She is almost 8. Yet, it feels like she is 8 going on 14. I am almost positive I wasn't so mature at her age. I was happily playing with My Little Pony, Barbie, and Care Bears. But, it's a different time I suppose. Though she still loves her Barbies and Calico Critters - she is starting to show interest in tween things like books, television shows, music, fashion and beauty. Her childhood is going by so quickly. I am not ready for her to grow up so fast. But she loves being a big girl and … [Read more...]
Introducing Your Child to the Home Alone Movies
I loved the Home Alone movies when I was a kid. It is hard to believe that they are celebrating their 25th anniversary! Wow! Times has just flown by. Last week, we had family movie night with my almost 8 year old daughter and she watched Home Alone for the first time. She LOVED it. It was fun experiencing it with her and seeing it through her eyes. We can't wait to watch the other Home Alone movies now. About Home Alone Get ready to ring in the holiday season as Twentieth Century … [Read more...]
Back to School Tips for the Stressed Out Parent
My Little Man has finished his first month of Preschool. Whew! While I am thankful, having two kids in two separate schools, teaching our local chapter of Adventurer Club, and running a blog - well, it's easy to get stressed out. While you are getting into the groove of back to school season, I wanted to remind you all that staying healthy is important for stressed out parents as well. 3 Back to School Tips for the Stressed Out Parent Sleep While getting down the sleep routine is essential … [Read more...]
65 Disney Costumes for Kids!
Disney costumes will never go out of style will they? Each year, kids love getting a Disney costume for Halloween. But these costumes aren't just appropriate for Halloween. They can be worn for dress-up as well. In fact, our family is going to Disney World this Fall. Kids love wearing their Disney costumes there as well. So, I thought I'd make it easy for you to shop. Here are 65 links to Amazon for a wide variety of Disney costumes. You are sure to find one that your child will love. 1. … [Read more...]
World Pasta Month: Easy Vegetarian Pasta Ideas
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Buca di Beppo® for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. This last weekend, to my absolute delight, my husband and I left our kids with my parents and stayed the night in a hotel. Not only did we get a entire night and almost two days away from home but we walked around a mall, visited a book store, ate dinner at one of our favorite restaurants, and visited a local church service. All without the kids. It was so un-stressful and easy. I felt … [Read more...]
31 Things You Can Toss Today for Cleaner Home
Do you ever feel as if your home is buried? Not under dirt and rock of course, but under clutter. If so, don’t feel too badly. You would be surprised at the number of homes that have clutter hiding (or maybe not even hiding). The biggest way to get out from under all of your clutter is to start small. Big, grandiose gestures typically only lead to a bigger mess. An awesome place to start is by tossing out things that are usually right on top of the mess. 31 Things you can Toss Today for a … [Read more...]
How to Get the Most out of Disney World with a Preschooler
Visiting Disney World with children is one of the most exciting and magical things that can happen in a child’s life. For preschoolers, the moments are often fleeting and forgotten after the first couple years, though their ability to remember the smallest details from a trip is surprising. With toddlers it’s all about creating moments and experiences that they care about, and doing so in a way that leaves you feeling like you are getting your money’s worth for the activities and participation … [Read more...]
