Sweet Life in The

I am BACK + NEW website Design

2018-04-26T21:54:00.003-04:00

I am back and ready to get going on awesome things happening in The Valley!! I'm totally revamping the entire website and can't wait to show you!

Until then follow along on Instagram @sweetlifeinthevalley

Sweet Home Life * Homemade Natural Cleaner

2018-04-02T03:13:00.000-04:00

Cleaning is, of course, a never-ending job. As with all tasks around the home, my philosophy is that it is always easier and more enjoyable if you have a good tool and good products to work with for your job. We try to keep things natural and non-toxic when it comes to cleaning our home so I make this recipe for my kitchen and bathroom cleaner. This all-purpose all natural spray cleaner recipe is easy to make & cheap as can be. The vinegar in it is an anti-viral, anti-bacterial & anti-fungal so it kills all those little bugs. It is also very safe to use around the kitchen & your children.

Items needed:

-32 oz Spray bottle

-8to 10 drops Dr. Bronner's castile peppermint, lavender or almond liquid soap - 5 to 10 drops of our favorite essential oils for added fresh scent

-1/2 cup white vinegar

-2 teaspoons Borax

Combine all ingredients in spray bottle fill bottle the rest of the way with water then tip bottle back and forth gently until ingredients are mixed. Less that a $1 a bottle to make. You can't beat that!

Did you know that Borax is a natural mineral that is used to kill ants & fleas and is anti-fungal.

Must Have Gardening Tools * Sweet Gardening

2018-03-28T01:10:00.000-04:00

Spring is here! It's time to plan your garden if you haven't already. These are a few of my must have garden tools. I use them all daily when gardening. The watering can is great for hanging plants. I don't like the sun in my face so a good hat is a must. Hand tools are soo important for planting and weeding. A good pair of gloves will save your hands and cuticles. A cart to carry away weeds or carry larger tools around the yard is helpful.
What are your must have gardening tools?

One Great Recipe * Rosemary Sweet Potato Fries with Dipping Sauce

2018-01-25T22:24:00.000-05:00

French Fries are one of my favorite foods. Sweet potato fries come in a close second. One of my favorite things to do is to add some fresh rosemary to the sweet potatoes while frying in the oil. The rosemary releases the flavors into the cooking oil and adds a slight hint of rosemary to the fries. You can cut and fry fresh sweet potatoes but I have found frozen sweet potato fries work just great. Maybe even better. We used the Ore-Ida Sweet Potato Fries by Heinz here.

I make a simple dipping sauce to go with the Sweet Potato Fries made of mayonnaise and a hickory smoked bbq sauce. It is very easy to make. Simply add equal parts hickory smoke bbq sauce to a bowl. Add 1 tsp of cracked black pepper. Using a butter knife mix in a criss cross back and forth. Do not over mix. This way you will get a good flavor blend while dipping. Super easy & super delicious.

This project has been compensated as part of a #OreIdaFries shopping mission for Heinz with #CollectiveBias Do you have a favorite brand of fries? We are happy we were asked to write about heinz sweet potato fries because we love them- for real!

A Little Note * Pure Essential Oils

2017-12-04T01:29:00.000-05:00

Just a little note to let everyone to know I decided to start selling doTerra pure essential oils again. I use them so much for so many things from cooking & baking & candy making to making my own kitchen cleaner to helping my major migraines so I thought it might be a good idea to get them at whole sale pricing.

If anyone has ever wanted to try pure essential oils for cooking, baking or candy making they make great favor oils. I am getting the Cinnamon oil, Orange Oil, Peppermint Oil, and Wintergreen Oil for making candies for the holidays this year. I make my Lemon & Lime cupcakes with the lemon & lime pure essential oils for the flavoring. The Orange oil would be great for cupcakes and frosting too!

- I love to use the Peppermint oil in my water when I exercise. It gives me a little pick up to keep going.

- I use the Lavender on my kids pillows to help them get to sleep. Lavender helps with relaxing.

- I also love to use Melaleuca for any kind of fungal, bacteria or viral topical problems. One time my son got a staph infection from a public pool slide and the first thing I did was have him take a bath with the Melaleuca in it. It nipped the infection in the bud before we were even able to get to the Dr. the next day. It is one of my first aid must haves.

