I am so mad at myself for thinking about pageviews or pinterest or what would bring this blog traffic. Because in the process I lost something I can never get back. When we had Hudson's third birthday, I was so excited to share, but I really wanted to be able to offer the firefighter printables we made for his birthday, so I didn't write the post. Well, Hudson turns four this month and I never did get that post up. And now all those thoughts and feeling I had about my little guy are gone. ...
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Easter Craft Carrot Bookmark
Simple, cheap and with the kind of supplies I have laying in my junk drawer, is my kind of craft lately. With Easter right around the corner, an Easter craft felt in order. These carrot bookmarks are cheap, quick, simple and useful. The kids really love creating and feel a real sense of pride and accomplishment when they finish a project. It isn't uncommon for the kids to grab supplies and create with no direction from me. They are creative little souls all on their own. We had a little ...
Living Room Spring Refresh
A living room spring refresh was definitely in order. Ironically, there is nearly two feet of snow outside my window as I write this. Go figure. Living on Lake Michigan has its perks, one being lake effect snow. We got about 20 inches in 24 hours! Regardless, spring is coming. The fresh flowers probably helped set the mood. Fresh flowers have a way of doing that. For those of you who don't know, I have started an essential oil business and I hit a really huge milestone with that (and now ...
Handmade Keepsake Jewelry Dish & Gift and Parenting
Parenting always feels hard. Everyday you question if you gave them enough attention. Wonder if you were too hard on one. Think there is a good chance you lost your cool way too many times. Outside of that everyday hard, I found myself wondering and worrying about Eleanor often. She seemed to always be crying or snapping at others and whining a lot. I just couldn't seem to figure out how to address the behavior. Like all things in my life, I knew it was up to me to find an answer and be ...
Romantic Valentine’s Day In
Celebrate Valentine's Day at home with these amazing appetizers, desserts, printables and party ideas! Twelve awesome bloggers came together to plan the perfect night in for you! Raspberry Pear Salad with Homemade Raspberry Vinaigrette from Yellow Bliss Road Cranberry Lentil Brie Bake from The Cookie Writer Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes from The Baker Upstairs 10 Minute Lobster Tails from Sweet C's Balsamic Herbed Flat Iron Steak from Your Homebased Mom Blue Cheese Fondue ...
