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Summer break is winding down! It is hard to believe that a new school year is right around the corner. I always used to get so excited about the beginning of the new school year; maybe it's the teacher in me. I love the new school supplies, backpacks, clothes, and how everyone is giddy with [...]
A year ago, I remember thinking only one more year of preschool! We have an entire year of brand new adventures and learning. I have 365 days to mentally prepare for the start of a big transition. And now, that year has almost come to an end! The first day of Kindergarten is looming, and [...]
When I was little, I remember my parents had a poem hanging in our hall. The poem was about small hands and how one day, they would be grown and all the tiny fingerprints and handprints that were on windows and walls would disappear. On a particularly crazy day with my own kids, when I [...]
We love any reason to celebrate at our house! We especially love celebrating St. Patrick's Day. Maybe it's because I am 26% Irish, or maybe we just love any excuse to eat yummy food and wear green. Traditionally, we celebrate with a big pot of Irish beef stew, and no meal is complete without decadent [...]
I don't know about you, but I cannot wait for spring! There is something about the newness of the season that makes me feel giddy, like a little kid. The sunshine, smell of fresh rain, new life springing up everywhere, and the colors just make me feel alive. To usher in all things new, I [...]
Recently, we took our two children (ages 4 and 2) to Disney World for a week. Maybe an ambitious adventure, but we had a wonderful trip and learned a few tips along the way. Here's a few tips! Get a Disney Planner Four parks, multiple characters, rides, shows, food, memory maker...what could be so hard [...]
During these long, cold, and often dreary days, I find myself dreaming of sunshine and warm days. To help beat the winter blues, I love to warm up with a bowl of soup. Comfort can be found in the delicious aromas and steam wafting from the bowl. Not only, is soup comforting but it makes [...]
There is finally a chill in the air! What better way to embrace the changing of the seasons with fall books. Grab a warm drink, comfy blanket, and cozy up with your kids: Here’s a list of a few of my favorites along with my tips for enhancing your reading experience. Make Book Accessible Bookshelves [...]
Decorating your home can seem like an overwhelming and potentially expensive task. I want to share a few of my personal tips for making your home look like a million bucks! Where to Start Start small! Do not attempt to decorate your entire house at once, or you will quickly become overwhelmed. Decide what area [...]
Scrolling through my social media feeds, I noticed an influx of subscription box ads that were geared towards kids. I ignored these ads many times, not giving them a second thought until finally, my curiosity won. What is the hype about box subscriptions? Are they worth the money? Would they be a great gift idea [...]
