I recently was asked by Rent.com to contribute to an article about how to decorate small entryways. I’ve lived in many small homes, so I know a thing or two about the topic! I loved the ideas contributed by other experts as well; there is plenty of information here for creating a functional entryway that…
My kids started school today and I’m still in a bit of shock. The summer flew by so fast and not having them here all day feels super weird. It would be magical if my 4 year old wasn’t still home with me… not that I don’t like him, but he is bored out of…
One of the things that has always been important to my husband and myself is time away with one another. Three kids, two jobs and no family close by means life is hectic ALL THE TIME and rarely do we feel like we get a break. So once a year for the past three years,…
What a whirlwind of a year! This last week I have loved scrolling Facebook and seeing everyone reflect on their year; the good and bad, the ups and downs. Do you know how each of them ended? With a positive outlook on what was learned despite the challenges and a feeling of excitement for what’s…
As the holidays approach and we make our way through our Christmas Advent calendar, I see the kids eyes light up each night just hoping there is a “fun” card inside the envelope. Along with bible verses relating to the Christmas story, I also have some fun activities planned that I stuff in a few…
I have no idea. End of post. Ok, kidding. While I am not confident that I can claim “this is 100% how you get your toddler to stay in bed,” I do have experience on the topic and some advice to lend; because my 3 year old has drug me through the trenches on this…
I don’t know about you, but summer is not my best time as a parent. Want to watch TV? Ok! Want to watch a movie and eat popcorn? Ok! Want to play on the computer for 2 hours? Ok! Granted, I’m being slightly facetious and don’t just let my kids veg out on electronics all…
Back to school we go! Most kids will be starting school up again in the next few weeks (can you believe it?) and it’s time to ready ourselves – and simultaneously shout “hooray!”… Between trips, camps and sports, this summer seemed to fly by. I can’t believe I will have a preschooler, kindergartener and 2nd…
We’ve already had quite a few adventures this summer, partly because my kids were done with school in mid-May – but we also just happened to plan a lot of summer activities for the first full month of summer. After a quick visit to our house from Grammy & Papa (who live in California), we all…
Summer is almost upon us. Sometimes it sneaks up on us just like Christmas tends to; and before you know it, the entire summer is gone and you feel like you didn’t accomplish a single thing that you planned to. Don’t let this summer pass you by! Here are five ways you can be prepared…
