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Our summers stay pretty busy. We love getting outside, going to the pool or beach, planning picnics. You get the idea. But sometimes a mama needs some time at home! I’m talking laundry, making dinner, just having a little downtime. But just because we’re home doesn’t mean we’re sitting in front of a screen! It’s…
It’s not every day that a movie can be soulful, magical and a tear-jerker while still being full of both wonder and action. Pete’s Dragon definitely does all that and more. On my most recent mommy-son date night, I took my eight-year-old to a sneak peek of Pete’s Dragon. The movie begins with a bit…
It happens every. single. year. Summer flies by and I wonder how we’re already getting ready to head back to school. It’s met with sadness (at least for me)–an end to sleeping in, lazy days at the pool, and, since I’m a Michigan mom–sunshine! My kids are generally full of mixed emotions and I do…
Baby steps. Sometimes the path to clean eating comes in baby steps. For my family, we are trying to clean things up little by little. We’ve read a lot of those articles out lately “What happens to your body when you eat sugar” or “Why cane sugar is the better choice” or “The health benefits…
If you’re anything like me, you don’t love wearing a swimsuit. Not only does a suit seem to highlight everything I’d rather hide, but it feels so utilitarian–great for swimming only. But my kids like to jump in the pool, play at the park and kick a soccer ball around. Or they like to…
I love having a garden at home. From flowers to fruits and veggies, it’s so much more fun to use something from your own garden than to just buy it at the store. And if you use some simple tips, home gardening can be inexpensive and fun, too! First, get to know your yard…
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You all know by now that I’m pretty vigilant when it comes to sum protection. My dad and grandma both had skin cancer and, since I spent my teenage summers lifeguarding, I might be headed the same direction. But I’m taking measures for my children that I hope they will thank me for later…
I’ve written before about the snack subscription Love With Food. I love it because they send a variety of snacks every month so I can try lots of options without buying full boxes of everything. Then I know just what to look for when I’m shopping. And now Love With Food has acquired Send Me…
I love a cold drink in the summer. In fact, I start every day with a smoothie, have an iced coffee every afternoon and usually finish off dinner with another cold treat. So I thought I’d share a few of those recipes with you. Even in the summer when so many amazing fruits and veggies…
When I think of the perfect time to play inside, winter immediately comes to mind. Living in Michigan, we do a lot inside in the winter. But on a very hot day last week, I took my kids and my niece to Rebounderz and I’ve now decided that summer is the best time to go!…
I have a three-year-old. A very strong- willed three-year-old. And the twice daily toothbrushing routine was a struggle. Struggle isn’t a strong enough word, really. It was a battle. One I honestly dreaded. It got a bit better as he got older, but it was still a huge struggle too get him to open his…