My kids are far apart in ages. 5 and 1/2 years to be exact. (Read all out why we waited to add a sibling) Since my youngest still naps and needs that nap (I need that nap too!) I have to keep my oldest entertained and quiet. On Pinterest one night I came across an idea to keep kids busy with some type of independent activities. I rummaged through the play room and found so ... Read More
Easy Father’s Day Gifts from the Kids
If you're in need of some easy DIY ideas for Father's Day, we've got you covered! I have a couple of my own ideas to share, and several great ones that I found on Pinterest. Everything on this list is pretty quick and easy to do (and sweet)! Last year I dressed my girls up in their Daddy's clothes, hung a white sheet from our mantle, and we had a fun little photo shoot! I ... Read More
Summer Fun 2014
It is officially summer in my house. You have no idea how good it feels!! I have been counting down the weeks/days/hours since about October of this year. (It was a rough year for me!) We have lots of summer plans and I can't wait to share them with you! Here's a look into some thing we'd like to do! Every week I'll updating and telling you all about our summer of ... Read More
Child’s Birthday Party: To DIY or Not to DIY
Kids' Vintage-Inspired Gumball Birthday Party, HGTV I am fresh off the birthday party planning crazy-train, and I ask myself...could I have handled this more simply? Recently my oldest had a cute little birthday party in the food court at the Mall. Sounds like a smart and simple plan, right? And, so much cheaper than paying one large per-head sum to a jumping bouncing ... Read More