Happy Valentine’s Day.
playbrites :: magical light show
Our newest bedtime salutations go something like this… Goodnight, sleep tight, don’t let the Playbrites bite! Then we laugh, because our Playbrite would never bite! This toy reminds me of a light up version of a Mr. Potato head. You can make a kitty, bunny, puppy, dino dragon, shark, or unicorn. The pieces are interchangeable…
vacation fun at legoland florida
My family and I just got back from a week in Florida. It was the perfect getaway in February and we came back knowing there can’t be too much more winter…right? A girl can dream! We stayed in the Orlando area but were excited to see that Legoland Florida wasn’t too far away and we…
share the love this valentine’s day
Valentine’s Day is a couple days away! As a teacher, it was always one of my favorite days in the classrooms. I loved how excited the kids were to give and receive valentines from their friends! I also loved doing activities leading up to the day. Because it seemed to be a favorite for the…
devil’s food cake with a twist :: a simple valentine’s day dessert
One of our very favorite holidays is coming up next week! We love Valentine’s Day at our house…the giving of Valentine’s cards, the little heart shaped boxes of chocolate, our traditional Red & White dinner (Belgian waffles with strawberry sauce!) It’s even more fun now that two of our three kids have school parties to help with…if I could…
wearing bogs footwear and keeping their feet warm
How’s the weather where you are? We are preparing for for a winter storm over here. We are all set with out snow gear and thankful for our BOGS footwear to keep our feet toasty and warm. Now, I know I have shared this brand with you before. Guess what? We are still in love with…
farmhouse cleaning :: the many uses of white vinegar
With three kids in the house I try to use as many natural products as I can. I have much better things to do than worry about little hands getting in to harmful chemicals and with limited shelf space I greatly appreciate products that can multitask. It’s no wonder that I love using white vinegar…
disney on ice :: follow your heart :: {bay area} giveaway
We are big Disney on Ice fans. World’s of Enchantment, Dream Big, Dare to Dream are a few shows we’ve had the privilege of attending. Lots of happy family memories are made at these events. For our Bay Area readers, Disney on Ice is presenting FOLLOW YOUR HEART. Follow your heart straight to adventure at Disney…
5 easy tips for pairing wine with food
Does your self-care routine include taking the time to enjoy some grown-up activities? Even if you don’t have the resources for a weekend away at the spa or a night on the town, you can make your normal weekday night seem a little more sophisticated with a glass of really good wine. You may think…
having a party using nothing but parties
Sometimes getting prepared for a party can be overwhelming. I always used to be the type where you plan 4-6 months in advance. With my 3rd child, I have been slacking and only preparing 1-2 months prior. Not cool! It does give me enough time to order fun party favors and fun decor for the…
how to keep your family from crashing your diet
Dieting is full of pitfalls, like powerful cravings, bakery windows filled with tempting treats, and fast food on every corner. One of the biggest challenges is being the only person in the family who is trying to stick to a diet. Your loved ones want the best for you, but they may not understand how…
cool cursive flashcard game
Do you remember how exciting it was when you FINALLY got to learn cursive? I recall feeling quite important once I knew how to write in cursive and I was enamored with neat penmanship. There’s also something to being able to read in cursive. You can finally read that card from grandma that is written…