The Chirping Moms

Kids and Kindness

Kids and Kindness

No act of kindness, no matter how small, is never wasted. – Aesop We want to introduce a series that we will be sharing all year long called Kids and Kindness. Watching my kids during the holiday season, I realized how much joy that they have in “giving” to others may it be dropping some change in the Salvation Army… Read More

Sausage and Tortellini Soup

Sausage and Tortellini Soup

I think this is the PERFECT recipe to share with you all today.  Many of us, including myself, are hunkered down in our houses due to some freezing temperatures outside.  Nothing makes you feel cozier than a nice bowl of a warm, hearty soup and some fresh bread served on the side.  Today, I am sharing a new favorite soup… Read More

First Giveaway of 2014: A Starbucks Verismo Brewer

First Giveaway of 2014: A Starbucks Verismo Brewer

Disclosure: We were not compensated for this post, however we did receive a Starbucks Verismo Brewer from Staples for the purpose of review. As always, all opinions are our own.  Over the holidays, each member of our family got new & exciting gifts. Maggie plays with her new horses & her Sofia the First Castle non stop. Alex has probably logged… Read More

Watching My Daughters Grow Into Sisters: Our Year In Pictures

Watching My Daughters Grow Into Sisters: Our Year In Pictures

Technically Maggie & Alex became sisters back in 2011, the day Alex was born. Here is the moment they first met: I was thrilled to bring a baby sister home for Maggie. They are only 18 months apart & knew I was bringing home her life long friend. I suppose I assumed they would have that bond from the start…. Read More

Getting Creative With Wedding Gifts At Target

Getting Creative With Wedding Gifts At Target

This post is in partnership with Target. I received a Target gift card to help me create a wedding gift. As always, all opinions are my own.  #TargetWedding   Whenever I go to a party, regardless of the occasion, I like to try & come up with a creative, thoughtful gift. Then, I enjoy wrapping the gift even more. My… Read More

A Special MOMent & Our Holiday Card Outtakes

A Special MOMent & Our Holiday Card Outtakes

If there’s one thing many moms stress over during the holidays, it’s sending out cards. It can be a daunting task. There’s making the list of who to send to, ordering cards, addressing, making sure you’ve got enough postage, mailing them on time, keeping track of who sends them to you so you send one in return & the list… Read More

Surviving the Holidays with Toddlers (Guest Post)

Surviving the Holidays with Toddlers (Guest Post)

Today, we are sharing a great guest post from one of our sponsors, It Takes A Village Baby Consultants!  We all know that the holidays can bring some tough and stressful times among the joyful moments, especially when you have little ones.  Today, the wonderful ladies behind It Takes A Village Baby Consultants are sharing with you some great ideas… Read More

Where To Wednesday: A Polar Express Pajama Party

Where To Wednesday: A Polar Express Pajama Party

For more holiday inspiration,  please follow our Pinterest boards for our latest pins, including all our favorite holiday ideas! The Polar Express has been my favorite Christmas book since I was a little girl. There was even a Christmas that I put “a bell from Santa’s sleigh” at the top of my wish list. I also asked for a Polaroid picture of the… Read More

Festive Ways to Serve Cheese & Crackers

Festive Ways to Serve Cheese & Crackers

For more holiday inspiration,  please follow our Pinterest boards for our latest pins, including all our favorite holiday ideas! Back in November, I was snack mom for Maggie’s class. They asked for a Thanksgiving themed snack, but due to various allergies in the class, I was trying to stay away from baked goods. I wasn’t sure what to send. I mean what 3… Read More