My sweet baby. You are the one who still fits on my chest. Your big brother and sister take up my entire lap. I love sitting with them and holding them. But they seem so big. However, you, my little girl, still fit perfectly up against my chest and snuggle in just right. This time where I can still cradle you in my arms is not lost on me. I know ... Read More
Archives for 2018
Our 2018 Christmas Card
I LOVE making our Christmas card each year! And I love getting them in the mail too. It's the BEST! If you haven't received one from us yet, act surprised when it comes in the mail okay? I just love how they turned out! The little details are perfect. I typically use just one photo for our card, but the photos of the kids turned out so cute, I ... Read More
Bath Time Survival Mode
Some days I’m on top of things and feel like a supermom. I get my to-do list done, the kids all eat their dinner without complaining, and they don’t fight bed time. But that’s just some days. Most days I feel like I’m in survival mode. I take everything in 30-minute increments. “If I can just make dinner really quickly, I’ll be okay.” “If I can ... Read More
How to Stay Safe While Driving this Winter
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
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
