content. If teens want to change their default setting to see 18+ content, they can work with a parent or guardian to do so. This is the most significant update to Teen Accounts yet, designed to ensure teens can have age-appropriate experiences while exploring their interests online. 

Starting Tuesday, May 12, Meta is making it easier for parents to manage and supervise their teens’ experiences across Instagram, Meta Horizon, Facebook, and Messenger by consolidating the parental tools in Family Center. They are also giving parents new insights to better understand their teens’ algorithm on Instagram and the topics that shape it.

They are also giving parents in supervision new insights to better understand their teen’s algorithm on Instagram and the topics that shape it.  

Parents will have broader visibility into those general interest categories their teen selected so they can stay informed and have meaningful conversations with their teen about the content they’re seeing.  

I highly recommend you visit the Meta Family Center they have so many tools and resources. Learn more about resources for you & your teen by visiting Meta’s Family Center. 

Read more »

Disclosure: I am part of the California State Fair media program, in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, I am provided with complimentary tickets.  Even though I receive these benefits, I always give an opinion that is 100% mine.

The California State Fair opens THIS Friday, July 11, 2025, the Fair will be open through Sunday, July, 27, 2025! We love enjoying the California State Fair. I have to say the food and exhibits are our favorites. I love sharing ways you can save and enjoy the Fair with your family. Here are some dates and special events you should know about.

Family Discount Days will be on Mondays, July 14th and July 21st. Make Mondays with Family Discount Day! Each Monday during the Fair, from 4 PM to 6 PM, admission is just $2 per person, making it easier than ever to bring the whole family out for an evening of fun.

On Tuesdays, July 15th and July 22nd, kids 12 and under are free. 

You can also save at the Fair by going on SMUD Giving Fridays, July 11, 18, and 25th. Get into the California State Fair for FREE with SMUD Giving Friday! From 10 AM to 2 PM, bring five or more non-expired, non-perishable food items per person to support Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services. In return, you’ll receive a same-day admission ticket, courtesy of SMUD—just be sure to use it by 3 PM.

For kids in grades TK through 8th grade you can participate the the read to ride program. For every two books you read, receive two (2) rides and one (1) monorail ticket for FREE at the California State Fair! A $15.00 value.Students must read two books, write a summary, then bring the completed form to the California State Fair Guest Services office (located inside the Main Gate) to receive two free rides and one monorail ticket. Read to Ride redemption valid any day of the Fair. Only one report form per child per day will be accepted. For more information and to download the report form click here. 

If you or someone you know loves Monster Trucks, you want to visit on Sunday, July 13th. There is an additional ticket fee of $14 for this event and two showtimes 3 PM and 7 PM. Feel the roar and thrill at the Monster Truck Show! Watch giant trucks crush cars, fly through the air, and battle it out in jaw-dropping stunts. Fun for all ages - don’t miss the action, get your tickets now! Click here to purchase Monster Truck Tickets!

A family favorite for us is Viva La Mariachi Day, which will be Sunday, July 20th. The California State Fair seeks to continue that legacy by highlighting the contributions of groups and individuals who have helped shape the heritage of California. Celebrate the rich tradition of mariachi music that has helped weave the social and cultural tapestry of California. Come experience the music, culture, and vibrant spirit at Viva El Mariachi.

If you want to catch some of your favorite artists at the California State Fair, you can find all the details on the Concert series here. The Toyota Concert series is free with State Fair Admission, you can line up at the back of the stage venue starting at 5 PM, those are first served seats in the general admission area. Free seats are limited to the first 700 guests. There are paid seats available starting at $40. Don't wait to get your tickets, Ludacris is already sold out. 

Things to know before you visit the California State Fair. They have a clear bag policy and no bags larger than 12"x12"x2". Coolers are allowed but must be attached to a wagon. You can bring in outside food, coolers are subject to search just like bags. You can bring in sealed plastic water bottles but no glass, aluminum or hydro flasks, no metal water bottles. There is also an unaccompanied minors policy. All minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult 21 and older. 

There will be fireworks on Fridays and Saturdays at 10 PM.

