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As autumn weather ushers in a changing of the season, for many of us, fall also gives us the itch to change up our seasonal décor. Think pumpkins, plaids, fall foliage colors, and all the "Hello Fall" signs you...

As a mom, I really enjoy seeing my boys' little personalities emerge more and more every day. My oldest, Jake, is at that age where he loves to question everything and soaks up learning something new every chance he...

It’s that time of year when many families spring clean. But what happens when your family doesn’t clean out their house …for 38 years? My husband and sister-in-law recently decided to sell their parents’ house, the same house they grew...

There has been something special about being home as a family of 5 during this pandemic. We witnessed firsts for all three of our kids. Oldest son graduated from kindergarten and we were able to be a critical part...

If your kids are like mine, they constantly want to "help" you cook. October 1st is National Homemade Cookie Day, making it the perfect opportunity to invite them into the kitchen with you! Use a Cookie Press  Cookie presses are ingenious!...

Valentine’s Day is a fun event around which to teach your toddler about friendship, kindness, and love. If your toddler is enrolled in a school or daycare, or if you regularly attend a playgroup, you might want (or be...

Looking back on 2017, I have the most regret for not keeping a consistent exercise routine. Now while I didn't keep up my exercise routine throughout the entire year, there were periods where I kept up a consistent workout...

Covid-19 is taking over my inbox, my text messages, my phone calls, and my dinner conversation. I’ve determined that this piece will be about anything but Covid-19. Instead, this is a story about my microwave. One day in late spring 2019,...

Happy fall, y'all! It took its sweet time getting to us, but Thanksgiving is around the corner and this beautiful season is in full swing. I don’t know about you, but this mama is embracing the cooler weather, a...

It's time for a love fest for Valentine's Day! While I'll be shipping care packages to my college kids, I have found some unique Valentine's ideas for you to celebrate at home with your family or in your child's...