This year for Thanksgiving, the kids helped make place holders. These were really easy, although I did have a hard time finding large enough pom poms for the turkey’s head. Which is why they’re a bit hairy- I ended up using pom poms that would go on the top of a knit hat instead of …
Normally we do a Thanksgiving Tree with the children in the month of November. But this year, I wanted to do something different. Lots of times when I’m trying to come up with an idea, I walk around outside. I really wanted to do this on the day I was trying to decide what to …
I love minions. In general, I think Despicable Me and Despicable Me 2 are very cute and fun movies! And while the little girls, especially the youngest are adorable, the minions are my absolute favorite characters. Not only are they funny but there are adorable. Not so much when they turn purple in Despicable Me …
Are you planning a trip to Yellowstone with your family? Check out these 8 tips for visiting Yellowstone with your Kids. From where to go & how to keep them safe, you won’t want to miss these tips. Kerry and I and families visited Yellowstone early this week. Most of us had a blast, …
I was once told that the characteristic traits that first attract you to your spouse end up being the ones that usually irritate you the most about them once you’re married. I don’t remember where I heard that, but I think it’s good to remember. How we choose to see the strengths and weaknesses in …
This post is part of our July Top 5! Check out the rest of the best here. {No Pool Required} The very first day after school was out, the kids want to have a water play day. I have decided to forgo the pool this summer, since I have a 2 year old that has learned …
Today is finally the last day of school for my son. School is FINALLY out! According, to Facebook, Twitter, and the rest of social media, we are the very last ones to get out for the summer. THE VERY LAST ONES!!! Now I’m not one of those mother who plans out every minute of our …