By: Courtney Byrne Schools out for the summer (or almost out in our case!). Summer is a time to relax, enjoy the pool and playing outdoors. We always try and read a lot in the summer to keep in the learning groove. We participate in our town’s library summer reading program which has a fun carnival to participate in if… Read More
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
By: Lexie of Lexsentials Today I’m sharing the details of how I made the DIY rope rainbow in Parker’s nursery because so many people have asked and I want YOU to be able to make it too before your baby arrives…or not for a baby! I always wanted to make this but never had the time. I told myself that… Read More
By: Lexie Allman of Lexsentials I am finally ready to share my birth story. I needed some time to let it settle in. I will start by saying, it did not go as planned. I always envisioned my birth a certain way. I wanted it to be “natural” which I now refer to as “unmedicated” and was inspired to do… Read More
By: Andrea Westervelt Farmers markets are back open around the country, and while it is so exciting to have access to fresh local produce and hand-crafted foods, sometimes it’s overwhelming to know how to turn that food into an actual dinner! My family shops at a LOT of farmers markets doing delicious research for Farmspread.com, so I have several go-to… Read More
We love dressing in red, white and blue for patriotic holidays! The week before Memorial Day our preschool has a little parade around town and then on Memorial Day the town has a big parade! We have always done to watch and now that the kids are getting older, their sports teams and scout troops march. Then, 4th of July… Read More
Today’s my 10th Mothers Day: a decade of being celebrated as my role as a mom. I’m a big fan of milestones and anniversaries. It’s a time to stop and realize you’ve hit another benchmark in your life and something to celebrate. A decade of holding the same job is certainly something to commemorate and look back on how you’ve… Read More
Memorial Day is jut a few weeks away! I can’t wait for the start of summer: days at the pool, no schedule, beach day and all my favorite summer meals… Today I’m sharing one of my summer favorites. It’s a salad we enjoyed last year and already kicked off bbq season with last weekend: Avocado, black bean and corn salad…. Read More
By: Courtney Byrne Last fall we had the opportunity to meet Lindsay Connors while in Boston. She came highly recommended as a family photographer and she exceeded all expectations. Lindsay was absolutely wonderful to work with and the photos she captured are a gift I will treasure forever. We worked with Lindsay on a project for Four Seasons Boston, so… Read More
By: Jordan of Jordan & Co Ok, so I have a thing for neutral shoes. Sue Me. 😉 I’m sharing my favorite neutral summer shoes Here are my very faves for this season… (tried-and-tested as well as a few of my wish list items)! I’m also sharing some favorite bags, swim, coverups and more. Bring on summer time! 1 |2 |… Read More