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The 2022 American Girl Gift Guide

The 2022 American Girl Gift Guide

I went from having all things American Girl on my own Christmas list to shopping for American Girl wishes off my own daughters’ wish lists. Each year I round up what the top items are, new items and unique ways to gift them. Ready for the 2022 American Girl gift guide? Here we go!  American Girl Gift Guide  Truly Me… Read More

Dear Santa Letter: 2 Free Printable Letters

Dear Santa Letter: 2 Free Printable Letters

It’s time to mail off those letters to Santa! A few years ago we shared this Dear Santa Letter (click here) which is a little more specific and “fill in the blank”. It helps kids pick out something they would love, other things they’d like, something to read, give and wear. This year I created 2 new versions that more… Read More

Jetson: The Place to Shop This Season

Jetson: The Place to Shop This Season

I have an active crew to shop for. Their lists all have gifts with “wheels”. I was on the hunt for some really cool stuff… stuff that “goes” and gifts that would be exciting and FUN for them. I also have one kid wishing for a hoverboard. That’s when I “met” Jetson. When I started researching hoverboards the best reviews… Read More

Holiday Ready with YearCheer

Holiday Ready with YearCheer

You know I love celebrating holidays. There is no holiday “too small” to put up decorations or have a themed meal for. From Valentine’s Day to National Donut Day there’s plenty to celebrate. Celebrating, even in small ways, makes an ordinary day special. If there’s anything the past few years have taught us: don’t take enjoying time with family and… Read More

New Year’s Eve Activity for Kids: FREE Printable

New Year’s Eve Activity for Kids: FREE Printable

Anyone else getting a little Winter Break cabin fever? It’s about 10 degrees outside here and we haven’t gotten out of pajamas in days. The kids are having a blast with all their Christmas gifts but also driving each other a little nutty and me! I made this New Year’s Eve activity for kids last night. It’s a free printable… Read More

A Polar Express Party

A Polar Express Party

Back when Maggie & Alex were in preschool, we had a Polar Express play date one December morning. It was one of my favorite Christmas parties (see that party post here). This season I decided to throw a Polar Express party for Tommy & Miles and a few of their cousins and friends. Here’s all the details!  Polar Express Party… Read More

American Girl Gift Guide & Coupon Code

American Girl Gift Guide & Coupon Code

There are only a few days left to order your American Girl gifts to get them in time for Christmas! I’m sharing a few favorites this year including some really fun finds you may have missed on the site. Plus there is an awesome American Girl coupon code good through the 13th. Check out the gift guide below and load… Read More

Using Cricut for a Fun DIY Ornament Project for Tweens

Using Cricut for a Fun DIY Ornament Project for Tweens

This post was sponsored by Cricut. The holidays are officially here and you might be on the hunt for some fun projects to keep the young ones entertained and also make this season more memorable for them. Check out these fun DIY ornaments for tweens! I have been making crafts with my girls during the holidays since they were toddlers…. Read More

Special Photo Gift Ideas for Grandparents

Special Photo Gift Ideas for Grandparents

  If you’re looking for the perfect gift for grandparents this holiday season, we’ve got you covered. If there’s one thing all grandparents love, it’s photos of their grandchildren. I’m sharing a few fun photo gifts you can have the kids make to display their photos.    A DIY photo gift just adds to the sweetness of the grandparents.  Look… Read More