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Preparing for a Year of Sports & Activities

September 18, 2019

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Mabel’s Labels. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own. It seems each year, my big kids sign up for more activities, sports and more involved teams. This year, the their little brothers are joining in the in the mayhem too. I can only imagine what it will be like in a few… Read More

Little Passports: Unique Gift for Kids that Love Science and Travel

September 6, 2019

This is a sponsored post. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own. By: Courtney Byrne Two things that are tricky: finding educational toys and activities that the kids want to do and finding new and unique gifts to give. This summer we spent a lot of time with Little Passports and I’m happy to say they… Read More

Back to School with Bella Bliss (& Coupon Code)

September 4, 2019

It’s time for Back to School and school clothes! Whether you’re looking for everyday school wear, play clothes or special outfits for picture day, we love Bella Bliss. We’ve been wearing Bella Bliss clothes to school for 7 years now: since Maggie’s very first day of preschool. Today we’re excited to share a special Bella Bliss coupon code for our… Read More

How to Make Straw Rockets

July 17, 2019

Today I’m sharing one of our favorite simple STEM activities: easy straw rockets. These are really fun! These are great for all ages. Little kids think it’s a blast to see the rocket shoot off the end of the straw. Bigger kids can spend time “designing” and coloring the paper rocket for the end and can also learn more about… Read More

Easy Watermelon Craft: DIY Painted Watermelon Flower Pot

May 8, 2019

By: Courtney Byrne Looking for a fun summer craft? This DIY watermelon flower pot craft is cute for a Mother’s Day gift, teacher gift or just something fun to do on summer break. It’s easy and can be down with any size flower pot. For this one, I got the paint recommended for painting clay pots – it’s next to… Read More

Easy DIY Mickey Autograph Book

April 26, 2019

By: Ali McNulty My daughter loves to get everyone’s autograph as we are strolling through the Disney Parks. Her autograph books tend to fill up quickly and we usually need a new one each trip. This time around, we thought we’d make our own! Here’s how we made an easy DIY Mickey Autograph book: Easy DIY Mickey Autograph Book Craft… Read More

Alternative Ideas for Bring Your Child to Work Day

April 23, 2019

By: Caren Villareal Some interesting “takes” on Take Your Kid to Work Day What a great idea, right? A chance to bond with your children and teach them about your career and what you “do all day” while they are at school. For some fortunate few kids and parents, this day off from school (April 25 this year) can be… Read More

Butterfly Craft and Snack for Kids

April 3, 2019

By: Courtney Byrne We had a rainy Saturday and the kids were going bonkers so I wanted an easy craft that would occupy them all for a bit. This paper plate butterfly craft did the trick! They ended up each making a few. The big kids took a while “designing” the wings and the little ones were much quicker with… Read More

DIY Disney Vacation Savings Jar

March 6, 2019

By: Ali McNulty If your family is as crazy for Disney as we are, you’ll know that you start saving for your next Disney vacation as soon as you get back home! For years, I’ve had a Disney Vacation Savings Jar (specifically, an old Mickey coffee can I picked up in WDW years ago). My daughter, Kate, wanted her own… Read More

Love is Kind: A Kindness Book Tour

February 4, 2019

By: Courtney Byrne I’m so excited to have the blog be part of the Love is Kind book tour! This is a special book in our house and one I am always recommending to other parents. The author of Love is Kind, Laura Sassi, lives in our town. My girls think it’s so cool that we have an author in… Read More