Today we're making frito corn salad! This might be Today we're making frito corn salad! This might be the most southern dish I've ever made. However, it is a perfect side to take to a barbecue or to make for a summer party. 

It's also the perfect dish to make if your kitchen is under construction like mine was for this video. It's a cold dish so nothing to heat up. 

First, mix together two cans of drained whole-kernel corn, two cups of mexican blend cheese, one cup of light mayo, diced red pepper, pepper and a bit of cilantro in a bowl. Then, add crushed Chili Cheese Fritos and mix well. Serve and enjoy! 

#recipereel #sidedishrecipes #sidedishes #cornsalad #cornrecipes #barbecuerecipes #recipereels #easyrecipeideas #easyrecipesformoms
You'll just have to excuse me this week. I'm feeli You'll just have to excuse me this week. I'm feeling extra sappy. I love sharing a birthday week with my boy, and I'm extra grateful for another year with my tiny bestie. πŸ’•

Thanks for all the birthday love! Can't wait to celebrate my sweet boy the rest of the week! 

Cover photo is from the incredibly talented @keikilaniphotography 

#toddlermoments #dailymotherhood #toddlerboymom #toddlermomma #twoyearolds
It's my birthday! We're making glitter drinks! ✨ It's my birthday! We're making glitter drinks! ✨

This is my favorite way to make a regular drink feel fancy! Sprinkle a little edible glitter in a silicone mold and fill with water and freeze. When it melts, your drink will be cute and sparkly.

My drink today is two ounces of bourbon, one ounce of peach syrup, lemon juice and club soda! Stir and watch it sparkle. 

#glittercocktail #peachcocktail #birthdaydrink #birthdaycocktails #edibleglitter #easydrinks #easydrink #easydrinking #signaturedrinks #recipereel
Today we're making golf tee cupcakes for the Maste Today we're making golf tee cupcakes for the Masters! ⛳️

First, either make or purchase cupcakes with green frosting. My kitchen was under construction for this video, so I purchased mine. But you can easily make your own and even use the grass piping tip to make grass. 

Then I found these golf-tee toothpicks. Place one in each cupcake. 

Then use cookie icing to secure a white chocolate truffle to each of the tees. 

Allow the icing to harden, serve and enjoy!

#mastersparty #masterssunday #masterstournament #springdesserts #golfcupcakes #golfparty #golfpartyideas #springparty #recipereels #cupcakereel #cupcakereels
Obsessed!! From the day we got the cabinets painte Obsessed!! From the day we got the cabinets painted to the finished project with backsplash and under cabinet lighting. I love our kitchen so much! 

We are going to replace the outlet and switch covers to blend a little more, but for now, we are so excited to have this completed kitchen! 

#kitchenreno #kitchenbeforeandafter #kitchenremodels #kitchenrenos #kitchenrenovations #farrowandballpaint #kitchencabinetsmakeover #kitchenbacksplash #kitchenidea #kitcheninspo #coastalgrandmother
Today, we're making a super simple centerpiece for Today, we're making a super simple centerpiece for your Masters viewing parties. ⛳️ 

First, take a vase and place a small shot glass in the bottom. 

Then fill the vase around the shot glass with golf balls. 

Place the stems of some faux grass into the shot glass and use for decoration!πŸŒπŸ»β€β™‚οΈ

#masterstournament #masterssunday #mastersparty #golfparty #golfpartyideas #centerpieceideas #centerpiecesideas
Today, we're making bunny bundts for Easter. 🐰 Today, we're making bunny bundts for Easter. 🐰

My kitchen was still under construction for this video, so I prepurchased my mini bundt cakes, but feel free to make your own! 

Use a tube of green icing and a grass piping tip to create grass on the top of the bundt. 

Then use a toothpick to secure a bunny peep in the grass. Place a few eggs and jelly beans around the bunny. Serve and enjoy!

#easterrecipes #minibundtcakes #bunnybundts #easterdesserts #easterdessert #easterparty #easterdinner #recipereel #easterideas #springdessert #minibunny #minibundt
Today we're making Rainbow Cookie Sandwiches for S Today we're making Rainbow Cookie Sandwiches for St. Patrick's Day. 🌈 

First either make or purchase M&M chocolate chip cookies to represent your rainbow. My kitchen is still under construction, so I purchased mine from the grocery store. 

Then fill a ziploc bag with frosting and snip off the corner. Coat the back of the cookie with frosting and then place another cookie on top. Squeeze until the frosting is at the edge then roll the entire cookie in green sprinkles. 

