Quick Chicken Noodle Soup
Sometimes you need a quick chicken soup recipe because nobody in the house feels well. Here's my cut-corner go-to!
- 5-6 chicken tenderloins
- 1 32 oz. box chicken stock
- 1/2 12 oz bag egg noodles
- 4 peeled and diced carrots
- 4 ribs chopped celery
- 1 lemon
- 1/2 bunch, roughly chopped parsley
- freshly ground black pepper
- salt
- 3 cloves, garlic
Vineyard Vines Christmas Mugs
Christmas mug collaboration between Vineyard Vines and Louisville KY's Stoneware and Co!
(This post contains affiliate links.)
Y'all, we're entering the dangerous holiday territory where I want to order something cute for myself with every present I purchase. Now, I promised myself I'd be good for the rest of the season and try to remember the spirit of holiday giving. But then I saw that Vineyard Vines and Stoneware & Company (formerly Louisville Stoneware) have paired up to make Christmas Whale Mugs! This is so awesome, y'all. I've been collecting Stoneware for nearly 20 years, and I absolutely love their mugs. My Pappy & Co and Derby Whale mugs are my absolute favorite coffee mugs... and I *may* have a few more Stoneware mugs. These are such a perfect size and weight. And, I probably do need one... And so do you!
The HerKentucky Guide to Black Friday
Five great Black Friday sales
I know, I know. Y'all have seen a million, zillion Black Friday promos. And a trillion blogs about where you should shop. I won't waste a ton of your time; just wanted to alert you to five of my favorite sales!
Draper James
The Scoop: 25% off site wide with code Merry. (And 25% of all sales today goes to Girls, Inc.)
What to buy: Stock up on holiday party dresses for yourself and fun holiday gifts for your friends!
L.L. Bean
The Scoop: 25% off Bean Boots today with code Friday25. 20% off clothing and outerwear through Tuesday with code Thanks20.
What to buy: Classic Bean Boots. Holiday pajamas.
Pomegranate, Inc.
The Scoop: 50% off site wide today only with code Special50
What to buy: Table linens for holiday gatherings; cashmere blend ponchos.
Quest Outdoors
The Scoop: 20% off in-store and site wide with code FryDay2017
What to buy: Barbour coats and scarves!
Stoneware and Company
The Scoop: 10% off site wide with code BlackFriday10.
What to Buy: Classic Bachelor Button place settings. Christmas pottery.
What deals are you shopping today?
Pomegranate, Inc Warehouse Sale
Tuesday, I had the opportunity to take a sneak peek at the Pomegranate, Inc. Warehouse Sale. Y'all, it was absolutely amazing. If you aren't familiar with the brand, Pomegranate is a line of bags, table linens, and clothing based in Lexington. Their designs are so fresh and fun and timeless!
I ran across these Kentucky Wildcats cloth napkins; I *may* have had to buy the apron as well!
This cashmere/ wool blend poncho is so classic; I know I'll wear it time and again!
These potholders in the Round the Christmas Tree print have me pretty pumped for holiday baking!
Oh my goodness; I was so excited about this embroidered pillow! It has a sale price of $45!
And this pineapple print apron is the most perfect hostess gift I've ever seen!
Visit the Pomegranate Warehouse Sale today through Saturday at 527 Lagonda Ave in Lexington. If you stop by today or tomorrow, mention HerKentucky for an additional 10% off your purchase!
Thanks so much to Pomegranate for partnering on this event! I hope you love their textiles as much as I do!
The HerKentucky Guide to L.L. Bean Boat & Tote Bags
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When the holidays roll around, my biggest worry is always packing. I don't pack lightly, and I always need another bag. L.L. Bean Boat and Tote bags are the bags I grab again and again for everyday travel. They're durable, have classic styling, and they can be ordered with a monogram! Here's a handy guide for which L.L. Bean bag to use in any situation!
I am obsessed with the Leather-Handled Boat & Tote for use as a casual purse/ work bag. It easily holds a laptop and an agenda or notebook. It's so perfect for on-the-go work or everyday errands.
The Medium Zip-Top Boat and Tote is great for carrying a hostess gift, the dogs' leashes and gear, or a change of clothes.
The Large Zip-Top Bags are ESSENTIAL, y'all. These actually slide in under the carry-on restrictions for most airlines. And they hold everything. They're perfect for a day or two of clothing change/ basic toiletries. Be sure to go with the long handles so you can carry these on your shoulder!
LL Bean Zip-Top Boat and Tote Bags | Draper James Lexington Leather Pin
The Large Open-Top Bag is FANTASTIC for oversized gear. I also love it for carrying bagged groceries in from the car!
Happy Traveling, y'all! Don't forget that all L.L. Bean is 25% off through tomorrow!
Local Halloween Sales!
Hadley Pottery Coaster
Happy Halloween, y'all!
If you're like me, the majority of your day has been spent trying to avoid eating all the Reese's pumpkins. Obviously, a better use of your time would be to shop these great Halloween sales from Kentucky-based businesses! Here are a few of my favorites!
Hadley Pottery
30% off select Halloween Pottery (3 Day Flash Sale!)
Anchal Project
30% off orange scarves, quilts, and pouches, today only! (And don't forget that all Anchal Project purchases are helping change the lives of the artisans who create these products!)
Pomegranate, Inc.
A. St. Clair
Use code "Halloween" at astclair.com to take 31% off one piece today only.
Hope y'all find some scary good deals. I'll be handing out candy (even those Reese's pumpkins I'm trying to avoid!) in a Vineyard Vines tee!
I Wish I Were In Lexington Weekend
Packing checklist for a trip to Lexington, KY for Keeneland and Kentucky Wildcats games!
I really wish I were in Lexington this weekend y'all! It's the ultimate autumn trifecta: A UK basketball game, Keeneland racing, and a UK football game. I can't make it there, and I'm feeling homesick, so I've put together the ultimate "I wish I were in Lexington" road trip checklist!
Photo Details: Striped UK Tote bag c/o Pomegranate, Inc. Open Top Large Boat and Tote, Zip Top Large Boat and Tote, Leather Handle Boat and Tote -- L.L. Bean. Black Lab Needlepoint Keychain c/o Smathers and Branson. Hunter Original Tall Glossy Boots
It's the best weekend of the year to take in all the best that Lexington has to offer!
Photo Details: Alex and Ani UK Bracelet c/o Alumni Hall; Bourbon & Boweties Basketball and Football Bracelets
The first stop on the Big Blue tour would be Friday afternoon's #seeblue day at Keeneland, showcasing the UK Cheer and Dance Teams, the Band, and the DanceBlue initiative!
Skirt and top: A New Day at Target; Pearls c/o Versona; Tory Burch Boots c/o Sassy Fox Consignment
Then I'd stop for a quick work break
and head out to the first UK Basketball game of the season.
Photo Details: Elbow Patch Tee c/o Gameday Couture; American Ragg Booties at Macy's.
Saturday morning, I'd go with a dressier look for a Keeneland Dining Room
Lilly Pulitzer Elsa Top and Cashmere Sweater; Talbots Wool Skirt; Kate Spade Shoes via Stella's Resale Boutique
Of course, tailgating is the next item on the agenda! I'm sure lots of folks I know will be out to see the big rivalry game versus Tennessee!
The forecast calls for a cold, rainy night, so I'd dress warm!
Are you headed to any of the weekend festivities in Lexington, or are you enjoying from afar like me?