This and That
Published on March 26, 2026
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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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- It’s been really warm here, but we are skiing for as long as we can. Alta is still open.
- The MLB is back and we are excited about that.
- How’s your March Madness bracket looking? There have been some good games. We are cheering for Illinois tonight.
- The ultra-thick pancake is on the rise. I think our buttermilk pancakes are the best, but these look good and fun to try.
- How to design a kitchen, some helpful tips.

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- On the blog this week, a stunning salad, the salad our entire family can’t get enough of, and a delicious spring breakfast.
- I created two new cookie recipes this week. Let me know if you want the recipes! I know I have hundreds of cookie recipes on our site already and a cookie cookbook, but I still love coming up with new cookie recipes.
- I’ve had our windows open all week and the fresh spring air makes me happy!
- 40% off spring sale! I am eyeing this butter yellow cardigan, linen pants, and spring dress.
- I am watching Virgin River and this season is a little slow for me, anyone else? I will keep watching though.
- Cute top and shorts! Use code ZS-MARIALSPRING15 for 15% off (can use the code sitewide).
- New spring items at Trader Joe’s…but don’t buy their carrot cake cookies, make my cookies instead:) They are the BEST!
- My favorite self-tanning mousse. Use code TWOPEAS for 15% off and they are offering free shipping right now.
- Lemon blueberry cobbler bars, YES!
- The perfect tank.
- I’m going to be living in these shorts, they are so comfortable! They come in lots of colors!
- Love this for glowy skin and it’s on sale.
- Craving this!
Keep watching Virgin River, it gets better LOL
I will. I am not a quitter, ha!
Nothing can top your Buttermilk Pancakes! My daughter says we can only make pancakes at home because any that we have ordered in a restaurant are terrible in comparison. And bring on the new cookie recipes, Maria!
I love this! They really are the best pancakes:)
Would love your new cookie recipes! What kind are the ones in the picture?
Ok, I will put them on the blog soon! These are a banana chocolate chip situation:)
ALWAYS want to cookie recipes from you!!! Any cookie recipe I make of yours always brings endless compliments.
Awww, thanks! I will keep them coming!
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Yes please, I would love your new cookie recipes.
Great! Will share soon!
Are you watching “The Madison”, soo good!
And yes, Virgin River is slow and sappy this season.
No, I haven’t tried The Madison! I will add it to my list. Thanks!