Serve and enjoy! πŸ€

#stpatricksdaycookies #stpatricksdaytreats #springcookies #rainbowcookies #cookierecipes #recipereel #easyrecipesformoms #easyrecipesforkids #stpatricksday2023
#ad Today is March 14, or Pi Day! πŸ₯§ Today we #ad Today is March 14, or Pi Day! πŸ₯§ 

Today we are baking a fun Pi Day-themed apple pie from @pollyspies who offers nationwide shipping on their delicious double-crusted pies! After 55 years in business, Polly's pies are still family-owned! 

There are lots of pie flavors to choose from and the pies ship directly to you frozen and packaged in dry ice. Add a little egg wash, and bake for a delicious, classic pie! 🍎

Sending a pie is a great idea for someone celebrating a birthday, a new baby or who just would love a traditional, delicious pie! 

You can use my code helen15 for 15% off your order of $50 or more! Happy Pi Day! πŸ’•

#pollyspies #saveroomforpie #pollyspiespartner #recipereel #pidaypie #pierecipes #applepierecipe
  • SHOP
    • INSTAGRAM
    • AMAZON
    • GIFT GUIDES
  • ABOUT
    • FAQ
    • Disclaimer
  • BLOG
  • LET’S WORK TOGETHER
  • HOLIDAY HUB
    • Super Bowl
    • Valentine’s Day
    • St. Patricks Day
    • Easter
    • Masters Tournament
    • Mother’s Day
    • Father’s Day
    • 4th of July
    • Halloween
    • Thanksgiving
    • Christmas
    • New Year’s Eve
  • FREEBIES
    • Charcuterie Basics Course
    • 12 Cocktails of Christmas
    • Midsize Style Guide
  • Home
  • Blog
  • Shop
  • Contact

Helen G. Bailey

  • WEAR
  • PRIMP
  • ENTERTAIN
  • DECORATE
  • DINE
  • FAMILY

Finess · October 29, 2015

Trying to Halloween as an Adult

Is it just me or is there too much pressure placed on Halloween? Maybe it’s the fact that it’s on a Saturday. Like “you must go out in an awesome costume and have fun because you don’t have to be at work tomorrow.” I still do not have concrete plans or a costume and I’m actually stressed. I almost want to borrow someone’s kid and take it Trick-Or-Treating so I can just be off the hook for wearing no clothes when it’s cold and forced into bars with the rest of Atlanta. 

In college, Halloween was easy. We celebrated for two weeks straight, had a different costume for every night which usually consisted of a black dress and animal ears…like seriously Hel…what were you thinking with this outfit.
We went to whatever party was going on that night and then headed to good ole downtown Milly.
I love dressing up. My favorite part of being in a sorority was the fact that we had a theme party twice a month, and I went all out. No joke, I actually made a dress out of conversation hearts for our sweetheart mixer. So Halloween was ALWAYS my favorite holiday because the whole world was on my level.
When I was lazy or rushed I did the classic black dress and animal ears…

But some nights I went ALL out. Y’all I made this black swan costume, wore my old pointe shoes and red contacts all night. Commitment. Also Popeye and the Black Swan did indeed attend the party together but were not quite committed enough for couple’s costumes yet.

I also made this one. Stephen and I were jack and the beanstalk and I was a beanstalk. I made that skirt, covered my whole outfit in leaves and had awful green makeup on. That man is not Stephen, but this picture is too good not to share. 
This man is Stephen lol…
My point is not that I don’t like Halloween. I love Halloween. I don’t like Halloween as an adult because it makes me feel old. Last year I was off the hook because I was in Disney World. The year before we actually had a party on Nov. 2 and just pretended like Halloween didn’t happen the first time around. I haven’t come up with a costume and I don’t even have concrete plans! The girl I was a few years ago would probably whip her animal ears at me in disgust if she could see me now.
And if you really want to know a secret, I don’t even care. I’m so tired I would love to stay in and watch Hocus Pocus and The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown. The old lady that I have become would rather eat a bucket of Skittles in my over sized sweatshirt, fleece lined leggings, and wool socks. If Halloween was on a Tuesday that is exactly what I would be doing. But because it is on a Saturday my millennial body will feel the pressures of the world, dress up and go drink candy corn jello shots with the rest of Atlanta because that is what I am expected to do. 
Adulting is hard. 
And seriously, help me with a costume…. 

In: Finess

You’ll Also Love

My Best Friend’s Wedding
Summer Book Ta-Da List
Date Night Playlist

Comments

  1. Brittany@TheLadyLawyer says

    October 29, 2015 at 7:19 pm

    I love Halloween so much more as an adult! I saw a really cute costume idea that looks like the dancing girls emoji! Basically just a black leotard thing, black flats, and a black bow

  2. Jeans and a Tank Top says

    October 29, 2015 at 7:51 pm

    Helen. Helen, Helen, Helen. I feel like you need a pep talk. This is YOUR day, Helen. You LOVE this stuff. It's only Thursday, and you've done more in less time! (I feel like that would be true, so I went with it) f you let this opportunity pass you by, there's a distinct possibility that you won't get another costume-tunity for 365 days! IT'S TIME TO RALLY, HELEN!!!

