I’m kicking off my week of asparagus recipes with soup 🙂Soup?! Didn’t we just decide that winter is over and warmer weather is in the air?? Yep! And I’m ALL about that! But this soup is SO good, and asparagus comes but once a year where I live. So we do it up in as…
drinkware people love :: bubba brands :: review
There are all types of bottles and cups out there. All are very different in some way. I want to introduce you to bubba brands bottles. I received the HERO and raptor bottles to try out. I really think both bottles are great. I could like the HERO a little more because it is pink….
the little mermaid: diamond edition, coming october 1 :: information
My girls have a favorite princess. Of the Disney princesses, more often than not, both of my girls consistently are drawn to The Little Mermaid. I received an email about the new Little Mermaid coming out in October, 2013…and I couldn’t be happier! We have updated quite a few of the Disney movies to Blu-Ray,…
satisfy your sweet tooth with edwards pies :: review
Who likes pie? Did you know that March 14th is National Pi Day? For most people, this “holiday” is all about math, but for Edwardsâ desserts it’s all about “PI.E,” which happens to be the mirror reflection of 3.14! They contacted me, so I could share with you their delicious pies. My favorite is the…
drink it with SIGG :: review
This Spring, SIGG Switzerland is teaming up with Cuipo to introduce a capsule collection of bottles in adorable designs for kids. SIGG is excited to announce its collaboration with Cuipo, a social enterprise whose mission is rainforest conservation through creative brand campaigns. Check out my previous review on SIGG and Kate’s review. We love these cups. They simply are the best. I love…
a simple craft :: may day baskets
It’s hard to believe that we are already at the end of April! But, if the saying is true, then I’m ready to say “Good-bye, April Showers! Hello, May Flowers!!” And what better way to welcome May and its beautiful flowers than with an adorable May Day flower basket for your neighbors! May Day, celebrated…
a simple recipe :: peanut butter fingers
Do you have sentimental recipes in your box? I certainly do. My grandma wrote out this recipe for me when I got married in 2004. I pull it out and enjoy seeing her handwriting every time I make Peanut Butter Fingers. It reminds me I should call her more often too. This recipe will be…
new children’s book, david carter’s 100 :: review and giveaway
Learning to count is something that is talked about daily in our home lately. Adalynn, who will turn 4 in less than two weeks is very in to learning right now. I am thrilled with this as it’s something totally fun her and I can do together. I think it’s even more fun when we…
drive it home show :: information for local readers #DriveitHome #CGC
Here is a fun little event, specific to the Grand Rapids, MI region. There is an event coming, presented by the National Safety Council and Allstate Foundation. Keep reading if you want to take part in this too! First off, I’d love for you to attend the Drive it Home Show, Wednesday, May 1. If…
a recipe :: tapas heaven :: stuffed peppers #sponsored
It’s starting to get pretty lovely here in Michigan. Time to start thinking Spring food, getting outside, being crafty, trying new things…oh the possibilities!! Today we have a fun Sponsored recipe here for you. Give it a try and let us know what you think if you do! Enjoy! Spring is in the air, spelling…
think mophie for mother’s day :: review
We’ve all become so accustomed to using our phones for just about everything these days, haven’t we? It’s our camera, social media mothership, calculator, calendar, video recorder, shopping assistant, email device, text center and some people still actually use them as an actual phone! Unfortunately, no matter how much battery life they put in these…
a simple real food recipe :: strawberries and cream oatmeal breakfast cookies
Portable bowl of oatmeal?! Grab and go out the door before school, off to the park, or off to work! Sound good? Good! Let’s do this! You’ll Need: 2 cups oats (Not quick oats. If you are gluten free be sure they say gluten free oats – like THESE) ¼ blended oats (This is just…









