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  • Outdoor wooden table with sunflower bouquet, turquoise plates, iced tea, salad, lemons, and olives
    Behind the Brand,  Recipes

    Life Lately & the Summer Chicken Salad I’m Loving ☀️🍑

    June 26, 2026 /

    It’s been a little quiet over here, but for good reason. The past few weeks have been filled with some additional National Guard duties, work travel, and trying to juggle all the everyday things in between. At home, we’ve had a little one who’s been sick more than healthy lately, and after a whirlwind of appointments, we’ve got surgery scheduled for next week. We’d definitely appreciate any and all positive thoughts for a smooth procedure and quick recovery. On the bright side, I’ve also been pouring my heart into something that’s been in the making for what seems like years… and I’m so close to finishing my book. I can…

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  • Bowl of shrimp and cucumber salad on outdoor table with sunflowers and glass of lemon water
    Recipes

    Crab Salad with Cucumber & Tomato

    May 6, 2026 /

    Some recipes just feel like summer. My last post was about taking deli crab salad (or homemade crab salad) and eating it with cucumbers… well, I’ve officially taken it a step further and combined it all together into one easy, refreshing salad! This crab salad is cold, crunchy, creamy, and somehow feels both light and filling at the same time. Plus? It takes almost no effort, which honestly makes it even better. And before anyone judges the imitation crab… listen. I’ve loved this stuff since I was a kid, and apparently that obsession followed me right into adulthood. 😂 If you need an easy lunch prep idea, quick side dish,…

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