  3. Life with Lolo says

    October 29, 2015 at 8:46 pm

    YES TO ALL OF THIS!!!!! Now that I'm an adult I feel like this every year. And the thing, because it's on a Saturday I feel like I HAVE to go out and make the most of it. What I really want to do though is stay home, watch movies and drink pumpkin beer. I'll put on cat ears while I do it if that will make everyone happy. I have two girl friends who are SO into Halloween and can't imagine why I'm not excited. It's a lot of work! I did the costume thing a lot in college and maybe I'm costumed out. I just so feel you on this one!!!! PS – being a black cat this year again because it's easy!

  4. Alexandra Stacey says

    October 29, 2015 at 9:31 pm

    I agree with all of this. BUT! Think of all the fun things that you could be that are comfy! I have to work on Halloween night, so my friends and I are being Captain planet and the planeteers so that we can wear shorts and t-shirts. Planning ahead.

  5. Amanda - Voyage of the MeeMee says

    October 30, 2015 at 1:01 am

    "The old lady that I have become would rather eat a bucket of Skittles in my over sized sweatshirt, fleece lined leggings, and wool socks." This WILL be me, regardless of it being a Saturday. lol

  6. Lindsay Latimer says

    October 30, 2015 at 1:23 am

    But you're SO GOOD at Halloween! I get it, though. I haven't dressed up since my senior sorority Halloween party in college!

  7. Rachel Gault says

    October 30, 2015 at 2:08 am

    Girl, just stay in and marathon Halloween movies! Going out is overrated, especially on crazy nights where literally EVERYONE will be out at the bars!

  8. Paige (The Last Doughnut) says

    October 30, 2015 at 1:01 pm

    I don't like Halloween. Even as a little kid, I wasn't crazy about it. I felt weird going up to strangers' houses and asking them for candy! I like watching everyone else, but I would rather sit in front of the fireplace with a glass of wine!

  9. Alanna @ Alanna and Company says

    October 30, 2015 at 2:06 pm

    This is totally the first year of a classy costume for me! I also can't handle going out. One of my friends went out last night, (I didn't make it past the pregame before i went to bed) going out tonight, and then has a bar crawl saturday. NOPE. I can't handle it anymore.

  10. Kristen @ See You In A Porridge says

    October 30, 2015 at 2:30 pm

    girl, stay home, curl up with some snacks and a blanket!!
    i have only been dressing up for like, 4 years. i didn't get to do it as a kid. if i did, i would be so over it as an adult. but it's fun, i get to pretend i'm a kid / teenager. i imagine this will be my last year, maybe. we'll see. and i don't have to work sunday, but i did tell my friend i would run with her, so that should be fun.

Next Post >

Twinkling in Turquoise

hi, i’m helen

About Me
Welcome to Helengbailey.com, a digital lifestyle haven where I share the best in affordable style, beauty, food, DIY, family and home decor. As a former certified event planner, I also offer lots of tips and inspiration to plan the perfect party.

Search This Blog

join the hive

Reader Favorites

trending now

instagram

Follow @helengbailey

Today we're making frito corn salad! This might be Today we're making frito corn salad! This might be the most southern dish I've ever made. However, it is a perfect side to take to a barbecue or to make for a summer party. 

It's also the perfect dish to make if your kitchen is under construction like mine was for this video. It's a cold dish so nothing to heat up. 

First, mix together two cans of drained whole-kernel corn, two cups of mexican blend cheese, one cup of light mayo, diced red pepper, pepper and a bit of cilantro in a bowl. Then, add crushed Chili Cheese Fritos and mix well. Serve and enjoy! 

#recipereel #sidedishrecipes #sidedishes #cornsalad #cornrecipes #barbecuerecipes #recipereels #easyrecipeideas #easyrecipesformoms
You'll just have to excuse me this week. I'm feeli You'll just have to excuse me this week. I'm feeling extra sappy. I love sharing a birthday week with my boy, and I'm extra grateful for another year with my tiny bestie. πŸ’•

Thanks for all the birthday love! Can't wait to celebrate my sweet boy the rest of the week! 

Cover photo is from the incredibly talented @keikilaniphotography 

#toddlermoments #dailymotherhood #toddlerboymom #toddlermomma #twoyearolds
It's my birthday! We're making glitter drinks! ✨ It's my birthday! We're making glitter drinks! ✨

This is my favorite way to make a regular drink feel fancy! Sprinkle a little edible glitter in a silicone mold and fill with water and freeze. When it melts, your drink will be cute and sparkly.

