I've been there. The holidays are coming and you want to be festive, but you are tight on money and you aren't even sure how to pull it off with kids in the home. The thing is, the excitement of the holidays comes from seeing it through your kids eyes and being festive doesn't have to cost a ton. You can create a culture in your home that directly includes your children in the process. I can't think of a better way to decorate your home for the holidays or celebrate your time ...
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Mom Bag Must Haves: The Essentials Every Mom Needs
Mom Bag Essentials Here are 12 things every mom should keep in her purse. These are the Mom bag must haves that will help you handle life with littles with ease. I'm a full-time, stay-at-home-mom of four and run this website and associated social media channels, an essential oil business and an online essential oil community. Life is full. These amazing multi-tasking products make my life easier and therefore are my mom bag must haves. What Makes A Mom Bag Must Have? A mom-must have is ...
When Parenting & Your Self-Identity Intersect
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Seattle's Best Coffee. All opinions are 100% mine. The first day of school was a complete success for us. The kids were excited, yet there was a sense of calm. Closing the book on another summer is always bittersweet. I can't help but to think, as Quinn turns nine next month, that we are halfway through our summers with him. Man! Just writing that sentence creates a sick feeling in the pitt of my stomach. Despite knowing that, I ...
Trolls Birthday Party Ideas for a Simple Trolls Themed Party
Trolls Birthday Party So you want to throw a Trolls birthday party? A Trolls themed party is a fun and easy to pull-off. Common Sense Media recommends Trolls for families, giving it four stars and recommending the movie for ages six and up. Trolls is a fun, colorful movie with some great music! The perfect soundtrack to any birthday party. It is no wonder that kids all over are requesting a Trolls themed birthday party. The good news is, due to its colorful and happy nature, the ...
Create a Morning You Crave this School Year
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Seattle's Best Coffee. All opinions are 100% mine. The start of the school year is right around the corner. I know that can be a mixed bag of emotions for a lot of parents. "Yay! The kids are out of the house" to "how has another summer passed already?" The new school year means schedules, fall sports and adjusting to new routines. One of the things I am struggling most with as we head into the new school year is making sure I am ...