2019

A few years ago, inspiration struck in the form of mini red Solo cups and fond memories of my college drinking days… and the festive holiday party games for kids – Jingle Bell Toss – was born. Would you believe I was actually hesitant to hit publish on the post?…

Every year, for as long as I can remember, my family has spent the weekend before Christmas baking cookies by the baker’s rack full.  We test new recipes annually, but there are two we ALWAYS make – Whipping Cream Sugar Cookies and Gingerbread Cookies. Our Family Christmas Cookies As promised…

This post is sponsored by Carter’s; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. Family Christmas pajamas are a part of everyone’s holiday – learn how to get the most wear (and precious photo ops) out of yours! Every year for as long as I can remember, my mom has…

The pages of Martha Stewart Living and Better Homes & Garden are graced with gorgeous tablescapes and decor ideas for adults.  But what about the kids’ Thanksgiving table?  That’s where all the real fun happens (and not much eating except for rolls!).  Check out how we decorate the kids’ table…

Hosting dinner for the holidays can be totally intimidating. Use these tips to prep and make ahead Thanksgiving dinner dishes, so you can enjoy the day as much as your guests. I hosted my first Thanksgiving two years ago.  I had never even cooked a turkey before. And I had…

Spring has sprung!  The sky is blue, the flowers are popping up, the birds are chirping… and after reading Lois Ehlert’s Garden boxed set, my girls are chomping at the bit to start our seeds for this year’s garden.  Unfortunately, it’s a few weeks too early here, with overnight temps…

Who else remembers the candy haul from class valentines when you were a kid? Red heart lollipops, boatloads of chalky conversation hearts, and chocolate kisses galore! However, times are changing. And if your kids’ schools are anything like mine, parents are “strongly discouraged” from sending in food or candy items…

In our family, cookies are a given for every holiday. It’s a tradition that dates back to my Great Grandmother’s Christmas cookie baking marathons, continued by my Grandfather, my mom and now me. And I love that I’ve already ingrained it so well in my kids that they think it…

With Valentine’s Day, comes an abundance of candy hearts. You can’t possibly eat them all… but before you throw them away, let your kids use them for learning through play. Check out this great list of Valentine candy hearts activities and have your kids counting, sorting, playing games, learning sight…