Holidays

Aren’t Christmas movies one of the best parts of the season? With the blustery weather of December there is nothing better than snuggling up on the couch with Christmas treats and a family-friendly movie. So, whip up some peppermint hot cocoa and a holiday cookie (these are my favorite!) and queue up a Christmas film! …

The kids in the neighborhood loved Halloween a lotbut the Grinch who lived down the block did not.The Grinch hated trick-or-treat, the whole spooky season.Please don’t ask why, no one quite knows the reasons. She totally knows the reasons. We’ll get there in a minute. It could be perhaps that her shoes were too tight. …

On October 31, we begin a string of holidays and with them, those holiday pounds. If you want to try to eat healthy on Halloween, we have rounded up from kid-friendly, healthy Halloween treats. From scary to creepy to cute, we have you covered for snacks and treats that the entire family will love. Apple …

Coordinating sibling Halloween costumes are good, but family costumes? They’re GREAT! Holidays are always a tiny bit better when everyone gets involved. Our family has never been organized enough to pull off an entire family theme, but the family’s below are obviously rockin’ the Halloween spirit! They know how to bring a party to the …

Yesterday we took a look at red, white and blue desserts, and today we’re focusing on drinks! From kids to grown-ups, we’ve rounded up some fun and patriotic drinks for you here! Patriotic Drinks for 4th of July Kid Friendly Layered Mocktail- In Katrina’s Kitchen. Here’s a fun mocktail for your kids to enjoy, complete with …

Holidays mean treats for everyone! There are so many amazing dessert ideas that are festive and perfect for 4th of July and today we’re sharing some of our favorites. Some are easy enough that you can even get your little ones to help to get them in the happy spirit! Enjoy! Patriotic Hand Pies From A Picket Fence.  …

Are you due with a baby this summer? Have you landed on their name? If not, why not let their birthday season be part of their namesake? Two of my children were born during the summer months – August and September. The summer is a beautiful time to birth. It’s warm and sunny; you can …

Each year I throw an Easter party at my house for my kids (6 & 3) and their friends. It is a big hit, and is something they both look forward to. Now I am far from Martha Stewart so if I can do it, I’m sure you can too. It doesn’t have to be …

If you’re looking for some easy ways to decorate your home for Easter this year, read on! I’ve rounded up eight quick, easy, affordable, and CUTE Easter decor ideas for your home! Easter Egg Wreath I’ve actually made this wreath myself and have it hanging on my front door – but I didn’t write a …

Easter is right around the corner, so today we’ve got food on the brain. Whether or not you’re making an Easter ham, these side dishes are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. Mashed Potatoes From The Pioneer Woman. It’s not dinner without mashed potatoes as a side dish. Buttery, creamy, and …

Father’s Day is coming up soon (Sunday, June 17). I’ve been perusing gift guides, mostly because every blog, magazine, and store I get emails from is flooding my inbox with them. But you know what? It would appear that fathers have some really expensive tastes. (A $3000 speaker? Really? And this has shown up on …

Easter is upon us and every time we hit the grocery store or run a quick errand, my daughter sees the PAAS display and reminds me that we need to get an egg dyeing kit. Am I the only who’s totally bored by the idea of spending an hour hard boiling eggs (twenty minutes in …