To all the moms: To the Some Day Mom who dreams of the day when the time is right to start a family, To the Trying Mom who has just started her journey or who is finding the journey far more arduous and heartbreaking than she imagined, To the Expectant Mom who carries her greatest […]
I Asked, You Answered: The Worst Gift You Ever Received
It’s happened to all of us. We excitedly pull the paper off a gift, open up the box to reveal the contents, and think, “Really?” Though most gifts are well-intentioned and I am not for a minute promoting ungratefulness, let’s face it, some miss the mark, and others can be downright comical. I asked my email subscribers […]
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for the Hard to Buy For Mom (Updated and Expanded!)
I’m not a good gift giver. It stresses me out. Thankfully, I have a husband who has a gift (pun intended) for coming up with great ideas. And every once in a while, I come up with an idea that knocks it out of the park. If you’re struggling to come up with a Mother’s Day […]
Easter Desserts Your Kids Can’t Screw Up
I know, the title is a little harsh. I have a reason for it though! Last year, just before Easter, I wrote a post entitled Our Cookies Look Like Crap and They’re Absolutely Perfect. You should go read it, but the gist was that when you get your kids to help decorate, the results don’t always turn […]
Are You Doing Valentine’s Day All Wrong?
This post was originally published on February 15, 2014 and contains affiliate links. February 14th. Valentine’s Day. The day to show our love. Or lament our lack of love. Or rail against the ones we love. There are usually are two major camps when it comes to how people feel about this particular holiday. In […]
DIY Sharpie Mugs
This post contains affiliate links. At no cost to you, I will earn a small commission on any purchase made through the links. Thanks for your support! Every year my mom hosts a Valentine Tea. The girls in the family get together, eat cute Valentine themed food, and exchange homemade valentines. Last weekend, less than […]
Valentine’s Day Roundup of Recipes, Crafts, and More
Do you ever wait until the last minute to do the things you need to do? Of course not. I bet you had your kids make their valentines three weeks ago and you’ve been planning the dessert for your romantic dinner for at least a month. But hey, just in case you haven’t, I’m here […]
How to Make a DIY Valentine Wreath
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase after using my link, you’ll pay the same as always, but I’ll make a small commission. Thanks for supporting the blog! Last week I was scrolling through Facebook and saw an adorable DIY valentine wreath by Sunshine and Hurricanes. I thought, “Hey, I think I can do […]
The Ultimate DIY Valentines List (40+ ideas)
Choosing valentines (whether for your kids or yourself) can turn into a huge time suck if you’re not careful. If you plan to buy them, the store has row upon row of options, and if you plan to make your own, you’ll spend an entire afternoon on Pinterest. The Ultimate DIY Valentines List (40+ Ideas) In […]
What Would It Be Like to Raise a Perfect Son?
This time of year always gets me thinking about Mary. Not just about the pictures of her we see in the nativity scenes that pop up everywhere in December, but about what it must have been like to be her. What Would It Be Like to Raise a Perfect Son? Before I go any further, […]