I am a huge sucker for themed desserts, especially ones that are fun to make with my kids! Melted Snowman Bark is such a fun winter treat to make that is mama-approved for easiness. Plus, you and your kiddos can get creative with it and make each batch different, depending on what you have on hand. Below, I’m sharing two different ways to create a Melted Snowman Bark that everyone will love this season!
Read MoreWe’re just a hop, skip, and jump away from Christmas! Are all of your presents wrapped and stockings stuffed? We’re almost ready at our house. On today’s to-do list, I’m finishing up the stocking stuffers for him! Whether you’re looking to grab a last minute gift for your hubby, dad, brother, uncle, or any other man in your life, check out these options below!
Read MoreOnce the stockings are hung by the chimney with care, it’s time to stuff them! If you’ve been here awhile, then you know that I love shopping for stocking stuffers. It’s always so fun to shop around for a few small gifts to fill them up. Plus, it’s always the smaller gifts that become the favorite anyway! At my house, we like to open the stockings last, so I take these last few gifts very seriously! If your toddler’s stocking is looking a little less-than-stuffed, check out these perfect gift ideas for 2021!
Read MoreNew Year’s resolutions are coming up, so it’s the perfect time to pick up a sporty mom’s favorite gifts! Whether you’re upgrading her current products or getting her something new, she’ll be in love! Pick up some of these sporty gifts below!
Read MoreIf you know my family, then you know that we’re obsessed with Kalahari Resorts! We’ve been taking trips out to visit their Pocono Mountains, PA location for years now, rain or snow or shine! Kalahari Resorts and Conventions also has locations in Wisconsin Dells, WI, Sandusky, OH, and their newest addition in Round Rock, TX. And today - we are giving away a free trip for your family!
Read MoreTikTok has had a hold on everyone for awhile now. It can be so addicting! One good thing to come from TikTok is all of the gift ideas! Creators are constantly sharing their favorite products from fashion to kitchen essentials. If you need some Christmas list inspo or you’re shopping for the TikTok lover in your life, these are some of my favorite finds from scrolling for hours!
Read MoreAdvent calendars have been so trendy the past few years. Brands from every niche are making their own versions to celebrate the holidays. You can find an advent calendar for almost everything, honestly! A Hot Sauce calendar? Yup! A Friends themed calendar? Mhm! And wine or beer filled calendar? You got it! They’re so fun for the kids and parents alike, so I’m grabbing a few to spread the joy a little further! Can’t decide which one to get this year? Here’s some inspo!
Read MoreEvery single year, the conversation with Mom goes the same way. I ask what’s on her holiday wish list and she tells me that she doesn’t need anything. Sound familiar? I thought so! Check Mom or your Mother-in-Law off your holiday shopping list with this gift guide!
Read MoreIt smells like Thanksgiving is upon us, or maybe that’s the chicken nuggets and french fries I smell… LOL As a mom of two, I’ve been down that “picky eater” road a few times! They can love a certain food one day, then want nothing to do with it the next! If your kids are anything like mine, they might not touch any of the home-cooked meals you’ve spent hours making, especially on Thanksgiving. Over the years, I’ve learned how to navigate Thanksgiving dinner with a picky-eater, picking up a few tips and tricks along the way. Keep reading down for my go-to game plan:
Read MoreThe holidays are creeping up! Are you getting ready ahead of time or waiting until the last minute? This year, I’m shopping early and starting with some festive holiday PJ sets for the whole family! Taking family pictures in our matching PJ sets is a tradition I look forward to every year, so I’m hunting for the cutest options this season.
Read MoreHalloween is this weekend, I can almost smell the candy! The weather has been a bit gloomy, so I wanted to get my family in the Halloween mood and make a fun treat for us all to enjoy. I decided to whip up some quick Candy Corn Rice Krispy Treats! If you know me, I’m all for easy recipes, and this one definitely fits my criteria! 🤪 A little food coloring and white chocolate can take your typical Rice Krispy Treats and make them extra spooky!
Read MoreGetting ready for the holiday season can be stressful, so typically, I like to push the stress off until the last minute! There’s nothing like running out to Target two days before Christmas, right!? This year, I decided to start my preparations early and hopefully reduce the holiday stress. Come along and let’s get ready for Christmas, together!
Read MoreThe Target Deal Days are on! If you are looking to start holiday shopping - start today since the sale ends tonight! Target also started their holiday price match guarantee which means they’ll match the price if it goes lower between now and until 12/24. Some are calling these deals “Early Black Friday”, so don’t wait! What will you be snagging during the Deal Days? Let me know in the comments!
Read MoreYep, it’s that time of year again! St Nicholas will soon be here and it’s never too early to begin prepping your stockings to be hung by the chimney with care! Coming down each Christmas morning to see what ‘Santa’ had left us in our stockings is one of my favorite holiday memories. Now that I get to play the part I love finding fun (and practical!) gifts to place in the stockings for the people I love! Keep reading for everything I’m putting in Ben’s stocking this year!
Read MoreOur first holiday season as an official family is definitely something to celebrate! I can’t wait to send these cards out to all of our family and friends, and enjoy this season of life together. What are your tips for the perfect holiday card?
Read MoreCan you believe that the holidays are right around the corner?! Tis the season of giving, to loved ones and also to people in and out of your community who are in need! As Aimery gets older, I’m trying to teach him that the ideals of the holidays are just as much about giving, as they are about receiving. This year we extended our giving with a little help from Amazon ! With three different ways to give back, it’s never been easier to donate to people who need it most!
Read MoreI can’t believe the holidays are less than two weeks away! This is the first year Ben and I will be celebrating as a married couple, so I’m looking forward to having him be a part of our traditions and making new ones together! Since Aimery was little, we’ve had a routine in the Winter that on Sundays we would spend the afternoon baking. Now that Aims is getting older he’s able to help a lot more and appreciate these family times as well!
Read MoreThis year is Ben & I’s first as a married couple! By combining our families around the holidays, we get to try so many new dishes from each side! For our dinner each year, my mom makes her Italian Wedding Soup and it’s always been my favorite, but I’m kinda bias 😉 It’s always a hit, so I had to share it with you guys! The recipe is super simple, easy to make, and perfect for those cold winter days!
Read MoreSince this is our first year as a married couple in our new home, Ben and I are excited to host our first ever holiday party! We are looking forward to inviting our close friends and family to our home and share some of our favorite recipes. Growing up, my parents would always request their friends to bring their favorite holiday dish or desert to our holiday parties, and that is something I would like to continue in our own home! It is always so fun to hear the stories behind favorite side dishes or treats - whether it was a recipe that has been passed down through the generations, or something they created on their own!
Read MoreAs many of you know, Ben and I got married this fall! We are so excited to spend our first holiday season as a family. I started a few traditions with Aimery over the years, and I’m looking forward to starting new ones this year with Ben. There are four holiday traditions that we are really excited to start this year, and wanted to share them with you! Keep reading for the new traditions we will be starting this year!
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