- One oil blend I always keep on hand includes the Breathe Respiratory Blend which is like vicksvapo rub but without the petrochemicals in it. I mix my Breathe oil with some coconut oil and rub on chest and the bottom of feet. It's great for colds and allergies.

- For migraines the perfect combo is mixing a couple of drops of peppermint oil with a couple of drops of lavender oil and rub on forehead temples and back of neck. I then use a heating pad/rice bag and put it on the back of my neck. Add some caffeine and a dark quite room and I feel much better.

If you want to order some pure essential oils let me know and I will place an order for you sweetlifeinthevalley@gmail.com subject oils

xo

P.S. If you already get oils from the health food or natural food store doTerra pure essential oils are most likely the same price or less and most likely a much better quality too.

note-all opinions are my own.

Pure Essential Oils for your Headache * PastTense

2017-08-29T02:48:00.000-04:00

Let me introduce you to my life saver. It's the doTerra PastTense- a blend of pure essential oils I use for my headaches. For me it works fast and better than pain killers. I carry it in my purse AT. ALL. TIMES. I am writing this post because I just used it on my head and the back of my neck because I had a headache coming on and wanted to stop is right way! If you get headaches give it a try.

Is there something you like to use for your headaches?

This is what doTerra has to say about it.

"PastTense dōTERRA's proprietary blend for tension and the discomforts associated with headaches, provides calming comfort with the strength of CPTG essential oils of wintergreen, lavender, peppermint, frankincense, cilantro, marjoram, roman chamomile, basil, and rosemary. Packaged for convenient application in a roll-on bottle. For aromatic and topical use."

p.s. I am an independent doTerra distributor but as always unless I believe in something and really love it I write about it other wise it wouldn't be on my blog. All opinions are my own :)
I decided to sell doTerra pure essential oils because first, I tried them and love them and got hooked on using them for everything from making my own cleaners to adding them to my recipes to helping my headaches. I needed to support my addiction. Second, I needed something to keep Sweet Life in The Valley thriving as in an income since I am a single mom doing it all on my own.

Pretty Vintage Aprons * Flirty Aprons

2017-07-30T19:32:00.000-04:00

Confession: I collect aprons. Not just any old aprons but pretty aprons. I like them to have color, charm and to look nice hanging in my kitchen as well as look nice on me. I wear aprons to cook, clean, and garden. It always makes the chore so much more pleasurable when wearing a pretty kitchen apron.

Flirty Aprons, you may have seen them in the mall, sent me one of their aprons. I chose the Marilyn Swanky Brunette. It has a beautiful vintage rose print with an accent of a mocha dotty print. Three things I love about it... 1} the vintage roses 2} the layers of ruffles 3} the fit. It fits better than a lot of aprons I have tried on. Who knew you had to try on an apron to see if it fits well. I didn't until I started my collection.

Flirty Aprons is having a fun contest Flirty Aprons ~ Freedom from domestication with a little Sugar n’ Spice campaign. Get 20 % off with the promo code BB20 on aprons for the next six weeks. For their contest you purchase a new Flirty Apron and then create a video of you creatively destroying one of your ugly old aprons. All YouTube videos must include Flirty Aprons on the title.

This posting was sponsored by Flirty Aprons through Broadcast Bloggers. All opinions are my own.

In The Garden * First Fruits

2017-07-12T21:28:00.000-04:00

The first signs of a garden harvest are in my garden. This year I planted 5 varieties of peppers. This is my first Jalapeno popping out.

Over the weekend I roasted peppers with chef Jeffrey Saad at the Waldorf Astoria in Park City. I am so excited to try roasting each of the varieties and tasting the differences in their flavors and planning recipes around them.

This is my first heirloom tomato growing nicely. It's the first year I have grown heirloom tomatoes and they are coming along wonderfully.

The basil is ready to use. Tonight we are making grilled margarita pizzas with garden fresh basil on top. And for dessert we are making these yummy chocolate chip cookies.

All the herbs are coming along very well. I am so exited for my dill. I am going to be pickling thin sliced onions, green beans, peppers and cucumbers this year.

