It’s no secret that I have a love-hate relationship to winter. I LOVE the look of falling snow, how it covers the trees and makes everything sparkle. I love watching my kids play in the snow, make snow angels, go sledding, and build a snowman. But I hate bundling up so much for the snow….and most of all I hate driving in it. This California girl ... Read More
Archives for 2018
A Little Girl’s Dream Come True
Big, big, news around our house! Our sweet three year old, Sadie, has a big girl room! Finally! We recently transitioned Sadie out of her crib and in to a big kid bunk bed with Hudson. I know, I know….it took us long enough! But my sweet girl never once complained about sleeping in her cozy crib…but now she LOVES being a big kid in a big ... Read More
How Bunk Beds Changed Our Lives for the Better
I cannot believe I am saying this. But bunk beds have been life changing in our house. Yes. LIFE CHANGING. In fact, I'm still pinching myself. It's been three weeks of Hudson and Sadie sleeping ALL NIGHT LONG in their magical bunk bed...and I still can't get over it. So today I'm answering all of your bunk bed questions and spilling the beans about ... Read More
Everything You Need to Know About Hunter Boots
If you've been following me for a while, then you know that my kids basically live in Hunter Boots year round. We love them so much. They are easy for kids to get on and off, clean up so nicely, and just look simply adorable! My first secret to our Hunter boot collection is that I ONLY buy them on sale! And I typically find the best sales and ... Read More
Everything You Need to Know About Hanna Andersson Pajamas
BLACK FRIDAY UPDATE! All pjs are $25! Plus, try using this link right here to save an additional 20% off. You have to be a "new customer"....or try from a different browser, tablet, phone etc. I hope it works for you! Hanna Andersson makes some of our absolute favorite pajamas! I have a few tips on ordering, saving money, and fit that I'm sharing ... Read More
Husband Gift Guide
I received a lot of requests for a gift guide for husbands...and surprisingly this one was fun! Jon helped me find several of these items, and a few are ones I've gifted him that he liked! We found so many ideas that I have two gift guides today, one for gifts under $50 and one for gifts over $50. From left to right, top to bottom: ... Read More
Baby and Toddler Gift Guide
Babies are by far the most fun to buy for, but I really try not to go overboard...since babies don't need much! Lots of these ideas are gifts that will be great for a baby AND last well in to the toddler and pre-school years. From left to right, top to bottom: My First Christmas Tree. This looks like such a fun gift for a toddler! They ... Read More
Boys Ages 5-8 Gift Guide
I think gift guides for boys are SO much fun! Hudson has a wide range of interests, so it allows us to sample so many different toys! From top to bottom, left to right: Harry Potter Wuidditch Match Legos. Hudson has this set and it is AMAZING. One of our very favorite lego sets ever. Plus the price point is great! Botley the Coding ... Read More
Pretend Play Gift Guide
We LOVE pretend play in our house. So much that it deserves it's own gift guide! Again, most of these things my kids either have, or are on their wish list! From top to bottom, left to right: Doll Farmhouse. I mean. Is this not the cutest thing you've ever seen? I want to live in it. We have the version from last year (which is still for ... Read More
Preschool Girl Gift Guide
Who is finished with their Christmas shopping yet? I'm sure not! Today I'm sharing my gift guide for pre-school aged girls. So many of these things are on Sadie's Christmas list or are items we already own and LOVE! From top to bottom, left to right: Unicorn Backpack. Sadie will flip out over this. Playfoam Pals by Educational ... Read More
