I love gift giving. It has to be one of my favorite things to do!! Yes, receiving is fun too, but I LOVE giving!! That being said, if you are like me and want to give something cool, unique, special, then I have it for you today! Recently I have been adding one by one…
Category: holidays
yankee candle :: valentine’s day :: review + giveaway
I often associate holidays with scents. You’ve heard alot about Yankee Candles in the past few months HERE. I love burning candles. It makes our home feel more cozy, clean, and inviting. Valentine’s Day is coming up and I have been trying out True Rose. The 2 wick large candle has up to 85 hours of…
5 great fashion finds for valentine’s day from silpada!
Do you celebrate Valentine’s Day with your honey? We aren’t big into holiday’s like these, but so many people are. I think it’s super fun, and heck, we all need a good reason to celebrate. Right? Ha! Since I’m always looking for cool and fun things to share with you all, I had to share…
15 DIY Valentine’s cards for kids
Valentine’s Day is coming up! You know your kids are going to be asking you to help make some or get some cards at the store. The kids are not gonna care whether they are store bought or home made. Do what’s easiest for you and what your kids like. Are you ready? Have you…
how to make bath paint and bath crayons :: how-to + party favors #JohnsonsPartners
“I used baby products by JOHNSON’S® to care for my little one as part of a sponsored post for Socialstars – all opinions are my own! #johnsonspartners My littlest lady is turning one on the 26th. ONE! What happened this past year?!?! It flew by, that’s for sure!! We celebrate big time when it comes…
we cut back this Christmas and it was okay :: reflections on gift giving :: video of our surprise arrival to MI
We had our most meager Christmas this year, but as I reflect on the holidays, I have no regrets for cutting back. Did I cry a few weeks before Christmas when I thought we couldn’t get the kids any presents? yes. Was I being dramatic? yes. Um, I do write for a blog that provides…
the mother of all “mother’s rings” completes my #realmomstyle :: week #2
Well, hello there!! It’s week two and I haven’t left you yet lol! Remember last week how I told you I have a lot of fun things planned for you all this year? I’m not ready to roll all that out yet, but I have something pretty fabulous that I just HAD to share with…
luke’s toy factory. eco friendly. USA proud :: review
What was under out Christmas tree this year? I’m glad you asked!! This year we had some very special gifts for our sweet little boy, but one of our favorites was fire truck from Luke’s Toy Factory. Made in the USA, this fire truck is made from quality eco-friendly materials. It’s really cool! Luke’s Toy…
the 2015 girl of the year from american girl :: review and vlog {picture overload!!}
Do you recall the post I had for you all on the 1st? You know, the one announcing the NEW Girl of the Year from American Girl? Oh how fun it was and what excitement they had going up to this event. Yes, you can scour the vast internet and see what you can find…
the 2015 girl of the year from american girl :: information
For those that are obsessed with the American Girl Doll brand, this will most likely not be a surprise to you. Or maybe it will be because of all the hustle and bustle of the New Year setting in, you may have forgot that the NEW Girl of the Year, from American Girl, was released…
a HAPPY NEW YEAR from theSIMPLEmoms
As we enter 2015, we want to thank our sponsors, companies and readers for the wonderful partnerships we have. We look forward to what 2015 has to offer! Happy New Year!
here’s how i am celebrating new year’s eve with kids
I’m over on the Tommy Mommy blog today talking about celebrating New Year’s Eve with kids. How times have changed for so many!! I’d love it if you popped over and checked out the full post. Here, I’ll get you started and wet your palette… It seems there is New Year’s Before Kids and New…