Much of our little forest of mint is being transplanted over in the corner of the yard under the hammock. I will make a nice cool refreshing and relaxing nap in the summer afternoons.
How is you garden coming along this year?

HELLO LIVE

2016-07-01T17:10:00.004-04:00

Hello all my Sweet Life in The Valley friends!

I just wanted to pop in and give you an update on what I've been up to just in case you haven't been over to Sweet & Simple Magazine in a while.

I'm organizing and hosting a conference! Yes, a conference and it's all about using Facebook Live, Periscope and Youtube Live/Connect.

Guess what?
If you're a blogger, social media influencer, a small business owner or a brand you should be using at least Facebook Live right now! If you sell Jamberry, Norwex, doTerra etc, etc, etc you should be using these apps. I mean it, Right now! These apps are a new way to connect with your true potential readers and customers in an authentic and very effective way.

I just watched a girl on periscope last night who was talking about her Jamberry business. I asked her if she was using Facebook Live in her Jamberry Facebook group and she said she just started using it and it totally changed her business and she can't wait to do more Facebook Live parties!

If you you're not sure where to start with Facebook Live, Periscope or Youtube Live/Connect you should join us at the HELLO LIVE Conference. We'll teach you how to use these apps from how to login and the features of the apps to more advanced ways of using them.

If you're on Facebook you might have seen some of your favorite people using Facebook Live like Holly Homer from Quirky Momma or Alison Prince (Utah local!) and Shelley Coates from How Does She These amazing ladies have 2.6 million and 1.5 million followers so chances are you've seen something they or their contributors have posted. They are killing it on Facebook Live! Holly was named by Mashable as one of the top 10 Facebook Live Stars to watch!

Guess what all 3 of the Bloggers/Social Influencers/ Facebook Live Stars will be spilling the beans at HELLO LIVE and sharing their tips with us on how they are killing it on Facebook Live.

Here is some more info about HELLO LIVE, our theme and a link to the tickets which by the way are SUPER affordable! Only $57 each person for the group/team tickets and only $95 for the individual tickets.

BUT HURRY prices go up on July 4th.

I know what it's like just starting out with a very small budget and I wanted to make HELLO LIVE accessable for everyone.

BUY TICKETS HERE

It's time to be more confident, more influential, more prepared and more ready to just be you! LIVE.

Learn how to use the newest and most influential form of social media networking and marketing,

INTERACTIVE LIVE STREAMING APPS!

HELLO LIVE is an interactive live streamed conference for influencers & small businesses.

Broadcasting LIVE from the beautiful Rocky Mountains of Park City, Utah AUG 26 & 27 2016

P.S. If you're in Utah you should join us at our Friday night party in Park City. It's going to be sooooo much fun!

Tickets will be free for all HELLO LIVE ticket holders on a first come basis so don't wait to buy your ticket!

BUY TICKETS HERE

The Hearth Society is here- Hooray!!

2015-12-13T00:05:00.001-05:00

Hello Everyone! My new premium subscription website The Hearth Society is LIVE. The Hearth Society is for makers of Food & Home.

All this month we are giving away some of my favorite home & food items to 6 lucky winners.
Giveaways include items from ...

Le Creuset + Fiskars + Silpat + KitchenIQ + Packit + iCoffee

All throughout December get a FREE 1 week trial membership.

Go sign up and check it out. Merry Christmas! xo April

Professional Mini Photography Sessions ONLY $50 * Happenin' in The Valley

2015-09-20T00:23:00.002-04:00

THIS WEEK ONLY

15 minute professional mini photography sessions on location in Provo Canyon.

Pay $50 for your session and get 10 high resolution digital photo files free.

Monday - September 21st - starting at 3:00 pm

CLICK to sign-up

Great for Graduation, Engagement & Family Photos

Contact April at april@simplythesweetlife.com for any questions.

Call for Artists & Awake of Angels Art Show

2015-09-04T21:26:00.002-04:00

Are you in the Utah area? Check this art show happening in The Valley.

In The Valley Special Announcement

2015-07-22T18:50:00.000-04:00

Do you know someone who has always wanted to work with a top stylists? Or someone who wants to go to hair school? Why not try an apprenticeship instead of conventional school. Get hands on experience in a salon while learning. Metropolitan Salon in historical downtown near the new Provo Temple.