Advanced Tickets online are $16 for adults, $10 for kids ages 5-12, and advanced senior tickets 62 years and older are $12.These prices include all fees and taxes. 

Parking for one day is $17, and for a three-day parking pass it is $33. Please note that the parking lot closes at 7 PM, no entrance will be allowed after 7 PM.

For more information about various tickets and ticket packages, click here. 

Here are some tips to help you enjoy your visit.

Freeze Water Bottles, make sure they are sealed. 

Take a handheld fan, one of those mist ones is the best. 

Get there early, spend a few hours, and then head home for a break and return in the evening hours when it is cooler. 

A great place to cool off is at the Bonney Cooling Stations, they have shade, chairs, and large fans to help cool you off. There are four stations at the main entrance next to the old Raging Waters. Behind Building 6 near Heart Health Park. In the Spa Area in front of Building A and West of the Rodeo Arena.

When you need a place to cool off, head to the exhibit buildings. My kids could spend a long time in there exploring and enjoying the hands-on activities.

As always, I share a lot more in video form, check out our TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube. I truly appreciate every one of you who reads my blog posts, and thank you for every like, comment, and share. 

• Wednesday, July 09, 2025
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CA State Fair Opens Friday, July 11, 2025

Disclosure: I am part of the California State Fair media program, in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, I am provided with complimentary tickets.  Even though I receive these benefits, I always give an opinion that is 100% mine.

The California State Fair opens THIS Friday, July 11, 2025, the Fair will be open through Sunday, July, 27, 2025! We love enjoying the California State Fair. I have to say the food and exhibits are our favorites. I love sharing ways you can save and enjoy the Fair with your family. Here are some dates and special events you should know about.

Family Discount Days will be on Mondays, July 14th and July 21st. Make Mondays with Family Discount Day! Each Monday during the Fair, from 4 PM to 6 PM, admission is just $2 per person, making it easier than ever to bring the whole family out for an evening of fun.

On Tuesdays, July 15th and July 22nd, kids 12 and under are free. 

You can also save at the Fair by going on SMUD Giving Fridays, July 11, 18, and 25th. Get into the California State Fair for FREE with SMUD Giving Friday! From 10 AM to 2 PM, bring five or more non-expired, non-perishable food items per person to support Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services. In return, you’ll receive a same-day admission ticket, courtesy of SMUD—just be sure to use it by 3 PM.

For kids in grades TK through 8th grade you can participate the the read to ride program. For every two books you read, receive two (2) rides and one (1) monorail ticket for FREE at the California State Fair! A $15.00 value.Students must read two books, write a summary, then bring the completed form to the California State Fair Guest Services office (located inside the Main Gate) to receive two free rides and one monorail ticket. Read to Ride redemption valid any day of the Fair. Only one report form per child per day will be accepted. For more information and to download the report form click here. 

If you or someone you know loves Monster Trucks, you want to visit on Sunday, July 13th. There is an additional ticket fee of $14 for this event and two showtimes 3 PM and 7 PM. Feel the roar and thrill at the Monster Truck Show! Watch giant trucks crush cars, fly through the air, and battle it out in jaw-dropping stunts. Fun for all ages - don’t miss the action, get your tickets now! Click here to purchase Monster Truck Tickets!

A family favorite for us is Viva La Mariachi Day, which will be Sunday, July 20th. The California State Fair seeks to continue that legacy by highlighting the contributions of groups and individuals who have helped shape the heritage of California. Celebrate the rich tradition of mariachi music that has helped weave the social and cultural tapestry of California. Come experience the music, culture, and vibrant spirit at Viva El Mariachi.

If you want to catch some of your favorite artists at the California State Fair, you can find all the details on the Concert series here. The Toyota Concert series is free with State Fair Admission, you can line up at the back of the stage venue starting at 5 PM, those are first served seats in the general admission area. Free seats are limited to the first 700 guests. There are paid seats available starting at $40. Don't wait to get your tickets, Ludacris is already sold out. 

