Like many people my age, I grew up watching Blue’s Clues. Then when I had my own kids, they watched it too- Shane’s 1st birthday party was even Blue’s Clues themed! Even though my kids are older now, we were all so excited when Blue’s Clues came back with the reboot Blue’s Clues & You! […]
Holiday Gift Idea: Magic Mixies Magical Crystal Ball
This post is brought to you by Magic Mixies Magical Crystal Ball by Moose Toys. All opinions are my own. One of the best things about the holidays is the magic of it all. From the beautiful decorations to the time spent with family to the presents under the tree, the Christmas magic never really […]
The Importance of Finding Your Community as a Parent
Post supported by @ameracadpeds @CDC. Opinions are my own. When I had my first son, I was in survival mode. In my childhood I had dealt with a lot of Adverse Childhood Experiences {ACEs} that I hadn’t really worked through yet, and I was the first of my friends to have kids so I had […]
A Christmas Story Christmas Movie Review | Interview with Peter Billingsley {Ralphie}
When I was a kid, my brother and I would have a sleepover every Christmas Eve. Neither of us did a very good job sleeping- we were both too excited for Christmas! So while we dozed and tried to patiently wait for morning, I would always play the A Christmas Story marathon on my TV. […]
4 Steps to the Perfect Coffee Lover’s Gift Basket Featuring Death Wish Coffee
This post is brought to you by Death Wish Coffee. All opinions are my own. We all know someone who loves coffee more than just about anything else. And why not- coffee is delicious, warm and cozy- and it helps make the things happen. If you’re looking for a great gift idea for a coffee […]
Gingerbread Muffins Recipe
Gingerbread is such a big part of Christmas- but what is gingerbread, really? In addition to cute decorations and adorable cookies, gingerbread is actually an entire category of baked goods that contain a set of spices- typically ginger, cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon. Those baked goods also usually have molasses in them, which is what gives […]
DIY The Nightmare Before Christmas Ornament: Zero the Dog
A few weeks ago I shared a DIY Oogie Boogie ornament, but we all know Zero is the cutest part of The Nightmare Before Christmas! He’s even cuter in felt ornament form, and he’s pretty easy to make, too! If you’re looking to make some DIY Halloween decorations- or to add some adorable DIY Christmas […]
Pumpkin Spice Cake Mix Cookies Recipe
Sure, pumpkin spice lattes are great- but have you had pumpkin spice cookies? These easy Pumpkin Spice Cookies are made using cake mix, which not only cuts down on prep time but also makes them extra fluffy and delicious! Unlike most pumpkin spice foods and drinks, these Pumpkin Spice Cake Mix Cookies don’t JUST have […]
Holiday Gift Ideas: Nintendo Switch Video Games and Gifts for the Whole Family!
My entire family is full of Nintendo fans, so every year it’s always a safe bet that there will be lots of Nintendo items under our Christmas tree. In fact, there are even some ON our tree as we have a lot of Nintendo Christmas ornaments! This year is no exception, with some super anticipated […]
Pumpkin Spice Air Fryer Donuts Recipe
This time of year, pumpkin spice is pretty much everywhere, adding a bit of fall to everyone’s favorite foods. And there’s good reason for that- it’s the perfect burst of flavor for everything from lattes to delicious donuts. I’m all about easy recipes, and these Pumpkin Spice Air Fryer Donuts are where it’s at! With […]