This and That

By Maria Lichty

Published on July 03, 2025

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It’s Thursday and that means it’s time for a NEW This and That. Today, we’re sharing what’s new on the blog, some fun finds, and what we’ve been up to! Please leave a comment if you have any questions or you just want to say hi, we love hearing from you! Have a fabulous day!

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• The 4th of July is tomorrow. We always go to our community parade, have a BBQ, and watch fireworks.
• We tried Blacksmith Ice Cream this week, a local shop in Utah. They have a lot of good flavors. I really liked the passion fruit.
• Summer sale: swim trunks, nice polo, and t-shirt.
• This is a fun outdoor game for summertime. Our boys love it.
• We made this recipe with our garden raspberries.

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• On the blog this week, a salad that’s perfect for the 4th, my favorite summer dessert, and a new cookie recipe!
• Do you have big plans for the Fourth of July? If you need recipe ideas, I have lots of ideas for you HERE! I am for sure making this salad and this pasta salad.
• My favorite summer dress and the best bag!
• I am currently watching season 4 of The Bear. Anyone else?
• Plan a summer solo date.
• A great top for summer! I also love these workout shorts.
• My kind of salad!
• Summer trips to the library are the best. I love coming home with a stack of new books to read.
• This dress is in my cart and I love these casual sandals.
• The prettiest makeup bag that’s great for travel.