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motherhood | November 24, 2020

Cozy Up with Peppa Pig’s Book Club

Cozy Up with Peppa Pig’s Book Club

This post is sponsored by eOne. There’s not much we love more than Peppa Pig in this house! With Thanksgiving this week and Christmas just around the corner, there is nothing quite like spending time with family and reading our favorite books. My girls are straight up obsessed with all things Peppa Pig, which is why we were so excited to join ... Read More

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gift ideas | November 23, 2020

Gift Guide for Men

Gift Guide for Men

Raise your hand if you have a man in your life who is hard to shop for! My husband fits that category! Luckily, with some help from him, I was able to round up 19 fun gifts for men...I hope you like them! Everything is linked below the photo.... 1. Men's Snap Fleece Sweater. I love this for my husband because it comes in tall sizes! It's cute, ... Read More

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motherhood | November 19, 2020

How to Protect Your Family Against the Flu

How to Protect Your Family Against the Flu

This post is sponsored by The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. All opinions are my own. This year has made one thing abundantly clear to me: My family is everything. I can get by without so many things I once thought “necessary,” as long as my children and my family are healthy and safe. This pandemic can be overwhelming and ... Read More

gift ideas, kids | November 12, 2020

Gift Guide for Boys

Gift Guide for Boys

Not going to lie....boy gift guides are hard! My eight year old and my husband helped with this guide....and I love everything on it! We either have these items already or we are planning to get them for Hudson for Christmas. Boys are so stinking fun! 1. Nintendo Switch Lite. The Nintendo Switch has been such a huge hit at our house! It goes in ... Read More

gift ideas, gift ideas, kids | November 10, 2020

Gift Guide For Girls

Gift Guide For Girls

This was so much fun to put together. I love gift giving during the holidays so much! All of these items are approved by my girls who are 3 and 5! 1. Pom Pom Hat. I bought this for Sadie (5) and it is so darling! We both love the pink pom pom on top and it's super cozy. 2. Lego Dots. These are so cool! You use lego dots to build fun stuff like ... Read More

motherhood | October 26, 2020

Christmas Pajama Roundup

Christmas Pajama Roundup

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas Pjs are finally in! I've searched all over and rounded up the cutest pjs this holiday season for girls, boys, and a ton of family/gender neutral options too! There are a lot of cute pajamas out there, but below are the cutest of the cute. 1. Festive Friends Two-Pack / 2. Pink Santa & ... Read More

kids, motherhood | September 24, 2020

How to Organize Kid’s School Papers

How to Organize Kid’s School Papers

It's every parent's struggle: school papers. If you are like me you are drowning in school papers. Papers come home from school EVERY SINGLE DAY. Sooooo many papers. When my oldest started school here is what I keep asking myself: How do I decide what to keep and what to toss? How do I store what I want to keep without being overwhelmed? If you've ... Read More

kids | August 28, 2020

Halloween Pajama Roundup

Halloween Pajama Roundup

Holiday pajamas are my FAVORITE. Seriously I can't get enough!! And no need to search for the cutest pjs, because I've round up all of my favorites for you here! Just click the text links below! 1. Pink Kitties / 2. Ghosts / 3. Bats & Moon / 4. Orange Bats 5. Pumpkins / 6. Candy Corn / 7. Halloween Fun / 8. Monster Pops 9. Kitty Bones / ... Read More

kids | August 25, 2020

How to Plan a Simple After School Picnic

How to Plan a Simple After School Picnic

This post is sponsored by Stonyfield® Organic With school plans out of control and changing every minute, I’m choosing to focus on something I can control: our after school routine! After my kids are done with school for the day, I love to offer them a yummy snack, a fun wind-down activity, and just some time to relax! I’ve been brainstorming ... Read More

motherhood | August 11, 2020

Back to School 2020

Back to School 2020

Back to school sure looks a bit different this year. 2020 you aren't messing around! Today I'm rounding up the school related items (beyond regular school supplies) that I stocked up on this year. Right now, our district is offering a hybrid program where students are in school face to face two days a week and at home the other three days. And the ... Read More

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I love them so much it hurts and then also need th I love them so much it hurts and then also need them to leave me alone sometimes. That’s motherhood for ya.
Snow globe status today and we are here for it! Snow globe status today and we are here for it!
AD: Feeling stressed? The good news is you are not AD: Feeling stressed? The good news is you are not alone! It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, especially after this crazy year! To manage stress, I try to take frequent breaks, remember to smile and laugh every day, carve out some alone time every morning, exercise daily, and turn to friends and other resources available to me if I need extra support. Check out more healthy stress management tips from Ambetter from Meridian: https://lnk2.io/wFTgVcc #BetterIs
I’m just a mom, playing My Little Ponies for the I’m just a mom, playing My Little Ponies for the hundredth time, trying not to step on all the tiny toys that are everywhere in my house, about to clean peanut butter off the rug (again) and wondering how many times I’ll have to re-heat my coffee today. Anyone relate?
It’s not lost on me what a blessing it has been It’s not lost on me what a blessing it has been to have extra time with my girl at home. Ruby likes it too.
Why yes, we are still rocking our Christmas pajama Why yes, we are still rocking our Christmas pajamas thanks for asking.
“You’re so pretty mama - can I have a cookie p “You’re so pretty mama - can I have a cookie please?” Well twist my arm....🍪
Gentle. That’s the word I’ve chosen for 2021. Gentle. That’s the word I’ve chosen for 2021. Gentle with my children. Gentle with my family. Gentle with myself. Gentle with those who believe differently than I do. Couldn’t we all use a little more gentleness? After 8 years of raising babies and a crazy 2020 it’s what my mind, body, and soul needs. And my kids and family need it from me too. Have you chosen a word for 2021? If so, let me know what it is! (and thank you @bluegrassred for the word inspo! I heard her talk about it a few times on @pantsuitpolitics and I couldn’t get it out of my head. Exactly what I need for this year!)

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