best Christmas gifts for kids

As a mom of seven, I have a love/hate relationship with Christmas shopping. I do love buying gifts for others. I also look forward to seeing the excitement on my kids faces when they upwrap their gifts. However, it can also be a little stressful! Trying to work our three gifts into the budget means… Continue reading best Christmas gifts for kids

travel lovers gift guide–Valentine’s Day gifts they’ll love

Aww, love. Don’t you just love love? Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to show the travel lover in your life just how much you care! Whether you’re planning a surprise getaway or simply dreaming of your next adventure together, thoughtful travel-inspired gifts can make their heart skip a beat. I’ve put together a curated… Continue reading travel lovers gift guide–Valentine’s Day gifts they’ll love

gifts for your spouse or parents

A couple of weeks ago I asked on my Instagram Stories who was the hardest person to shop for. Two groups of people stood out–spouses and parents. My own sweet hubby was skeptical that I could create one list that would work as gifts for your spouse and your parents or in-laws. But even he… Continue reading gifts for your spouse or parents

30+ best travel books for kids

Can you believe that we’re already less than a month from Valentine’s Day? Years ago I started gifting my children a book for Valentine’s Day and the tradition has stuck over time. Today I wanted to share some of the best travel books for kids. Best of all, you can order them all in plenty… Continue reading 30+ best travel books for kids

beach day must haves: shopping guide

I know, I know–we are well into fall. After all, it’s the middle of October! As a blogger sometimes we like to share things at odd times. However, here in California the weather is still perfect most days for a day at the beach or lake. So check out these beach day must haves and… Continue reading beach day must haves: shopping guide