your national park bucket list for 2026
Our family loves visiting national parks and have been to 25 of 63 national parks (so far). There are so many that I want to visit with my kids–well, all of them, to be honest–that it can be overwhelming when trying to pick where to go next. If you want to explore some national parks […]
Operation Christmas Child: how to pack a shoebox
As we inch closer and closer to Christmas–actually, scratch that, I feel like it’s coming up like a bullet train. But anyway, I digress. With Christmas approaching so does the season of giving. One of the ways that our family gives every year is by participating in Operation Christmas Child. We’re one of the many […]
GLP-1 weight loss: my experience with Semaglutide
Today I’m opening up and sharing about my GLP-1 weight loss journey. So buckle up, we’re diving into the good, the bad, and the ugly. Like, really ugly. Reader discretion is advised. I am not a medical professional and this article should be considered a personal review and not medical advice. Always consult your own […]
Great Sand Dunes National Park with kids
Visiting Great Sand Dunes National Park with kids is such a fun experience! This unique Colorado park combines a national park with a preserve–encompassing a total of 232.9 square miles! Keep reading for all our tips of what to do, when to go, and where to stay! all about Great Sand Dunes National Park The […]
DIY tulle ghost costumes for kids
Spooky season is here and my kids are so excited! How do you handle Halloween costumes? Are they store bought? Do you make elaborate handmade masterpieces? Or are you all about using what’s already in your closet for a low effort ensemble? With seven kids (and therefore seven costumes) we switch between elaborate family costumes […]