Things to know before you visit the California State Fair. They have a clear bag policy and no bags larger than 12"x12"x2". Coolers are allowed but must be attached to a wagon. You can bring in outside food, coolers are subject to search just like bags. You can bring in sealed plastic water bottles but no glass, aluminum or hydro flasks, no metal water bottles. There is also an unaccompanied minors policy. All minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult 21 and older. 

There will be fireworks on Fridays and Saturdays at 10 PM.

Advanced Tickets online are $16 for adults, $10 for kids ages 5-12, and advanced senior tickets 62 years and older are $12.These prices include all fees and taxes. 

Parking for one day is $17, and for a three-day parking pass it is $33. Please note that the parking lot closes at 7 PM, no entrance will be allowed after 7 PM.

For more information about various tickets and ticket packages, click here. 

Here are some tips to help you enjoy your visit.

Freeze Water Bottles, make sure they are sealed. 

Take a handheld fan, one of those mist ones is the best. 

Get there early, spend a few hours, and then head home for a break and return in the evening hours when it is cooler. 

A great place to cool off is at the Bonney Cooling Stations, they have shade, chairs, and large fans to help cool you off. There are four stations at the main entrance next to the old Raging Waters. Behind Building 6 near Heart Health Park. In the Spa Area in front of Building A and West of the Rodeo Arena.

When you need a place to cool off, head to the exhibit buildings. My kids could spend a long time in there exploring and enjoying the hands-on activities.

As always, I share a lot more in video form, check out our TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube. I truly appreciate every one of you who reads my blog posts, and thank you for every like, comment, and share. 

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Disclosure: I have partnered with 21Rhinos to share my honest opinion of their ties. Even though I receive these benefits, I always give an opinion that is 100% mine. Since partnering with 21 Rhinos, I loved them so much I have purchased these ties as gifts.

Are you looking for personalized gift idea for the men in your life? You need to check out 21Rhinos Personalized Ties. I have ordered these ties for my husband, dad, father-in-law and I just ordered some for my brother-in-laws for Christmas. 

These ties are easy to order, you first select your tie. They have a ton of colors and designs to choose from. You then upload your photo and they ship quickly! These ties would make a great Christmas gift for any of the guys in your life. While I have ordered these ties with photos of our kids, you can also order with your favorite quote or other meaningful images. 

Right now you can save using code JESS10 at checkout and I have a giveaway going live very soon on my Instagram, so be sure to go over and check it out.

I have seen other photo ties at our local stores, and they do not compare to the styles of 21Rhinos, these are ties your guy will be happy to wear to the office, church, or anywhere. 

Be sure to order soon, so they arrive in time, but if you are like me and run late, they do have priority shipping available for an extra fee!

I often hear how hard it is to shop for the fellas, I think this is a unique, and meaningful gift idea they will really love!

Here is an older blog post, I shared about gift ideas for guys although it is Father's Day related you may find some other ideas to go with your personalized tie. 

Remember go follow BlogAboutItAll over on Instagram so you can enter the giveaway for 21Rhinos!

• Thursday, November 21, 2024
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Personalized Christmas Gift Idea for Him

Disclosure: I have partnered with 21Rhinos to share my honest opinion of their ties. Even though I receive these benefits, I always give an opinion that is 100% mine. Since partnering with 21 Rhinos, I loved them so much I have purchased these ties as gifts.

Are you looking for personalized gift idea for the men in your life? You need to check out 21Rhinos Personalized Ties. I have ordered these ties for my husband, dad, father-in-law and I just ordered some for my brother-in-laws for Christmas. 

These ties are easy to order, you first select your tie. They have a ton of colors and designs to choose from. You then upload your photo and they ship quickly! These ties would make a great Christmas gift for any of the guys in your life. While I have ordered these ties with photos of our kids, you can also order with your favorite quote or other meaningful images. 

Right now you can save using code JESS10 at checkout and I have a giveaway going live very soon on my Instagram, so be sure to go over and check it out.

I have seen other photo ties at our local stores, and they do not compare to the styles of 21Rhinos, these are ties your guy will be happy to wear to the office, church, or anywhere. 

Be sure to order soon, so they arrive in time, but if you are like me and run late, they do have priority shipping available for an extra fee!

I often hear how hard it is to shop for the fellas, I think this is a unique, and meaningful gift idea they will really love!