Provo has a booth opening. Expert stylist, color specialist, educator and salon owner Clint Atwater is accepting applications for an apprentice. Contact Clint by calling or texting 801.427.0916

Tell Clint you saw this post on Sweet Life in The Valley.

Disney's Cinderella and The New Frozen Short

2015-03-15T17:04:00.001-04:00

Did you see the new Disney live action Cinderella this weekend? We did and we love it! Has the best theme ever too "always be Kind and Brave," Ella's mother reminds her to live by these words.

But first the NEW Frozen Short Frozen Fever is so cute. All the kids in the theater loved it too. Laughing at the antics. Most of the short was in song. There is a fun little surprise with the mini-me snowmen.

Elle is played by Downton Abbey's Lily James. When I first saw the trailer I thought but wait doesn't Cinderella have blue eyes? Are we sure Lily James is right for Cinderella? Yep, she is, the casting director know what she was doing. Lily nailed it. So perfectly sweet and spunky at the same time.

As much as Helena Bonham Carter is crazy creepy in some movies she is silly and fun and perfect as Cinderella's fairy godmother.

Prince charming was truly charming and I don't remember anyone calling him Prince Charming. He was just a kind prince taken by a common farm girl who wanted to marry for love. Richard Madden played Kit as they call the Prince in the movie, so well plus, his smile could charm anyone.

The always brilliant Cate Blanchett was the perfectly elegant and wicked the stepmother. The body lines she holds are beautiful! Well done! I loved how the screenwriter Chris Weitz add a human element to her. Giving her not an excuse but a reason behind her wickedness likened to what might really happen to many stepmothers.

I have to say this is one of the best cast movies I've seen in a long time. My only wish was that more of the music was in the movie rather in the end credits.

Bravo to the casting, costumes and screenplay. It's a classic we will be adding to our collection.

P.S. Be sure to stay to end of the credits to hear all the beautiful music and a fun little ending.

Where is the American Crafts Warehouse Sale?

2014-11-22T21:05:00.001-05:00

I bet some of you are excited to know that American Crafts and their other brands including Pebbles Inc Imaginisce, Bazzil Basics, We R, Crate Paper, Pink Paislee, Studio Calico, Becky Higgins and Heidi Swapp are having their annual warehouse sale in November this year. American Crafts has come a long way since I first wrote about American Crafts products (2007) and they were just the American Crafts brand back then.

Address for the BIG Craft Sale is
475 N. State street Orem Utah
(you know, the old Kmart building)
MAP

They do have carts and even a few of the old Costco carts if you need to hall the kids along with you.

I stocked up on some craft papers including some glitter scrapbook paper for some holiday projects. Everything from paper cutters to scrapbooks to mini staplers can be found at great prices. They are also giving out a bounce back coupon for $2 off a $20 purchase so you can get something free. I got a cute heart punch out paper punch with my coupon.

A lot of the items are at least 50% off. The selection is HUGE. It's set up to easily walk up and down the lanes and find what you want quickly.
A few of my buys were a 24 pack of premium ribbon for $5 regularly $14.99

This sweet snowflake Christmas Garland kit for handing Christmas cards or even advent items.

We also got some other great stuff and will be posting some Christmas project over on Sweet and Simple by April in the next week or so for the holiday season.
Go wander and snap up some crafting and scrapbook supplies at a super great price. I'm thinking Christmas gifts, ornaments, neighbor gifts, a scrapbook for Grandma....

SIGN UP for updates on specials and giveaways for American Crafts here.

Product provided by American Crafts.

Sweet Deals by April * NEW Facebook Group Join Us!!

2014-10-17T02:39:00.000-04:00

I finally did it. I decided to start sharing my secrets to living a very nice life on a very tight budget. I started a group on Facebook called Sweet Deals by April to share FREEBIES, DEALS and COUPONS with all my friends and family. AND of course I include all of you my readers as my friends.

If you Love deals, coupons, discounts and freebies? Join the Sweet Deals by April group here on Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/groups/sweetdealsbyapril/

You are welcome to invite you trusted friends and family to join the group as well.
I am so excited to share with you all these deals!!

We have to fake it til we make it after all. And why not do it with style, class and fun!!!

