During these uncertain times, so many businesses are on the verge on not knowing what to do. Some are struggling huge while others are flourishing. Either way, my family and I have decided to shop local more than ever. Shopping local has always been something I love but now it’s almost a required thing when…
how to get beautiful curls with just for me
Where are my curly peeps at? I’m not one of them but my daughter is and our routine is always changing. We are always changing products on my daughter’s hair because it seems to no longer works. Many time we switch it up and go back to it. We are so glad to have found…
what to do when your children get bored
We are on week five of Distance Learning and being quarantined. Thankfully we do not live in the city to where my children have to stay indoors rather they are allowed to go outside and play as much as they want. The kids were bored the other day, and my oldest daughter decided to dress…
birthday parade :: surprise CHP guests :: tips and hindsight considerations
I’m not typically one to do something because everyone else is, but I have to say I’m so glad we tried the birthday parade. My youngest turned 7 on Sunday and we surprised him by inviting our friends and family to a parade. My mom made the comment, “Wow, I have never had a parade…
choice boards for distance learning
I’m not sure what types of assignments your children have for their Distance Learning, but my younger children have “Choice Boards”. Basically they choose one of two assignments per subject: math, ELA, PE, Art/music, social studies and science. However, after we selected the easier of the two assignments last week he was asked to complete…
shavemob :: coupon code for favorite affordable razor for men or women :: tips for home haircuts
Nobody is shaving their head over here, but I hear that’s the latest trend during quarantine. My oldest son (12) is loving his locks that he can toss around. He has never had it long because his school requires a shorter haircut so he’s taking advantage of his chance to let it grow. Speaking of…
a game to add to your quarantine fun from ubisoft!
My kids haven’t really ever been super in to video games/gaming/whatever you want to call it. They find a game and then spend a lot of time playing it, take a break for a while, then come back to it after a few weeks or months. It’s quite ideal. During these “gaming” times, when the…
distance learning classroom
As many of you are experiencing school closures state wide my family is experiencing it as well. In in state of South Carolina our state governor has canceled school through the end of April. However, at the end of the month I expect for him to cancel it for the remainder of the school year….
TROLLS WORLD TOUR – virtual activity kit & how to draw characters {#TrollsWorldTour}
Tomorrow night should be fun for those who love Trolls!! Oh my goodness, my girls have been counting down the days until the new Trolls World Tour movie is released. Due to the pandemic going on, Dreamworks is releasing TROLLS WORLD TOUR to at home on demand on April 10 – TOMORROW! Where can you…
some days I’ve got this – some days I don’t :: discounted emily ley planner on amazon
Time for our weekly check-in. How are we all doing? We had a few rainy days over here that didn’t bring out the best in us. Rain is no excuse for grumpiness though. We are determined to love each other a little better this week. I’m speaking to myself as well. While we are being…
virtual schooling, winging it…..or NOT
To who ever needs to know this, today is Thursday and the weekend is almost here. How’s everyone doing? I know guidelines are different from state to state. Are you in a state of shelter in place or LOCKDOWN? Or are you still able to go our and about? This is all just hard to…
living the chacos life
My daughter has been wanting a pair of Chacos for some time now, but I haven’t splurged to get her a pair. When Chacos offered to send her a pair of Women’s Z/Cloud 2X Sandal’s I jumped at the chance to feature them on the blog! I’m sure your world has been turned upside down…











