The Fourth of July is right around the corner and it’s time to celebrate the good ol’ USA! Check out these simple and fun patriotic treats that both you and your preschooler will enjoy making—and eating!
1. Red, White, and...
Halloween is upon us and that means TREATS, TREATS and MORE TREATS! Thus I made a FREE Printable Halloween Treats Sorter for you! Do you feel like I do about candy? I don't like it, I really don't but I'm...
Christmas morning magic is a little intense in my family. I came to this realization when my youngest son was 18 months old.
You see, he went to bed in a quiet and empty house. Granted it had been a couple...
It's that time of year when between family, work, and kid's activities, it seems there's a holiday party at least every weekend. As a mom, I don't always have the hours that I would like to get all dolled...
Hello Holiday Season. This time of year is pure magic for our sweet kiddos—Santa, presents, holiday baking, the list goes on. For us parents working behind-the-scenes, this time of year can bring stress and seemingly mile-long to-do lists.
One item...
We are so excited for the Fourth of July Events In Phoenix and Around Arizona! Here is a list that will hopefully help you enjoy the holiday and have some fun with your family.
*Please refer to each events website...
It's November and you know what that means?
Thankfulness
I've seen so many posts on Facebook or other social media platforms about 30 day challenges to speak, write or say what you are thankful for everyday in the month of November....
It is almost that time of year when all of the big holidays quickly stumble upon us, but I wanted to throw another one at you that is not nearly as popular, but still has a huge purpose. This...
It's almost Fall and the weather will begin to cool down and of course the pumpkin patches will be opening up. Enjoying the pumpkin patches has been a long time tradition of our family and this year will be...
Because we apparently have a thing for Coffee Filter Crafts this year!!! See here and here (in the swag bags) we have brought you yet another easy and inexpensive coffee filter craft that you will love! Best of all the finished product will...
Happy Spring!!!! I absolutely adore this time of the year! As do my kids. We are slightly obsessed with Easter decorations, daffodils from Trader Joes, and those candy coated chocolate Cadbury Mini Eggs. You know the ones in the...
When the temperatures finally dip below 90 degrees in Phoenix, it is time to dust off that slow cooker! In our household, we have a tradition of slow cooking on Sundays. We try to make it a rule to...
I admit it....I love suburbia. The perfect combination of community, recreation, and retail with the convenience of being adjacent to a big city such as Phoenix. The Valley of the Sun is chock full of suburbia. But there are...
I've heard it said that good is the enemy of great. But I would argue that "good enough" might actually be the key to peace on Earth and good will to men this Christmas.
As moms, we know all too...
The holiday season has begun! The hustle and bustle of traditions, traveling, gift giving and food preparation makes this season seem like a blur. However, one thing I slow down and focus on during the season is teaching my...
Answering the question - “what do you want as a gift?” during the December holidays can be tricky, especially since moms are often the point person for purchasing gifts for others - their children, partner, friends, teachers, and extended...
I love to cook at Christmas, but baking is another story. This year I decided to take on the challenge of making my mom's Pinwheel Cookies. They are a delicious mix of gooey dates and nuts all wrapped up in a...
Pink. Gold. Black and white... what's not to love about that color combination and this fun and adorable Valentine's Day Dessert table? When I found this black and white striped gossamer fabric, I just knew I had to have...
December has a reputation for being a stressful month no matter what holiday you celebrate. Adding an elaborate agenda to accomplish in December will only send your household into a tailspin and your blood pressure through the roof. The...
"If a race has no history, it has no worthwhile tradition, it becomes a negligible factor in the thought of the world, and it stands in danger of being exterminated,” Carter G. Woodson
February 2021 is the start of our...
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I'm a huge believer of buying local especially during the holidays. As a small business owner of Hazel & May, I appreciate the heart and work that goes into quality handmade products. What I love even more...
When it comes to the holidays, the first thing that comes to mind (besides amazing food) are family traditions. Everyone has them. Whether it is an annual turkey dinner at Aunt Karen's or Christmas Brunch at your in-laws. These...
Are you use to writing 2013 yet? It always takes me awhile. The end of 2012 was a bit of a whirlwind in our home. As if the craze of holidays wasn't enough, we had two sick kiddos, a...
If you spend any time watching Lifetime's Countdown To Christmas, you'd get the impression that the Holiday season is about families filled with peace and love gathered around golden turkeys cooked to perfection. But of course we know that's...
We all know someone who falls asleep on the nearest recliner right after eating Thanksgiving dinner. Not only do they miss out on family fun, but they also miss out on eating Pumpkin pie too! Sleepiness or a lack...