Here is our list of all the Brands I am working with to bring you deals, discounts and freebies.
We are working with BIG brands including William Sonoma, Walmart, Ulta Beauty, Blendtec, Gymboree and so many more.

Click here to see the full list of Brands we work with ....

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qEuyBd2yHVdPqOTBERQzTY0MJSzf2jpPzv5CSRL4RGY/edit?usp=sharing

If you don't see your favorite brand on the list please let me know and I will see if we an get them added.

These are real brands we use everyday and love. I hope you enjoy the work and love I put into it for you all.

xo
April

all brands listed are sweet and simple affiliate brands

Sweet Family Life * Reply to a Younger Mother

2014-08-18T21:38:00.001-04:00

I began writing a comment in a bloggers group on Facebook in reply to this bloggers blog post on Overbearing In-Laws. It turned into a whole blog post.

I have to laugh at this because I did not like the way my my in-laws, now ex-laws did many things. I thought I had it all figured out. I wanted it my way which of course was just selfish. I was establishing my own little family unit. I forgot as most twenty something parents of small children do, that I was a part of a family that was more than just me and him and our kids.

My twins are now adults and we have talked about having a close family in their adult years. This means when they choose someone to marry they have to think about how it will affect the closeness we have as a unit. Also, remember just as you are a parent to your young children your parents are parents the rest of your life not just during your childhood. They have experience. They should be your first council you go to for advice outside your marriage (if you are blessed with good parents).

Our society has a problem with remembering to respect the matriarchs and patriarchs of their family. It is happening in most families these days. Most affluent and successful families hold regular family councils, one on one meeting with parents and grandparents. They also have family trusts. I've recently saw this mantel of marticarch and head of family passed on to my mother when my grandmother passed on in June. My mother is now the head of the family and it does literally makes a difference. I see the way she handles things within the family has changed with this new station. Respecting how your family you chose to marry into does things is very very important. Especially when they are a good family wanting to do good things for their children and grandchildren. There will be much bigger mountains to climb within a family than how you run a family get together.

With hopes for wonderful families full of love, respect and joy- April

The NOT so Sweet Life * Severe Vitamin D Deficiancy * Very Grateful Today

2014-08-08T00:49:00.000-04:00

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Looks like I will be taking a sunny beach vacation very very soon... Dr's orders Hooray!

Today I am very very grateful for a doctor who suggested I add a vitamin D level blood test to my panel of more blood tests.

15 years of suffering is way too long. Why didn't one of the many doctors from the family practitioners (mind you more than the 3 I've seen) to the endocrinologist, to the neurologist do this test!?!!! It is such a simple blood test. It is so much cheaper than the MRI, CT Scan, Blood panels, emergency room visits, prescriptions and several visits to offices I have been to over that past 15 years. I have suffered from...

Weight gain to the tune of 110 pounds !!! not from over eating or lack of exercise
Migraine Headaches causing risk of stroke plus the need for strong pain meds
Vision Problems making it hard to work and just plain see!!
Depression & Anxiety
Achy Joints, Muscles and Bones so bad I couldn't do anything for days at a time
Chronic Fatigue a**holes telling me I'm just lazy
Hypothyroid
Memory and Foggy Brain Problems
Loss of my period for 6 months thinking I'm going into early menopause
Daily Asthma Attacks requiring use of my inhaler every time I laugh
And down right feeling like I'm going crazy!!

PLUS, this also puts me at high risk of cancer, prematurely aging bones, dementia, macular degeneration of my eyes and cardiovascular health issues such as a heart attack.

What is this crazy thing that my OB/GYN decided to test for after all these years- Severe Vitamin D Deficiency. Guess what? I was low, very very low!

WHY DIDN'T ONE OF THE MANY DOCTORS I SAW OVER THE PAST 15 YEARS DO THIS TEST!?!? One thing I have learned over the 20 years of adulthood. Our health is in our own hands.

Guess what else!?! It's super easy to fix. I have been put on a high dose of Vitamin D via prescription from my doctor.

What do I have to do to finally feel better?

I take 500,000 IU of Vitamin D once a week for 6 weeks then reduce the dose to maintain my levels.
Spend 1/2 hour a day in sun without sun block. I will be exposing my legs I prefer to keep the wrinkles away from my face as long as possible.

