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Today is Mardi Gras! The History of Mardi Gras, Ways to Celebrate, and a Traditional Recipe to Help You Celebrate!

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[TAG0] Mardi Gras is celebrated this year on February 21st! Read on to learn more about this celebration! The History of Mardi GrasMardi Gras is a tradition that dates back thousands of years to pagan celebrations of spring and fertility, including the raucous Roman festivals of Saturnalia and Lupercalia.When Christianity arrived in Rome, religious leaders decided to incorporate these popular local traditions into the new faith, an easier task than abolishing them altogether. As a result, the excess and debauchery of the Mardi Gras season became a prelude to Lent, the 40 days of fasting and penance between Ash Wednesday...

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Coffee Cup Mug Rack with Shelf | The CHS | Rustic Modern Wood Wall Mounted Shelf Display Hook Organizer Mask Holder Coat Key Rack Key Holder by DistressedMeNot

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39.00 USDThis handcrafted, high quality wall mounted rustic wooden shelf and coffee mug holder is a stylish, space saving way to hang your coffee and tea mugs! Makes a lovely housewarming gift, wedding gift, or the perfect accessory for your home bar or kitchen!Shelf is perfect for coffee, tea, accessories, small plants like succulents, vases with flowers, picture frames, spice containers, bar accessories, kitchen necessities, small cook books, and more!DIMENSIONS & SPECIFICATIONS: (Choose your length)”L x 4.25”D x 7.25”HCAPACITY:12"L: 3 hooks16"L: 4 hooks20"L: 5 hooks24"L: 6 hooks28"L: 7 hooks32"L: 8 hooks36"L: 9 hooks40"L: 10 hooks48"L: 12 hooks60"L: 15 hooksDEFAULT STAIN...

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Soft Landings.

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Last week, I volunteered to help throw a 100th-day-of-school ice cream party in my daughter’s Kindergarten class. I had my day planned down to the minute, and had been organizing it entirely around the 2:15 P.M. time slot for the celebration so that I would arrive with ice cream that wasn’t overly melted. En route at 2:03 p.m., one of the moms in my daughter’s class called to see if I was still coming. “2:15, right?” I asked. “No, we were supposed to be here at 1:45.” Damned if I didn’t speed all the way to school in a mild...

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Shop the Best Mascara for National Lash Day – 7 Are Actually Better than Sex (Starting Under $5!)

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Get those lashes on point with the best mascara on the market! Get luscious lashes on the cheap with our favorite mascaras!  February 19th is National Lash Day, so we’re sharing the best effective and affordable mascara brands. Even better, all of them have been Hip2Save team tested for years so you can’t go wrong! 1. Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect mascara is the most budget-friendly option on our list. [TAG1] Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect mascara Only $4.99! Get FREE shipping at ULTA when you spend $35+ Don’t think you can expect much from a $5 formula?...

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Glazed Donuts | The Recipe Critic

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This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my privacy policy. Homemade glazed donuts are light and fluffy with a perfectly moist inside and a sweetened glazed outside. They are the ultimate treat and super easy to make at home, which makes them the perfect dessert for any occasion. Seriously, who doesn’t want a freshly fried homemade donut?! Donuts are the ultimate crowd pleaser! Not to mention they are super fun to make at home. The dough is super simple to whip up, and if you are intimidated by frying them...

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