Most holidays we celebrate are rooted in deep history, usually one that has grown and evolved over the years. Christmas time and winter traditions we hold dear are no exception. This year, my oldest is three years old and her excitement for Christmas is making our year extra magical. We’re starting traditions, reliving childhood favorites …

Christmas time means lots of decorations going up! My mom is famous for her Christmas decorations and every year I swear her house looks like a winter wonderland. Complete with a Christmas tree, garlands, wreaths, nativity scenes, you name it and she has it up in her house for the holiday season! Today I wanted …

Close to one million people travel to Catalina Island every year, and for good reason. The island is gorgeous and offers a wide range of activities for the whole family. Catalina is located about 22 miles south of Los Angeles, and you can get to the island by an hour long ferry trip from Newport …

The old saying is true—there really is no place like Christmas in New York City. If you’re planning a trip there this holiday season, here are seven things you must be sure to do! 1. See the big tree at Rockefeller Center.  The hallmark of Christmas in New York is the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas …

By now I’m guessing we’ve all started our shopping lists for the big Thanksgiving meal … I’m whipping up some classic mac ‘n cheese as a side dish, as well as a dessert to take to our family gathering this year. I know, I know I have an easy holiday ahead of me! Even better, …

This weekend we were invited to Chicago’s Magnificent Mile Lights Festival as special guests of Chevy. We were super excited to head downtown to be front row in the Radio Disney and Megan Nicole concerts and be part of the grand tree-lighting parade down Michigan Avenue marshaled by Mickey and Minnie Mouse! That is right, …

Given that I’m a California girl, it’s only right that I share a list of fun things to do in my state’s beautiful capitol city of Sacramento. When I was pregnant with my son, my husband and I actually lived in Sacramento for six months while he finished school. Those six months gave me a …

As the holidays draw near, parks, zoos, theme parks, and other public places are working to put up dazzling displays of Christmas lights. But sometimes, nothing beats piling the family in the car and driving around the neighborhood to check out the holiday displays put up by your own neighbors—especially because it’s free! Here are …

Do you hear those jingle bells? Yep, Christmas is just a few weeks away which means ordering Christmas cards are on many of our to do lists. Over the years I’ve toggled between Christmas cards and a Christmas newsletter. And this year, I think I’m going to do both! I mean, I’ve got to get …

My youngest sister is getting married this month so my mama, sisters and I have been crafting it up in the decor department. My most favorite project was spearheaded by the mother of the bride … this simple bunting I’m about to step you through. As soon as the wedding wraps up you bet your …

Thanksgiving isn’t just about the food, it is, above all, a time to be thankful and to give back to those less fortunate. There are so many people in the world who don’t have the gift of a nice meal, let alone a large Thanksgiving meal with loved ones. This holiday is a great opportunity …

Not every parent wants (or is able!) to drop three or four hundred dollars on a lightweight stroller. Luckily for everyone, Graco is stepping up their game and offering great new products such as the Breaze stroller. Yes, it is the “breaze” with an “a” – we didn’t misspell it. 🙂 Normally, the old saying …