I love celebrating bizarre holidays and I have another one coming up for you guys in just a bit! Did you know that January 16 is National Appreciate a Dragon Day?! Neither did I, but it is, and we must celebrate. Now, I don’t personally know any dragons to whom I can express my appreciation …

In February of 2018, I became the owner of a disability parking placard. Why? I suffer from chronic pain: specifically from fibromyalgia. Yup, just like Lady Gaga! (I also have bipolar II disorder like Mariah Carey and Catherine Zeta-Jones. Celebs—they’re just like us, amirite?!). And aside from the pain, and the sensitivity, and mental fog, …

Winter is all about comfort food. Am I right? Things like hot, bubbly, cheesy deliciousness like homemade mac ‘n cheese! I’ve never been one for boxed pasta. Homemade is so much better. And it doesn’t actually take that much longer to prepare. So, boil that pasta – any shape will do – and mix up …

I used to teach second graders and I can tell you from personal experience, there are too many practical skills 7-8 year olds should be able to do that they can’t yet. And as a then-9-month pregnant teacher of 28 kids all asking me to bend over and tie their shoes for them, I realized …

Over the last few years I kept hearing how wonderful the Barefoot Dreams products were. So much so that I finally looked them up. After all, I love nice things and if everyone loved their Barefoot Dreams cardigan/robe/blanket … I probably would too! But, looking it up was where things stopped. $100+ for a sweater? …

Some stories so easily capture our hearts. It was exactly that for my daughter and I when we started reading the Little House on the Prairie series. Everything about Laura and her family and her pioneer life draw the reader in. It’s mesmerizing! And, leaves you longing for more. Luckily there is more to Laura’s …

Ready, set, plan! The new year means new calendars! Us mamas are in charge of so many life details … from doctor appointments to after school activities, all the dates and specifics must be noted somewhere. Enter planners made with moms in mind. Take a peek at this assortment and get ready for an amazing …

The holidays are one of the cutest times of the year. Why you ask? Because it is prime school concert and pageant season. All our kids turned out in their finest, dressiest clothes or delightful costumes up on stage performing cheesy songs or festive plays—it’s so darn adorable and a moment for every proud adult …

Pine needles. Sugar cookies. The fireplace. I adore the scent of the holidays, don’t you? In past years I’ve been drawn to candles that fill my home with that cozy glow and amazing smell, but these days I’m head over heels in love with this natural holiday simmer! This holiday simmer is a medley of …

I love stuffing stockings. And my philosophy is that there’s no reason a stocking stuffer can’t be a really awesome gift. (Maybe I’ve seen one too many diamond jewelry commercials?) So check out my list of some of the best stocking stuffers for the whole family.   Fantasy Stone Pins ($12): These pins are perfect …

Deciding where we want to raise our kids has become the biggest dilemma on my mind lately. Right now, we live in Utah and while it has many pros, for various reasons, this is not where I want to raise my family. Problem is…my husband and I can’t seem to decide where we want to …

Maybe you saw our white elephant gift list for the jokesters in your life but you’d rather bring a gift that people would actually like to receive? Then enjoy our roundup list of white elephant gifts your friends and family will actually appreciate receiving this year: 1-lb Snickers Bar: remember, sharing is caring! *wink wink*Amazon …