peachy year jam teacher gift

Of course, back to school means back to school teacher gifts, at least for most of us. I know they can be somewhat controversial, but I know what a difference a good teacher can make. I also know how hard many teachers work. So, I don’t mind showing them a little extra appreciation every now… Continue reading peachy year jam teacher gift

back to school meal planning

I don’t know about you, but I am over this hot weather. I am really looking forward to the cooler weather that comes with autumn. However, I don’t love how busy our schedules become for a few months. Between homeschooling, soccer practices and games (I now have to get two kids to soccer practices four times… Continue reading back to school meal planning

acts of kindness to do with your kids this school year

Something that I have been thinking a lot about lately is ways to spread more kindness. The world could always use more light and goodness. This is also something that I want to instill in my children and I don’t think it’s ever too young to start! Here are some fun random acts of kindness with kids… Continue reading acts of kindness to do with your kids this school year

life lessons from Harry Potter quote printables

You might be well aware that this coming weekend is Harry Potter’s birthday. To celebrate The Boy Who Lived I have some Harry Potter quote printables for you! four free Harry Potter quote printables One of the reasons I love the Harry Potter series is that I feel like it has some great life lessons that… Continue reading life lessons from Harry Potter quote printables

water fun must-haves & diy beach blanket

I grew up in southern California just a couple miles from the beach and we also had a pool nearly my entire childhood. So spending long afternoons running along the shore or swimming in the water was pretty normal for three quarters of the year. My family might live pretty far away from the ocean now, but I… Continue reading water fun must-haves & diy beach blanket