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Happy Friday, friends! This week was 1000x times more productive than the past few weeks. I got so many things for my home, for the blog, and for myself done and feel so much more at peace physically and mentally. Definitely more relaxed than I felt in all of June, which I’m thankful for. I talked a lot about heading to the beach in my last post (check it out for 4th of July outfit Inspo!), unfortunately, like I thought, heading out to the Island just wasn’t in the cards for my husband and I this year. It’s totally cool though because I think my city is having a fireworks show, which I can’t wait to enjoy! I know it’ll be great because I’ll also be celebrating Fourth of July with Rico’s snacks! I made a quick party tray to give y’all some yummy food inspo for the fourth! 
This will probably be a short post with a lot of pictures because- it really is so easy! Something that you have to know about me, if you already don’t, is: I don’t like to struggle. Hosting can be overwhelming on its own, so when I entertain I keep things as simple as possible.
I started with this serving platter (similar, for less) that we got as a wedding gift and have used a million times in two years! it seriously helps me fulfill my “life goals”. After pulling this out, I put the gourmet nacho cheese into the center dish and heated it up for 2 minutes (you’re more than welcome to put it on the stove, but like I said, “I keep it simple”- maybe add some milk to make it a little less thick. I love it as is!). While that was heating up I started adding the original nacho chips to two of the outside trays (because who doesn’t love an original). After that I added two different popcorn flavors to the remaining two trays! I chose cheddar and butter because I’m a fan of the classics, obvi! I heard the Rico’s Hatch Popcorn Is also V yummy. By the time you’re done with the chips and popcorn your cheese should be done! That’s it! 
shop my look
Y’all this eyelet lace top is what my dreams are made of. I will probably be wearing it all summer. Don’t judge me. And remember when I said I wasn’t into pearl headbands…well I have to retract that statement. I think my non-layered hair is helping this situation.
I hope y’all are feeling a little inspired for your fourth of July celebrations! I think this platter would be great for a girl’s night or a movie night! I’d definitely add some pickles in that case! What are y’all’s plans for the fourth? LMK in the comments below! Have a great weekend, y’all!