Here is an older blog post, I shared about gift ideas for guys although it is Father's Day related you may find some other ideas to go with your personalized tie. 

Remember go follow BlogAboutItAll over on Instagram so you can enter the giveaway for 21Rhinos!

Read more »

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. When you shop my links we earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Even though I receive these benefits, I always give an opinion that is 100% mine. Since partnering with King of Christmas I have now purchased multiple things from them, that is how much I love them. 

If you are shopping for an artificial Christmas Tree, check out King of Christmas, I have three different Christmas Trees from them and I absolutely love them. Yes, I have partnered with them and received some of their products in exchange for sharing my opinion, but after having the first tree they sent me. I immediately went and purchased one of their other trees, because I was so impressed with their trees. Since then I have also purchased with my own money garland and lighted branches from them.

For quite a few years in a row now King of Christmas has been voted "Best Artificial Christmas Tree" by Forbes, Vogue, Better Homes & Gardens, New York Times Wirecutter, and more!

I have two King of Christmas trees that are flocked and the quality of the flocking is amazing. I had a flocked tree from Walmart before King of Christmas and the Walmart flocked tree, made a constant mess, not just when getting it out of the box and fluffing it, but literally throughout the entire time it is up, it sheds flocking. My flocked King of Christmas Trees shed a little when getting them out of the box and setting them up but it is so minimal. 

This year I received the 8' King Noble Flock Tree, it is in my bedroom and I absolutely love it. The flocking and real-life style of the King Noble Tree makes my room feel like a winter wonderland. Photos and videos, do not do this tree justice. This tree literally brings joy to my heart as soon as I walk into my bedroom. It is stunning!

King of Christmas trees are so easy to put together, there are no light wires to connect between the pieces and I love that. They require very little fluffing, even the one I have had for five years, it still looks great!

I will say Christmas Trees are an investment. This is why I try to add to my Christmas collection little by little over the years. I save and plan to purchase at least one quality Christmas item each year. When you take into consideration how long you will have your artificial tree, it is totally worth it. I will also recommend shopping when they have sales and special offers. They usually run amazing deals for Black Friday and after the Christmas season, and right now I believe you can use code 100OFF to save on select trees. 

Before I had a King of Christmas Tree, I had a department store tree for 15 years, by year 10 the lights went out. We still used it and just strung lights on it. So I say all that to say when you take into mind that yes you are spending between $300-$500 on a tree but over let's just use 15 years, that is only $33 a year, at the $500 price. When you breakdown, the cost to have something you will love for many years to come, it is totally worth it. 

These are the King of Christmas Products that I personally have and love.

Royal Fir Collection 4 Piece Set

7 ft King Noble Fir

7 ft Prince Flock

Flocked LED Branches

8 ft King Noble Flock

As always I appreciate your support of shopping my links and even clicking on them, your support enables me to continue blogging and sharing across my social media pages. I welcome your love and support on my TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Thank you again I sincerely appreciate you all, and I hope you have a very Merry Christmas. 

• Thursday, November 21, 2024
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My Favorite Artificial Christmas Tree King of Christmas

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. When you shop my links we earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Even though I receive these benefits, I always give an opinion that is 100% mine. Since partnering with King of Christmas I have now purchased multiple things from them, that is how much I love them. 

If you are shopping for an artificial Christmas Tree, check out King of Christmas, I have three different Christmas Trees from them and I absolutely love them. Yes, I have partnered with them and received some of their products in exchange for sharing my opinion, but after having the first tree they sent me. I immediately went and purchased one of their other trees, because I was so impressed with their trees. Since then I have also purchased with my own money garland and lighted branches from them.

For quite a few years in a row now King of Christmas has been voted "Best Artificial Christmas Tree" by Forbes, Vogue, Better Homes & Gardens, New York Times Wirecutter, and more!

I have two King of Christmas trees that are flocked and the quality of the flocking is amazing. I had a flocked tree from Walmart before King of Christmas and the Walmart flocked tree, made a constant mess, not just when getting it out of the box and fluffing it, but literally throughout the entire time it is up, it sheds flocking. My flocked King of Christmas Trees shed a little when getting them out of the box and setting them up but it is so minimal. 

