Happy 4th of July everyone! We can’t wait to get everything under way to celebrate Independence Day. Talk about “Firework Fabulous”…we have had a BLAST these last few weeks prepping everything for the 4th! From BBQ’s to Seafood Feasts to Side Dishes, Tables, and Gifts! We want to wish everyone here in the “3P family” a safe and happy 4th of July! Here’s to celebrating with a BANG! ...
Orchids are beautiful flowers, and they’re a personal family favorite with the Meehan clan. My Grandma Paula absolutely adores orchids, I wore orchids to prom, and we even have a beautiful orchid plant in our kitchen as we speak. Orchids are also VERY popular to give to recent graduates! Now, taking care of plants and flowers can sometimes feel like a daunting task, I know I was a self-described plant-killer for many years until I learned a few tricks of the trade (and set...
Dad’s and Grad’s are what it’s all about this month! Everywhere we turn, there’s another celebration. This week, we’re attending the graduation for my cousin McKenna, and we couldn’t be more proud. What better way to say “You Rock” than to give her a “Money Lei” to rock as she walks down the Grad stage? The money lei idea can also be used for other occasions and makes a money-gift a little more special. Now...
Macarons are “all the rage” these days…you see them in bakery store windows, magazines, and all throughout Pinterest and the Blog-o-sphere. This delicate and delicious dessert can be a real show-stopper, and we’re lucky enough to have an easy-to-follow recipe from our reader Geoff Blain. We’re big fans of these cookies, and also big fans of Geoff! He spent many years as the assistant to Elizabeth Taylor, (where he learned some remarkable tricks-of-the-trade)...
Showing love to the people in our lives that are going through illness, or a bout with a cold is more important than the actual “get well” gift itself. This is an idea that may add a smile to someone feeling under the weather. Why not bring a bushel of vitamin C and cheer to someone in your life who could use a dose of love and care? Michael’s craft store has apple “bushels” that you can purchase, for between $3-5! Check them...
Having featured our Italian Dinner not too long ago, as well as reminiscing about my High-school Graduation, we couldn’t wait to share this unique and classic Italian gift idea! One of our long time friends and readers, Betty Jo, gave my mom a gift almost 20 years ago that made such a lasting impression, we just had to pass it along! BJ created Pasta Bibs, which are very easy to craft up, and she packaged them with tomato sauce cans that doubled as candles! As Betty Jo told...
(Note: After reading this post, watch the actual 1974 race by clicking the link below!) Inside the Cave – I have been VERY fortunate to have had two wonderful experiences in my life regarding this Event; and can’t wait to watch this spectacular horse race every year. My parents owned a few race horses in California during the 1970’s and 1980’s, and one of them, AGITATE was a “one in a million” purchase, a tremendous success in the California race circuit...
Now that I am back and can reflect on our mission trip to Oaxaca, Mexico….faces appear in my mind. The appreciative and loving people of the villages we travelled to, and the generous and talented affections of a melded American team of 14. (A BIG special thank you to Amanda Gardner for going above and beyond with her incredible photography, and for providing us with all of the photos of our Mission Trip!) Here is a group shot of us all together after...
Traveling has always been a personal passion, and over the last 6-7 years has elevated to a new level as I have had the amazing opportunity to participate in Mission Trips. My first experience was on an Optical Mission Trip in Peru, and a few years later in Moldova and Ukraine I had yet another mission trip that was life changing. Traveling with an experienced leader and team provided me with an invaluable hands-on experience in the mission field. In less than a few days, my...
As a woman it often easy to find yourself planning, participating, and paying for various events…birthdays, showers, and weddings that are centered around bringing joy to others we love. 3P also encourages personal joy through event planning! I had always wanted to join a book club, so a few years ago when our church promoted that a women’s fiction book club was being offered…I was all over it! How it works: A new book is given to us each month, both print...
Practically Perfect Planner is a blog about bringing joy to every event in your life and the lives of others – through fast organization, easy planning, and money saving tips. It’s all about life, love, and lifestyle – because everyone can be PRACTICALLY PERFECT