My drink today is two ounces of bourbon, one ounce of peach syrup, lemon juice and club soda! Stir and watch it sparkle. 

#glittercocktail #peachcocktail #birthdaydrink #birthdaycocktails #edibleglitter #easydrinks #easydrink #easydrinking #signaturedrinks #recipereel
Today we're making golf tee cupcakes for the Maste Today we're making golf tee cupcakes for the Masters! ⛳️

First, either make or purchase cupcakes with green frosting. My kitchen was under construction for this video, so I purchased mine. But you can easily make your own and even use the grass piping tip to make grass. 

Then I found these golf-tee toothpicks. Place one in each cupcake. 

Then use cookie icing to secure a white chocolate truffle to each of the tees. 

Allow the icing to harden, serve and enjoy!

#mastersparty #masterssunday #masterstournament #springdesserts #golfcupcakes #golfparty #golfpartyideas #springparty #recipereels #cupcakereel #cupcakereels
Obsessed!! From the day we got the cabinets painte Obsessed!! From the day we got the cabinets painted to the finished project with backsplash and under cabinet lighting. I love our kitchen so much! 

We are going to replace the outlet and switch covers to blend a little more, but for now, we are so excited to have this completed kitchen! 

#kitchenreno #kitchenbeforeandafter #kitchenremodels #kitchenrenos #kitchenrenovations #farrowandballpaint #kitchencabinetsmakeover #kitchenbacksplash #kitchenidea #kitcheninspo #coastalgrandmother
Today, we're making a super simple centerpiece for Today, we're making a super simple centerpiece for your Masters viewing parties. ⛳️ 

First, take a vase and place a small shot glass in the bottom. 

Then fill the vase around the shot glass with golf balls. 

Place the stems of some faux grass into the shot glass and use for decoration!πŸŒπŸ»β€β™‚οΈ

#masterstournament #masterssunday #mastersparty #golfparty #golfpartyideas #centerpieceideas #centerpiecesideas
Today, we're making bunny bundts for Easter. 🐰 Today, we're making bunny bundts for Easter. 🐰

My kitchen was still under construction for this video, so I prepurchased my mini bundt cakes, but feel free to make your own! 

Use a tube of green icing and a grass piping tip to create grass on the top of the bundt. 

Then use a toothpick to secure a bunny peep in the grass. Place a few eggs and jelly beans around the bunny. Serve and enjoy!

#easterrecipes #minibundtcakes #bunnybundts #easterdesserts #easterdessert #easterparty #easterdinner #recipereel #easterideas #springdessert #minibunny #minibundt
Today we're making Rainbow Cookie Sandwiches for S Today we're making Rainbow Cookie Sandwiches for St. Patrick's Day. 🌈 

First either make or purchase M&M chocolate chip cookies to represent your rainbow. My kitchen is still under construction, so I purchased mine from the grocery store. 

Then fill a ziploc bag with frosting and snip off the corner. Coat the back of the cookie with frosting and then place another cookie on top. Squeeze until the frosting is at the edge then roll the entire cookie in green sprinkles. 

Serve and enjoy! πŸ€

#stpatricksdaycookies #stpatricksdaytreats #springcookies #rainbowcookies #cookierecipes #recipereel #easyrecipesformoms #easyrecipesforkids #stpatricksday2023
#ad Today is March 14, or Pi Day! πŸ₯§ Today we #ad Today is March 14, or Pi Day! πŸ₯§ 

Today we are baking a fun Pi Day-themed apple pie from @pollyspies who offers nationwide shipping on their delicious double-crusted pies! After 55 years in business, Polly's pies are still family-owned! 

There are lots of pie flavors to choose from and the pies ship directly to you frozen and packaged in dry ice. Add a little egg wash, and bake for a delicious, classic pie! 🍎

Sending a pie is a great idea for someone celebrating a birthday, a new baby or who just would love a traditional, delicious pie! 

You can use my code helen15 for 15% off your order of $50 or more! Happy Pi Day! πŸ’•

#pollyspies #saveroomforpie #pollyspiespartner #recipereel #pidaypie #pierecipes #applepierecipe
Picking just a few photos to share from our family Picking just a few photos to share from our family photoshoot with @keikilaniphotography was the hardest thing ever! 

I'm saving Ben's 2-year-old portraits for his birthday so that made it a little easier, but every picture Jennifer sent us is just perfection.

Love these two with all my heart. So grateful for this life. πŸ’•

Linking mine and Ben's outfits in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/44beG

#familyphotoshootideas #familyphotooutfits #toddlermoments #shopltk #ltkfamily

Work With Me

  • About
  • Let’s Work Together
  • FAQ
  • Disclaimer

join the hive

Shop My Favorites

Copyright © 2023 Helen G. Bailey · Theme by 17th Avenue