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Now that we are fully experiencing spring my kids and I have been getting outside more and more to enjoy the changes we can see all around us. Everything is an opportunity to learn from the blossoming fruit trees, to newly arrived birds building their nests, the swans determinedly incubating their eggs, to the bugs…
As the BUSIEST.TIME.OF.THE.YEAR is upon us, I can’t help but want to run around in yoga pants all day long to all the places I have to go. But, since I don’t actually do that, I am always on the lookout for cute wear that feels comfortable like yoga pants, but looks cute and put…
Snack time is a huge thing in our house. How is it possible that they are asking for a snack while they are eating dinner? Seriously, they are asking what is for snack while eating. I always say if your still hungry eat more dinner then you won’t need a snack. Let’s face it though…that…
With summer right around the corner, it’s time to get outdoors with the whole family! Need some motivation to get those kids off the couch and into the backyard? Look no further than Backyard Discovery’s wooden swing sets. Amber at Viva Veltoro recently shared how their new swing set is bringing her family together and…
New Series 3 Surprizamals by Beverly Hills Teddy Bear Company have arrived! These adorable pop out and play friends are quite loved by my 9, 7, and 4 year old. Series 3 includes Hannah the Horse, Fin the Dolphin, and !! super secret !! Surprizamals. Do you remember THIS post with the series 2 Surprizamals?…
Despite the fact that I started my day in a winter coat, spring is here! And while I’m ready for the sunshine, my skin isn’t! Yep, it spent the winter getting dried out in the indoor heat and bitter cold outside. Even with amazing skin care products, my skin is ready for a refresher in…
I think many momma’s out there agree that we could use a little more sleep every night! Restless nights with little sleep start during pregnancy and I’m not quite sure when they end! I actually have to say I’ve been blessed with good little sleepers overall, but somehow still sleep is not the same as…
There are always several must have items for baby when they come. As a first time mom, there are things you want to know and need help with when it comes to taking care of your baby. I know when I had my first baby, I wanted to anything and everything I could about the…
My kids are in full-on countdown mode! Every morning they check the calendar…”5 weeks and 2 days left, mom!” Don’t misunderstand, they actually love school and I know they’ll be sad when that last day does finally come. But they are also really excited about Summer Vacation, too. Of course, as the mom, I know…
It is that time of year where we are doing the rounds of appreciation gifts for teachers, care givers, coaches, bus drivers, etc. While I have some amazingly creative friends who can use paint, elbow grease, and creativity to magically create gifts that everyone on their list will love I personally struggle to not spend…
Being a mom and thinking about how much I love my mom makes me stop and think how lucky I am. We celebrate Mother’s Day to cherish the moms in our lives. But while there’s no question that the woman who raised us deserves our utmost gratitude and affection, there are actually deeper reasons as…
When I became a mom, I had no idea how my time would no longer be my own. My kids are old enough now that I can usually get out the door with mascara on both eyes, but I do sympathize if you are in the stage of motherhood when you may get interrupted 452…