My level was at 16. August is the month that your vitamin D levels are suppose to be at their highest this time of the year. I can only imagine what mine are at come January.

I took my first does of Vitamin D yesterday and I am already feeling so much better today. I will keep you all updated in 6 weeks after my therapeutic level doses are done.

I am hoping for some weight loss (fingers crossed), no more head aches, more energy and clearer thinking and just plain feeling good again.

If you feel like crap for any reason go get tested. It's worth it. You never know and the research has shown 1-6 people have severe Vitamin D deficiency. That is just too high not to be a regular test when someone is feeling horrible all the time.

I wrote this post because I hope no one ever has to suffer like I did for as long as I did.

April~ Living the Sweet Life

I took this photo when I was sitting on the beach along the Emerald Cost Florida

CAUTION: This is what my experience is under Doctor supervision.. Vitamin D is a oil soluble vitamin and you can OVER DOSE if you don't use it right. This is in no way a medical advise post.

The Flora and Fauna of Vermont * Green Mountains

2013-09-30T22:20:00.000-04:00

One of my favorite things about Vermont is that daily I am inspired and in awe of the beauty that surrounds me. I decide that one day rather than just taking a walk I would choose one thing to find on my walk. One day it was to see how many different wild flowers I could see (more that 20 in less than a mile) and another how many different ferns I could find along the trail. The photos above are a few of the different mushrooms I saw along the trail on my walk. My next goal is to take a field guide along with me so I can learn the identity of all these beautiful bits of nature.
One more thing I have observed about Vermont is that the soil is different here. Much much different than the hard dusty soil of The Valley in Utah. The soil in Vermont is loamy. It feels like a soft sponge under foot. It's so pleasant to walk on bare foot. I'm sure it a combination of the mosses, decaying vegetation and the deep dark richness that contributes to this earthy cushion in Vermont.

xo
April-Living the Sweet Life

Now Sweet Life in the Green Mountains * Our Big Move

2013-03-22T02:38:00.002-04:00

It's official we are now Vermonters living in the beautiful Green Mountains of Vermont (for now.) Vermont is full of green trees which turn a vivid rainbow of colors in the fall, big old barns, white churches, Victorian homes, towns that are over 200 years old, dairy farms which means the best cheese, good kind people, old and young men who have long beards, harvest balls, tons of rivers, lakes and ponds, great skiing, green mountains, pure Vermont maple syrup and good food. We'll still keep you updated with good food, home, garden, and travel posts.

{maple syrup grading-photo by Season Atwater photography}

Until then... It's spring here in Vermont it's time to sugar which means the sap is flowing and the sugar houses are boiling up some of the finest maple syrup in the world.

After all Backwoods is the new black!
xo
April

Sweet Eats in The Valley * D Boys BBQ Orem

2012-05-30T16:16:00.001-04:00

I have found BBQ heaven right here in Orem. D Boys BBQ makes amazing smoked meats but they don't stop with the meats. They also know how to serve up the savory smoked morsels. For the salad lovers a delicious smoked turkey with pecans and cranberries over a bed of lettuces is very satisfying. See the thick slice of garlic bread on the side? Most if not all the time when a meal is served with some garlic bread or bead its a second thought, almost, just a mediocre filler item, not with D Boys BBQ. Their thick slice of garlic bread is perfectly toasted and BOTH sides garlic buttered making it a nice even balance of flavors.

{The smoker at D Boys BBQ}

The smoked meats a sooo good! D Boys BBQ uses cherry wood. If you have smelled cherry wood smoke you will know the sweet smell that brings memories of summer camping, winter evenings by the fire and a good smoked meat. It is the kind of smoky smell that is mellow. The kid you don't mind lingering in the air. The Diamond boys have created a great blend of smoked meats with their own rub mix and a very special BBQ "nasty" sauce.
At D Boys BBQ even the kids menu items are great. I love it when a kids menu offers more than chicken nuggets. We tried the kids Wrangler Dinner that included a side of choice such as sweet potato fries, coleslaw, baked potato and other such goodness. This is what a kids menu should look like.
How about the Shooters? They are only $1. Time to trade up your dollar menu meal to their tasty smoked pulled pork or beef. Try it. I know you will love it. I tried all the meats and everyone of them was perfection.
Have a look at the whole menu, click here: D Boys BBQ Menu