This year I received the 8' King Noble Flock Tree, it is in my bedroom and I absolutely love it. The flocking and real-life style of the King Noble Tree makes my room feel like a winter wonderland. Photos and videos, do not do this tree justice. This tree literally brings joy to my heart as soon as I walk into my bedroom. It is stunning!

King of Christmas trees are so easy to put together, there are no light wires to connect between the pieces and I love that. They require very little fluffing, even the one I have had for five years, it still looks great!

I will say Christmas Trees are an investment. This is why I try to add to my Christmas collection little by little over the years. I save and plan to purchase at least one quality Christmas item each year. When you take into consideration how long you will have your artificial tree, it is totally worth it. I will also recommend shopping when they have sales and special offers. They usually run amazing deals for Black Friday and after the Christmas season, and right now I believe you can use code 100OFF to save on select trees. 

Before I had a King of Christmas Tree, I had a department store tree for 15 years, by year 10 the lights went out. We still used it and just strung lights on it. So I say all that to say when you take into mind that yes you are spending between $300-$500 on a tree but over let's just use 15 years, that is only $33 a year, at the $500 price. When you breakdown, the cost to have something you will love for many years to come, it is totally worth it. 

These are the King of Christmas Products that I personally have and love.

Royal Fir Collection 4 Piece Set

7 ft King Noble Fir

7 ft Prince Flock

Flocked LED Branches

8 ft King Noble Flock

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I have been meaning to share this recipe on my blog for quite some time, it is just so much easier to share on my social media pages that I kind of have neglected my blog. 

I shared this Cinnamon Roll Recipe on TikTok and it has almost 400,000 views. I receive comments frequently on that video of people saying they made them and loved them. I love hearing from you all knowing you benefited from a recipe, coupon deal, or local favorite I share. Someone recently commented they made these cinnamon rolls for a baby shower that had a theme a bun in the oven, too cute, love that idea! Thank you for commenting, sharing, and messaging me, I love to connect with you all. It truly brings a smile to my face and joy to my heart when I hear that you enjoy the posts I share.

It was because of a comment from someone looking for a printable version of this recipe that I finally made time to share the recipe here on the blog. Click here for a PDF Printable version of this recipe. I could have just shared the text and screenshots from my video, but when I post a blog post I like to use my good camera and take pictures of the steps. I know I appreciate step-by-step instructions, so I always try to do that in my videos or on my blog posts.

This recipe is really easy to make and once you try these you won't ever want to make the can ones. again. I will add that recently I have started making homemade sourdough bread and if you too have sourdough starter around you can add 1/4 cup of sourdough discard to this recipe and it is a delicious addition.

Since joining the sourdough club, I frequently have sourdough discard to use up and I pretty much have added it to my chocolate chip cookie recipe. I've added it to my banana bread recipe, pretty much anywhere I can and I have always been happy with the results.

Cinnamon Roll Recipe

2 Cups of Flour

1/3 Cup of Sugar

2 Packets of Instant Yeast

1/2 Tsp Salt

Mix Dry Ingredients with a whisk.

To the dry ingredients add:

1 1/2 Cups Water

6 Tablespoons Melted Butter 

1 Egg 

Mix with the dough hook in the stand mixer.

Once combined add 2 Cups of Flour

Put flour on hand and knead.

Place in a bowl with non-stick spray, and let the dough rise for 1 hour.

Cinnamon Mixture 

1 Cup Brown Sugar 

2 Tablespoons Cinnamon 

Sprinkle of Nutmeg 

Punch the dough in the bowl and then dump the dough onto a floured surface. 

Roll out onto a floured surface and cover the dough with softened butter and cinnamon mixture. I used 1/2 a stick of softened butter on the rolled-out dough. 

Roll and slice let sit and rise for 1 hour or overnight in a baking dish sprayed with non-stick spray. 

You can roll the dough and then slice or recently I started using a pizza cutter making slices first and rolling each slice. 

