Parents unite: it’s the most wonderful time of the year because the kiddos are headed back to school (cue the fake sniffle)! Aside from picture day, the first day of school is probably the only day of the year your kids’ outfits are perfect and every strand of hair is in place. It’s also the […]
Cauliflower has become our go-to powerhouse veggie in my house. But even the healthiest food can become a fat-fest when fried and drenched in a creamy sauce. Traditional bang bang cauliflower is the perfect example of healthy gone wrong. But this revamped recipe, on the other hand, is as good for you as it is […]
When we booked our two previous vacations to Florida, I’ll admit that Orlando and Miami immediately came to mind as must-see Sunshine State destinations. Both were great, but now, Panama City Beach is on our radar. This overlooked gem is overflowing with family-friendly outings, whether you have toddlers or teens. Between the white sand beaches […]
A trip to the beach never feels like a family vacation compromise – the kids want to enjoy some fun in the sun as much as you do. Whether you are looking to stay for the week, a weekend or even just the day, Panama City Beach is a perfect combo of coastal fun and inland hot […]
We love our winter escapes to the beach. Swapping subzero temps for blue water and white sand is a tried-and-true cure-all for cabin fever. As much as we love the waves and shells, multiple days at the beach can get monotonous if there isn’t anything to break up all the napping and reading. We usually […]
It’s so hard to believe that summer is coming to a close! I definitely love back-to-school as much as the next mom, but I’m also trying to find a few extra reasons to sneak in some last summer celebrations. I’m going to miss those slow, lazy days, simple gatherings, and backyard movie nights. So to […]
Following a playdate with a penguin-loving friend, my daughter has been on a bit of an all-things-arctic kick lately. So, I’m more than happy to host a penguin-themed movie night to view March of the Penguins 2: The Next Step, which is now streaming. These ideas for a movie night take very little work (think: […]
If you think about it, humans aren’t so far removed from the feathered and furry members of the animal kingdom. This became especially apparent when I was pregnant for the first time (resembling a whale), gave birth (almost exactly like livestock), and spent the following months with a tiny creature attached to my breast (don’t […]
As moms and dads, we develop “tricks of the trade to make the difficult task of parenting a little bit easier. One of my parenting “tricks” is to make our family activities relevant to my kids interests, even if it’s in some small way. My kids love animals, so anytime I can incorporate animals into […]
It takes some practice and discipline, but it’s absolutely possible for all moms to take control of their mornings (yes, really!).
These helpful breakfast shortcuts keep our mornings running smoothly. And I have plenty of ideas to choose from, so my kids never get bored!
#8. Toddlers won’t eat BBQ sauce but they have no problem using it as finger paint to draw self-portraits on any low windows.