Sweet Tip:
ValPak has some great coupons for D Boys BBQ including a free shooter and 2 BBQ Sandwiches for $10

D Boys BBQ
294 N State Street

Orem, UT

Facebook: D Boys BBQ

{food provided by D Boys BBQ for review but as always I only write about the products and food I like. }

Good Eats * Roll Up Cafe * Crepes in Orem

2012-05-29T01:30:00.004-04:00

Sweet or savory you are going to love the crepes at Roll Up Cafe. I sampled the Chicken Alfredo {bottom left} filled with Chicken, Bacon, Ham, Cheese with Spinach, Mushroom, Tomatoes & Alfredo Sauce. It's a tasty lighter version of the traditional Chicken Alfredo filled with heavy pasta. I love all the fresh veggies on it. My daughter tried to Turkey Bacon Avocado {top left} filled with Turkey, Bacon & Tomato with Avocado & Cheese. Did you see those large slices of avocado? Yum! and the bacon was delicious. My son went for a sweet crepe, the Stuffed French Toast Crepe. It's made with Fresh Strawberries and bananas with sweet cream cheese and powder sugar on top with a side of maple syrup. We shared and tasted all three crepes and the tasting was unanimous. We loved them all! Roll Up Cafe makes all their ingredients fresh everyday. They buy locally grown, free range and fresh when ever possible which means everything taste great and it's good for you too. To top it all off we tried their milk shakes. Guess what my kids and I have been craving ever since our visit? It's the Nutella milk shake. It is the perfect blend of vanilla ice cream and Nutella {you can order it with chocolate ice cream too.} Check it out. Roll up cafe is now on our list of Favorite Sweet Eateries in The Valley.

Visit Roll Up Cafe

1605 S State Street

Orem, Utah, 84097

Facebook: Roll Up Cafe

Mother's Day * Azalea Spa and Salon

2012-05-12T06:37:00.000-04:00

Did you get your Mother a gift for Mother's Day yet? No? Head over to Azalea Day Spa & Salon's Facebook page to get 10% off a Gift Card for Mother's Day- Less Stress and More Love!
Facebook: Azalea Day Spa & Salon

Thanks to Azalea for sponsoring Sweet Life in The Valley. Do you want to be a Sweet Sponsor email me at sweetlifeinthevalley@gmail.com

Bijou Market * Happenin in The Valley

2012-04-06T18:19:00.003-04:00

Next weekend is the Bijou Market. There will be an amazing selection of items from local artist and artisans including my friend and designer Heather Carson.

Location:
Historic Soutworth Hall
116 West Center Street
Provo, Utah

Happy Easter!!
xo

The Hunger Games Event with Azalea Salon and Day Spa

2012-03-15T19:52:00.002-04:00

Azalea Salon and Day Spa in American Fork is hosting a super fun pre-movie event.

The Hunger Games

Join us for the Games March 22... This is what you will get:

* Exclusive early viewing of The Hunger Games -No waiting in line!
*20% off Aveda products the day of event - with a ticket
*Pre movie primping- makeup touch ups, etc.
*Entered into a drawing for prizes (see below)
*A goodie bag

Hunger Games starts at 7:p.m. on March 22. Be one of the first to see this epic series.

Call for details 801.756.9619

Space for the Azalea event is limited- Reserve your seat today!

Pre-Movie Events
Must have movie ticket

10:00-4:00: FREE makeup appointments. Get fresh spring ideas and tips
5:00 -6:00: Prepare yourself for The Hunger Games with FREE makeup touch-ups, hand massages and styles
6:30-7:00: Let the Games begin as we draw for door prizes in the theater

Drawing Prizes:
The Hunger Games book set, Services to Azalea, Aveda product, Hunger Games signature nail polish, and more...

Tell your friends and join us for an exciting evening.
Space is limited so reserve your spot now.

(No one under 12 years of age, please - due to movie rating)

Azalea Salon & Day Spa (right next to the theaters)

741West 100 North

American Fork, Utah

Cinemark American Fork
715 West 180 North
American Fork, UT 84003