Top Drizzle

6 Tablespoons Melted Butter 

1/2 Cup Brown Sugar 

1 Teaspoon Vanilla 

1 Teaspoon Cinnamon 

Top with 3/4 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream, then top with the cinnamon top drizzle.

Bake uncovered 350° 25-35 minutes 

Cinnamon Roll Icing

1 Stick Softened Butter 

8 Oz Cream Cheese 

2 cups powdered sugar

2 teaspoons Vanilla

Let them cool for about 10-15  minutes before icing.

If you have any leftovers, store them in the refrigerator. Here is a PDF Printable version of the recipe to keep on hand. If you want to see these made step by step in video form click here for TikTok, or click here for Instagram, or click here for YouTube. Thank you again for all your support by liking, commenting, sharing, and saving my posts I sincerely appreciate it. 

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Homemade Cinnamon Roll Recipe

I have been meaning to share this recipe on my blog for quite some time, it is just so much easier to share on my social media pages that I kind of have neglected my blog. 

I shared this Cinnamon Roll Recipe on TikTok and it has almost 400,000 views. I receive comments frequently on that video of people saying they made them and loved them. I love hearing from you all knowing you benefited from a recipe, coupon deal, or local favorite I share. Someone recently commented they made these cinnamon rolls for a baby shower that had a theme a bun in the oven, too cute, love that idea! Thank you for commenting, sharing, and messaging me, I love to connect with you all. It truly brings a smile to my face and joy to my heart when I hear that you enjoy the posts I share.

It was because of a comment from someone looking for a printable version of this recipe that I finally made time to share the recipe here on the blog. Click here for a PDF Printable version of this recipe. I could have just shared the text and screenshots from my video, but when I post a blog post I like to use my good camera and take pictures of the steps. I know I appreciate step-by-step instructions, so I always try to do that in my videos or on my blog posts.

This recipe is really easy to make and once you try these you won't ever want to make the can ones. again. I will add that recently I have started making homemade sourdough bread and if you too have sourdough starter around you can add 1/4 cup of sourdough discard to this recipe and it is a delicious addition.

Since joining the sourdough club, I frequently have sourdough discard to use up and I pretty much have added it to my chocolate chip cookie recipe. I've added it to my banana bread recipe, pretty much anywhere I can and I have always been happy with the results.

Cinnamon Roll Recipe

2 Cups of Flour

1/3 Cup of Sugar

2 Packets of Instant Yeast

1/2 Tsp Salt

Mix Dry Ingredients with a whisk.

To the dry ingredients add:

1 1/2 Cups Water

6 Tablespoons Melted Butter 

1 Egg 

Mix with the dough hook in the stand mixer.

Once combined add 2 Cups of Flour

Put flour on hand and knead.

Place in a bowl with non-stick spray, and let the dough rise for 1 hour.

Cinnamon Mixture 

1 Cup Brown Sugar 

2 Tablespoons Cinnamon 

Sprinkle of Nutmeg 

Punch the dough in the bowl and then dump the dough onto a floured surface. 

Roll out onto a floured surface and cover the dough with softened butter and cinnamon mixture. I used 1/2 a stick of softened butter on the rolled-out dough. 

Roll and slice let sit and rise for 1 hour or overnight in a baking dish sprayed with non-stick spray. 

You can roll the dough and then slice or recently I started using a pizza cutter making slices first and rolling each slice. 

Top Drizzle

6 Tablespoons Melted Butter 

1/2 Cup Brown Sugar 

1 Teaspoon Vanilla 

1 Teaspoon Cinnamon 

Top with 3/4 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream, then top with the cinnamon top drizzle.

Bake uncovered 350° 25-35 minutes 

Cinnamon Roll Icing

1 Stick Softened Butter 

8 Oz Cream Cheese 

2 cups powdered sugar

2 teaspoons Vanilla

Let them cool for about 10-15  minutes before icing.

If you have any leftovers, store them in the refrigerator. Here is a PDF Printable version of the recipe to keep on hand. If you want to see these made step by step in video form click here for TikTok, or click here for Instagram, or click here for YouTube. Thank you again for all your support by liking, commenting, sharing, and saving my posts I sincerely appreciate it. 

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