toddler leaf rubbings

Making leaf rubbings with your toddler is a fun and simple Fall activity.

I’ve mentioned before that this year we have our son enrolled in a local charter school. It’s a great hybrid program for our family. He attends on-site classes three days a week for a half day. In addition, we’re in charge of science, social studies, and physical education at home. I’ve had a lot of […]

new neighbor gift basket

How to gather local items for a gift basket.

Getting new neighbors can be really fun… especially when they’re your parents and you suddenly have free babysitters in the house behind yours. Ha ha. Seriously though, new neighbors moving in can be a great chance to meet new people, gain new friends, have new experiences, or expand your child’s circle of friends. And isn’t it […]

cookies and milk bridal shower

Cookies and milk bridal shower.

This past weekend was my little sister’s bridal shower. I am really pleased with how it turned out and I think the bride-to-be had a good time. I’m so glad that I was able to make the drive down to southern California and help to pull off this cookies and milk bridal shower for her! […]

10 candy-free goodies for Halloween

Happy Halloween from these trick or treaters! Candy-free Halloween options.

I don’t know about you but my kids look forward to Halloween all year long! I don’t blame them though because I look forward to passing out treats on Halloween to all the cute kids dressed up. We’re fortunate that our kiddos don’t have allergies so they can enjoy all their Halloween candy. However, I […]

how to throw a favorite things party

Name tags on a party favor brown kraft bag.

Back in the beginning of August, as sort of an “unofficial” birthday party for myself, I threw a favorite things party. It was such a fun girl’s night in and I’m excited to share all the party details with you today! Here are some tips for how to plan a favorite things party what is a […]