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I’m Crystal. A Nashville native, wife of 15+ years, and mom of two. I love sharing my favorite family-friendly finds, from easy, healthy-ish meals (with plenty of pizza and Chick-fil-A nights) to local restaurants, travel tips, workouts, and great deals that make everyday life easier.
Real life, real food, Southern-style.
There are so many amazing restaurants in Nashville that it’s hard to settle on just one to recommend! So, I decided to create a list and organize them by meal: six recommendations for brunch; four for lunch; and six for dinner. I’ll provide an overview of each restaurant so you can choose the ones that […]
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Let’s Talk Food! Most people know food is my love language! Most days are planned around food. If we have a date night, I will read almost every review of new restaurants before picking one. It’s honestly one of the things that Jason and I argue the most about, he doesn’t understand why I stress […]
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We recently took an adventure with the kids to Washington DC. We drove from Nashville and what should of taken 10 hours took about 12 hours. We had not one but two tires with nails in them! So it made quite the adventure! We decided to go to Washington to attend the National Turner Syndrome […]
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January Reset: Setting Realistic Eating Goals for a Healthy Start to the Year January is often seen as a month of fresh starts, new goals, and a renewed commitment to health. After the indulgences of the holiday season, many people set ambitious resolutions around food, fitness, and overall well-being. However, too many restrictive goals can […]
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Over the last year our family has had more health challenges so I started researching more about how air quality can effect your health, and discovered Venta humidifiers. Venturing into the realm of humidifiers can be a game-changer for any parent, especially those with little ones. As a mom navigating the challenges of parenthood, I […]
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While we may have all been busy buying the kids back to school clothes, we can’t forget the moms! I’m loving these items from Evereve, all for under $100 to carry us into fall! Here are some of my favorite everyday finds! Traveling for Labor Day? These are some great travel dresses! A great deal […]
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My personal journey with endometriosis that led to a hysterectomy at age 40.
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If you’re like me, teaching your kids during a pandemic was not something I learned in school, nor do I have a degree in education. This past year we’ve tried a little bit of everything to keep the kids on track, from beginning with a zoom classroom, to homeschooling, to even back in the regular […]
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Easy meals, family life, and finding joy in the everyday.
Southern Snippets is a place for easy meals, family favorites, and everyday inspiration shared from my Nashville kitchen. Real life, good food, and simple ideas to make home feel a little sweeter.
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