The first time I took my daughter to the dentist, she would not open her mouth. Really. She did not open her mouth the entire time. No amount of pleading, begging and {yes, I’ll admit} even bribing was going to change her mind. It was one of those moments I thought “Wow, I guess I…
game night :: family favorites
We are family game folks. For us, well…most of us 😉 it isn’t about winning. It really is all about having fun, and we have a lot of fun. It’s not unusual for us to end up laughing so hard we can’t breathe, and most of our inside jokes came to life during game time….
halloween tricks or treats for babies :: review
Just because you have a baby, doesn’t mean your sweet little things can’t get festive this Halloween season too! I wanted to share 5 companies, briefly, with you today showcasing the creativity you can introduce for Halloween! In addition, if you are in the Grand Rapids, MI area, I’ll be sharing these on WZZM13, the…
carve & create an olaf pumpkin :: gutting a pumpkin tip :: diy
Did you carve your pumpkins yet? I stumbled on this super easy Olaf pumpkin carving template. I promise it is not hard! HERE is the link with the free printable you can download. Cut the bottom of your pumpkins open to de-goop them. Stack your pumpkins to decide the best placement for the template. Cut out…
complete your celebration with an edwards pie :: review + giveaway
Are you ready for the holidays and fun occasions that include food and dessert? I know I am. When I am not prepared or an event has been sprung on me last minute, I always grab and Edwards pie to share. It is easy thaw out and serve. This season, Edwards is sharing with us…
man stuff by josh turner :: review + giveaway
When I hear the name Josh Turner, I think of a velvety smooth voice that could sing to me ANY time! His rich, deep voice has won the hearts of thousands of women, but it is what’s behind the voice that really matters! He is a man of faith, family and fatherhood! In his book…
a simple tip :: christmas tree
Before you know it Christmas will be here. We wanted to share some great easy and fun tips regarding your Christmas tree. Quick and Easy Christmas Tree Tips Christmas is a magical time of year, but for many moms it can quickly become stressful. Between presents, family, meal prep and of course coordinating everything with…
a new tinkerbell, are you as excited as we are? :: coming soon
When I saw this, I grinned ear to ear! My 3 year old is completely obsessed with any and ALL things Tinkerbell! Check this out – and I want to hear your thoughts too after you read below!! INTRODUCING “TINKER BELL AND THE LEGEND OF THE NEVERBEAST”: GINNIFER GOODWIN AS THE VOICE OF ‘FAWN’ AND THE ALL-NEW…
fall in love with fall with pepperidge farms :: review
I love Fall. I’ll save you from my “Oh, Fall, how I love thee. Let me count they ways!” list and just say there is really only one thing I don’t like about Fall: Fall = Very Busy Family Life As much as I would love to spend hours in the kitchen making Fall treats…
DIY flowers made easy with bloominous :: review
Having planned my own wedding “once upon a time” ago, I know the fun that planning a wedding entails, but I also know the stress of it as well. Unfortunately most often the stress revolves around finances, and one of the most expensive parts of a wedding can be the flowers. Because of this, a…
high road organizers transform your trip into a smooth ride from start to finish :: review
Travel season is almost upon us. Moms, dads, and grandparents nationwide are starting to formulate their holiday plans, getting ready to hit the road. Our trips are usually pretty long ones, spanning a decent portion of our great nation. By the time we reach our destination, our car is scattered with toys, wrappers, movies, and…
write your child into the story with penwizard’s personalized peppa pig books :: review
How fun is it to have something with your name on it? My friend Dani gave all of her bridesmaids a personalized mirror when she got married and 11 years later, it is still one of my most prized possessions. Now take that simple joy and apply it to a children’s book that can be…











