I don’t really have to pretend it’s summer. Most people’s summer is our spring here in Phoenix. Today, it’s sunny and 81 degrees! I tend to get slightly panicky in March, because I know our RIDICULOUSLY HOT weather is just around the corner, and I haven’t been taking full advantage of the beauty that is […]
Before I share this post with you, I want to say something about parties: I love to plan parties for my kids. But, you’ll probably never find me featured on a party blog. The reason? I believe in keeping things on a limited budget, and in helping the kids have a great time vs. making […]
Whenever I start making something, my daughter wants to help. I should be nurturing that crafty desire, but most of the time I just want to get the project done. So, this time, I have a craft that can be done with your kids, and it will add just the right touch of spring to […]
It’s my bloggy birthday, and my real-life birthday is coming up soon! Let’s celebrate! Each day this week, I have a giveaway for you, as well as a fun, birthday-themed post. So, I hope you’ll come back this afternoon for a fun birthday post! The theme of my giveaways this week is “My Favorite […]
Hey mom friends! I know you’re busy with carpool, soccer practice, and working on homework with your kids. I am too. But I need to tell you something. My children aren’t perfect. I try to present them as perfect. We spend hours on behavior, dress and grooming, studying for school, developing talents, etc. because I […]
***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED*** I promised you a giveaway, and here it is! Let me introduce you to Bonita Bellita: Stephanie, the shop’s owner, makes beautiful hair accessories for you or that other special girl in your life. Who can resist this beautiful Rustic Romance headband? She sells gorgeous clips that double as pins. […]
UPDATE: GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED I’m not exactly a style maven. I pretty much wear jeans and a shirt. Very often that shirt is a t-shirt. I’m all about comfy clothes. If they are also cute and stylish, well that is a bonus. If you’re like me, or you actually ARE a style maven, you’re going […]
So, I was in Cracker Barrel the other night. We go there for the food, of course, but I want to go there sometime by myself just to shop. I always have my crazy kids running around playing with their toys and begging for candy. But they actually have adorable, adorable decor for different holidays […]
I love cupcakes. I don’t make them very often, and I certainly don’t drive out of my way to buy them. But when an opportunity to eat a really good cupcake falls into my lap, I’m sure going to take it. Do you watch Cupcake Wars on Food Network? I watch it with my daughter religiously. She […]
Since making over my kids’ bathroom, I’ve got bathroom makeovers on the brain! Luckily Hometalk has all the inspiration I need. I’m brand new to Hometalk, so if you have an account, follow me! If not and you love all things DIY and crafty, head on over and set up an account! There is so […]
Before I get to my favorite things this week, I wanted to let you know that my Pottery Barn Cottage Frame Knock Off is being featured at Knock off Decor. I’m thrilled! I love a great knock-off, and this site has a great collection! If you haven’t been, go and check it out- there are […]
I love to make printables! Some of them make it to the blog, and some I just create for my own personal use. I usually make them in PicMonkey or Publisher, but each of them has its limits. A few months ago, a friend tipped me off that you can create your own printables using […]
Some say parents are destined to ruin their children, in one way or another. Maybe I’ve already ruined my kids a little. But I know it’s not too late to fix the damage I’ve done. See, I have a daughter who’s changed over the past few years. Once a barrel of sunshine, now she’s full […]