Did you know that July is National Vacation Month? This week, our family has been in San Diego for my husband's family reunion. Did you or your family getaway this month? If so, I'd love to hear where. When we travel with the kids we love to stay in places with a full kitchen and a washer and dryer. Vacation is just more enjoyable when you can eat your own food and pack less clothing. You eat more healthy, or at least have the option too! So for our family vacations we do like to use rentals; … [Read more...]
5 Easy Girl Hairstyles For Those Hurried Mornings
I find it rather unfair that we girls have a bad reputation for being tardy. If anything, we are top-notch multitaskers. On occasions when we reach late somewhere, we ought to be excused. Ask any man to do his morning essentials, cook meals for the family, pick out a smart outfit keeping the day’s schedule in mind and ensure that his shoes, makeup and hair is on point. I bet my life, half his day is going to be over just figuring out what his outfit’s got to do with the day’s schedule! … [Read more...]
The Impact of Multigenerational Living in My Life
This is a sponsored blog post. All opinions are 100% my own. Growing up on a Native American reservation in Western Washington was a great experience for me. Not only did I live within a mile of a very large extended family, but I also got the experience of connecting with a larger community of other Native Americans who lived in our village. We all knew each other. We said hello and waved at everyone who went by. Kids from all over the village came over to play on our swing set, … [Read more...]
DIY Greeting Card Box
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SendSmiles #CollectiveBias. We have several family and friend birthdays during the summer months. I like to give unique gifts that are fun and practical. I know a standard gift card is so much easier, but putting some thought into a gift is so much more fun. Don't you think? I don't know about you, but I love when someone puts thought into my own card and gifts. Getting personal … [Read more...]
Summer Beach Party (Fun Party Ideas!)
We are on vacation in Southern California this week. We are spending time at the beach and at the pool. My kids love the water - they are both little fish. Growing up in Southern California, my husband is a surfer, my daughter now loves boogie boarding and my son is happy playing in the sand. Me? I just love the sunbathing the most! So in honor of our family vacation to Southern California, I thought I'd round up some great beach party ideas. Who doesn't love a great beach … [Read more...]
Supporting Military Families During Deployment
This review was made possible by iConnect and Duracell. I was provided compensation to facilitate this post, but all opinions are 100% mine. I met my husband in 1997 while he was in the U.S. Navy and stationed in Washington state. We were friends for a year before we started dating. With that strong foundation of friendship, we knew once things turned romantic that we wanted this to be forever. We married the next year. While we were together we experienced two deployments. One was for … [Read more...]
The Recipe for a Perfect Summer Date Night
My husband and I don't get many summer date nights, but we love having a night out without the kids. What is your favorite date night idea? In celebration of the new movie, The Longest Ride, I wanted to share the recipe for a perfect summer date night. Recipe for a Perfect Summer Date Night 1. Order in from your favorite restaurant. 2. Eat your meal outside with candles. 3. Dessert is a must. 4. Create a cozy spot. 5. Watch The Longest Ride. About The Longest Ride What would … [Read more...]
