If you’re anything like me, you’re racing the clock to find those perfect little surprises for the kiddos that fit just right in a stocking – not too big, not too flashy, and most importantly, something they’ll use (not toss aside by New Year’s Eve). You’re also probably desperately seeking screen-free, non-electronic activities (No? Just […]
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My Mom-Life Reset: What I’m Leaning Into This Fall
We all know that the year starts in January, but there’s something about September and Back-to-School season that has real “new year” vibes for me. (And I know I’m not alone in this.) With both of the boys in elementary school this year, our schedules are looking far more streamlined and simple. Last year they […]
The Last Month of Summer: A Mom’s Survival Guide
Okay, let’s be real for a second. It’s August. The kids are feral. The pool club has lost its luster. The snack budget is wrecked, the screen time rules are barely hanging on (Ha! Just kidding – they went out the window weeeeeeks ago), and if you hear “I’m bored” one more time, you might […]
What This Work From Home Mom Is Doing Instead of a New Year’s Resolution
As the clock strikes midnight on January 1st, it seems like the entire world collectively vows to become new people overnight. Gyms fill up, planners fly off the shelves, and we all set goals that, let’s be honest, often don’t stick past Valentine’s Day. I’ve been there. I’ve resolved to lose 10 pounds, drink more […]
Simplifying My Life as a Working Mother
*None of the products or the brands in this post are affiliates, sponsors, partners, etc. I’m mentioning them because I genuinely use and love them. If you know me – or have followed my blog for a while – you know that life as a working mother to two very active boys (ages 6 [almost […]
Organizing Art Supplies: Creating The Perfect Art Cart
*This post contains affiliate links, and I may receive a commission if you make a purchase. All products linked here are products that I have personally purchased, used, and recommend! Parenting two active boys who love arts and crafts is great. Every day I have excited little guys running toward me, showing me their newest […]
Oreo Trifle
Okay, I’m not going to sit here and pretend I’m an amazing chef. I’m not. I can cook a couple of things moderately well – and sometimes I’ll make something outstanding but almost never be able to repeat it. But I’m working on it! In the meantime, I’ve done my best to nail a few […]
Thanksgiving Planning
As I mentioned in last week’s post, this year my husband and I are hosting Thanksgiving for the first time ever, ahhh! When we completed our not-so-hostile takeover of the holiday it seemed like a good idea, but I obviously didn’t realize I’d be nearly seven (!!) months pregnant (although I did hope I would […]
The Holiday Divide
I’m going to be blunt: Holidays have always been a bit of a pain for my husband and I. Why? Because we both want to spend the holidays with each other and we also both want to see our families – BOTH of our families. We have never split up for the holidays, even when […]
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Cocktail Hour | Mocktail Spiked Cider
As you may or may not know, I’m not a huge drinker (I just love playing hostess!), and since I’m pregnant that means I haven’t had one sip of alcohol since the end of May (yep, celebrated my #dirty30 completely sober… while on vacation. Mostly I just napped a lot.). But that doesn’t mean that I […]