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If your kids are like mine, they want to give gifts to EVERYONE during the holidays. I love their kindness, but my budget can’t handle that much gifting. To save money but still encourage the kids’ thoughtfulness, we try to make some presents each year. Depending on how much time we have, we do everything …

All aboard! Each year, railroads across the U.S. roll out special holiday trains. They’re a fun and unique way for kids to meet Santa Claus, and they make a wonderful family holiday tradition! Here are 10 great options across the U.S. 1. Fillmore & Western Railway Company, Fillmore, CA: This railway has several holiday train options. …

If you’re planning a party, then today is your day- I’ve rounded up 10 great party favors from Pinterest that are sure to be a hit with your party guests! Party favors are a sweet and thoughtful way of thanking your guests for coming to the party, and they are also a great excuse to …

Obviously the best part of Halloween is the candy right? That’s what I thought. Besides all the candy you, I mean your KIDS, are going to rack up, there’s always time to make Halloween treats, too. Today I’ve rounded up a list of some must make treats. From brownies to cookies, to homemade candy corn, …

So I know it sometimes feels like all we talk about Baby Gizmo are chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate recipes, but we can be healthy too. Sometimes. I have been looking into the Paleo diet, which focuses on eating wholesome food while emphasizing the importance of getting enough sleep and exercise…. The sleep and exercise …

Believe it or not, folks, Halloween is right around the corner! That means it’s time to start thinking about Halloween costumes for our little ones. Choosing costumes for my twin boys is always extra fun because I like to put them in coordinating outfits that fit their personalities. For their first Halloween, when they were …

Planning a birthday party for your child? These fun and unique kids’ birthday party themes should provide some inspiration! Airplane Party: Boarding-pass invitations, individual lunches served by “flight attendants” (a.k.a. parents) in clear plastic containers, a “baggage claim” area where guests can pick up suitcase-shaped favor bags … it’s all enough to sweep a little …

Did you know that today is International Chocolate Day? That means we should eat nothing but chocolate today, right?! Okay, maybe not but it is like chocolate’s birthday and we should celebrate it! I’m a big fan of chocolate. I would bathe in chocolate if I could. (TMI?) It’s one of those things that if …

Today I’ve rounded up 10 great crafts to do with your toddlers and preschoolers! Crafts are such a fun way to bring out your kids talent, teach them new things, and have fun spending time creating together! Super Hero Masks. What kid doesn’t want to be a super hero? This craft idea from Cutesy Crafts …

In honor of National Macadamia Nut Day, I am sharing 15 amazing macadamia nut recipes with you all today to make and enjoy! White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies. Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cupcakes Macadamia Nut Crispy French Toast Sticks Macadamia Crusted Chicken with Pineapple-Jalapeno Salsa Orange Macadamia Nut Pecan Granola …

I was at the grocery store the other day and my kids were a little disappointed that their favorite Nutter Butter cookies were all sold out. My first thought was “How can Walmart be sold out of Nutter Butters? Aren’t they supposed to have EVERYTHING?!?” After that shock wore off in like 0.3 seconds, I …

Summer is here and that means picnics and potlucks and lots of great get-togethers. Today I’m rounding up 10 great recipes to take to a potluck. Have a look and find something new to make! WHAT IS A POTLUCK? A potluck is a communal gathering where each guest or group contributes a different, often homemade, dish of food to …