Can you believe we’re two weeks from St. Patrick’s Day? It feels like Valentine’s Day was just yesterday! Yesterday, we got a package of Lucky Charms in the mail (thanks General Mills!) and my daughter used all the packing materials to make a present for Lucky the Leprechaun. She’s decided that we are absolutely going… [Read More]
Valentine’s Day treats to make with your kids
It’s almost Valentine’s Day, and while the husband and I don’t really make a big show of it, I LOVE celebrating as a family. Read: Don’t Say No to Valentine’s Day Making Valentine’s Day treats with your kids can be a fun and festive way to get creative, and make a delicious treat in the… [Read More]
15 Valentine’s Day Games for Kids
One of my favorite parts of Valentine’s Day is the time I get to spend with my family. The hubby and I don’t really “do” Valentine’s Day so we make it a family affair. We bake treats together, make a fun dinner and this year I want to play some fun Valentine themed games. We’ve… [Read More]
It’s the most wonderful time of the year!
This post is sponsored by At Home Stores. It’s here! My most favorite time of the year. I know the holiday season can be hectic and even stressful, but ignoring all that, the time from Thanksgiving to January 4 (my birthday!) is hands down the best part of the year for me. There’s just something… [Read More]
An (Almost) Sugar Free Easter Basket
I promise, I’m really not the lamest mom ever. But I do have a sort of personal vendetta against sugar. To give you a little background, some bizarre autoimmune conditions run in my family, so when my body completely freaked out after my second child, I started seeing a naturopath who helped me quickly see how… [Read More]
Handprint Shamrock: a quick and easy St. Patrick’s Day craft
I’m not anti-craft, but the thought of pulling out paint and glitter with kids, especially young kids, can strike fear into the hearts of the best of us. This St. Patrick’s Day craft is actually one that allows you to breathe easy. There is paint involved, but the process is pretty quick and the outcome is worthy of… [Read More]
Stocking Stuffers for the Whole Family
If you’ve been following me for some time, you’ll know that stockings are my number one favorite thing about Christmas. It’s always been a big deal in my family and it’s way more fun than the actual presents. Stockings can be filled with anything you can think of…candy, beauty items, any sort of fun tchotchke you… [Read More]
The must have holiday gifts for preschoolers
My goal every year is to stay on top of the holiday budget while making the best of our holiday gatherings and gift exchanges. This can be a challenge, but with a little research I have been able to find gifts that make everyone happy and fit within my budget. The past few weeks I have… [Read More]
Does Santa Wrap Gifts? And Other Tricky Questions
Is there really a Santa Claus? In my heart of hearts, my answer is still yes. There is a spirit, an energy, an air of magic, kindness, and giving that ripples its way through the Christmas season. This is Santa Claus. As a child, the Santa Magic ran strong in my house. My parents always… [Read More]
Easy Christmas Traditions You Still Have Time to Start
I am ALL for traditions. Seriously. I’m one of “those” people. I love the memories, the rituals, the comfort that comes with doing something you’ve done so many times before. It can also bring a lot of pressure though! YOU are creating the traditions your children will remember FOREVER! Yikes. I struggle with making the… [Read More]
