Sunsational Swim School Provided us for three hour-long lessons in return for a review... and hopefully getting Red to swim! I grew up going to the pool at least 4 days a week during the summer. It may have been a short season those 7 chilly years in New Jersey, but my Mom always packed up … [Read more...]
Kids
I Have to Use Bug Spray, or This Happens!
Thank you to Extreme Buzz Away for the free samples and sponsoring this post. I straight up get eaten, that's what happens. I'm the mosquito BAIT for the rest of my family, especially when I'm not wearing bug spray. When we moved to our new home last year, we sprayed for pests and outdoor … [Read more...]
Washable Sandals make Summer Easier
Summer is nearly here, and we are getting our household ready to go! I've been on the road a lot this late spring, and I'm ready for the rest and relaxation a summer vacation will bring. Heck, just give me a trip to the park or the pool, and I'll be happy! The kids are growing and … [Read more...]
Throw a Disney Preschool Playdate #DisneyKids
Having a preschooler is a LOT of fun. Have a preschooler that's into Disney just as much as I am is even better. When we were given the opportunity to host a #DisneyKids Disney Preschool Playdate, I JUMPED at the chance (our first #Disneyside party two years ago was a huge … [Read more...]
How Our Easter Bunny Gets Ahead
Thank you to Russell Stover for sending us complimentary chocolates. Even though it's no different from last year, my head is spinning as spring approaches. While I have the usual workload of teaching, writing, and household-keep-it-togetherness, I'm also anticipating a few trips … [Read more...]
What to Bring for Soccer Snacks
Soccer season has started! And while that may not be a miraculous event for most of the world, this season marks the FIRST round of soccer for Red. And I am really excited to see the clustered mob of five year olds orbiting around a soccer ball as they roll it from one side of the field to the … [Read more...]
Wake Up to School Breakfast- It’s Important!
Thank you to the School Nutrition Association and National School Breakfast Week for sponsoring our discussion today and reminding us to eat well every morning! How many times did you skip breakfast this week? How about your kids? I found myself missing breakfast most days this week because I got … [Read more...]
No Sew Go, Dog, Go! Costume
I sew a lot. In fact, I find it easier to stitch something shut than to bother with glue, staples, or that awful stitch-witchery stuff. This may be because I'm a costume designer, or that I can operate a sewing machine better than some can operate a stove top. But, in this case, … [Read more...]
