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This post was sponsored by Optimum Nutrition as part of an Influencer Activation and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. I’m of the belief that Summer months are the best months. It’s warm, there are plenty of fun things to do outdoors and there’s more than enough sunshine to go around. Then…
I have a super-special thanksgiving recipe to share with you today, Cranberry Crescent Rolls! I have been making these rolls every year since I was a little girl! They are a huge crowd pleaser, and super easy to make. I started cooking these when I was 8(ish) years old and loved that I could contribute something to the big thanksgiving meal and that it was something I could make "all by myself". It made me feel so important as a kid ...
Toy Story 4 was just announced by Disney. That's right, they are making ANOTHER ONE!!!! We all thought Toy Story 3 was going to be the end, but they're making another, and I couldn't be more thrilled. Woody is BACK!!!! Here's what we know: Woody has always been confident about his place in the world and that his priority is taking care of his kid, whether that’s Andy or Bonnie. But when Bonnie adds a reluctant new ...
It's not secret, I LOVE writing and receiving Christmas letters. Something about condensing an entire year into one creatively informative letter is just wonderful to me. I always have fun writing ours each year, and really enjoy reading the letters that we receive as well. I admit, it is a challenge to write a good Christmas letter, here are some key things to keep in mind when writing. How to write a fun Christmas Letter 1. Do it! - That ...
This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.com on behalf of Boston Market. Thanksgiving is all about family and togetherness, but so often one or two people end up spending the whole day in the kitchen! While kids watch the parade and play, mom or dad get stuck cooking all day and end up needing a vacation from their holiday when it's all said and done. I am so excited this year to be partnering with Boston Market because they've found a simple ...
When our oldest daughter was 23 months we were blessed with our second bundle of joy! I would be lying if I said life wasn't a bit crazy with two under two years old, but my husband was home initially and we managed. After only taking two weeks off of work (I know, I know this is more than many husbands... but also less than some others I've spoken to as well) with our firstborn, I was over the moon when my husband said he would take three weeks ...
Do you have Thanksgiving Traditions at home? Here are some traditions to start with your family this year. This post has affiliate links Growing up, we would go to my grandma's house for Thanksgiving lunch. We'd eat with aunts, uncles and cousins and take home enough leftovers for Turkey sandwiches with dill pickles, mayo and Worcestershire sauce on them. For a few years after I married we would eat lunch with my family and dinner with ...
It's not just kids who can have fun on Halloween! Consider this your official invitation to have some tasty drinks after the kids are in bed this year with these candy corn Jello shots. Candy Corn Jello Shots As always remember to drink responsibly. Yields: 18-24 (depending on size of shot glass/cup) INGREDIENTS 3 packets of Knox unflavored gelatin, divided 2 cups water, divided 7 oz sweet condensed milk (only comes in 14 oz size, ...
The big day is here and looking at the forecast we are facing an 80% chance of rain this evening. My kids are at school and I'm bracing myself for how I'm going to break the news to them that we probably can't trick or treat tonight. So yes, I'm on the internet searching for ideas on how to do something fun for the kids, even though we may not be able to go door to door in our neighborhood tonight. Door to door inside One idea is for ...
Dear moms, Please be the awkward friend. We need you. I know, it's not easy to go up to a new mom and ask her the hard questions, but if you don't... it's likely no one else will either. It might feel weird, and awkward, but these conversations are vital to the health of new moms and new families. Ask your moms friends if they are experiencing Postpartum Depression. I know right? What a weird question. You go over to a friend's ...
