Each year, we seem to add more and more traditions to our growing family. I love it! I'm curious which ones will stay and which ones won't. Some of the things that we are doing now, I can guarantee...
I'm not the first to share how parenting changes your life and those adorable little creations you birthed are sometimes time-suckers for attention, feeding, bathing, changing, etc.. Sometimes, a "date with your spouse" is when the kids go to bed...
First of all, if you're one of those grieving during this holiday season I'm sorry. I'm sorry you're feelings are filled with wishing those who aren't here anymore were here to see it all, to be with you. I'm...
It seems that more and more, holidays have become an excuse to pump our littles with presents and sweets in the name of Christmas, Valentine’s Day, and Easter. Between school parties and themed candies for every holiday imaginable, I...
Did you ever hear of such a thing? Random Acts of Poetry Day?
Though most people think we reserve these heartfelt offerings for Valentine’s Day, it’s actually an opportunity to get out into the world and “paint the town...
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Merry FISHmas to you! If you are like me, then you are on the hunt for stuff for...
This past weekend my daughters and I attended The Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak’s annual “Breakfast With Santa” event series at Rico's American Grill. From the moment we arrived, my kids were fascinated and loved all the Christmas decor. Light up candy canes AND flowers?!
Once...
As we approach the end of another year and head into the cooler months, I’m always amazed at how quickly the days flew by. This is especially true of the last three months, which always feel like a blur....
It's 3 days until Christmas and lots of us have everything done but some of us don't! Hehe! No matter where you fall on that list we wanted to share this easy holiday gift idea with you!
Thank you to...
Think your kiddos are too young to celebrate Valentine's Day? Think again! It doesn’t take much to get toddlers excited about holidays and spending time with you. And what better time to show these little ones how much you love them...
Find yourself some green and check out some of our favorite ideas to celebrate St. Patrick's day! Whether you want to celebrate at home or bring the whole family out on an adventure, here are seven lucky options to celebrate...
I think St. Patrick's Day is an underrated holiday! I know we send our kids to school wearing green and we may even make green eggs in the morning as a fun treat for breakfast, but that seems to be where...
The holidays are here, and there is nothing more festive than planning some great to-do's for you and your family this holiday season. In an effort to make the holidays really memorable, we've compiled a comprehensive guide to holiday...
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...
Last year we hosted our first pumpkin patch party and it was the best idea ever!
We love pumpkin patches around the valley but there was one year when we invited a group of families to the farm for a...
Are visions of Thanksgiving preparations dancing through your head already? We love gathering with family and friends to celebrate and reflect this time of year. If you are still on the hunt for the perfect recipe or activities for...
Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate the ones you love and let them know how much you care. What better way to celebrate than showering your kids with delicious (and healthy) finger foods to eat! Below, I will...
So the holidays are over and it's time to start thinking about the new year. New Year's Eve is one of my favorite holidays. I love taking the time to reflect on the last year (I love all the...
The birth of our first child was exciting and we were looking forward to all the firsts that came along with it. The holiday season was coming up and my husband and I were discussing what we were going...
I am not big on filling my daughter's Easter basket or eggs with candy. She gets plenty of that stuff elsewhere (Hello, Easter package from Grandma!) and generally I try to watch the amount of sugar she has.I'm fine...
With so much pressure to get the perfect gift, set the perfect table, and have a perfectly decorated home this holiday season I know we all feel like the holidays are sometimes more stressful than they should be. Why can’t...
Next to Thanksgiving, the 4th of July is one of my all time favorite holidays. I love that it is so family oriented and is an enjoyable holiday at any age.
My favorite memory of the 4th of July is...
It's that time of the year. You know, when us moms start to dream of organizing our homes after the chaos of Christmas has settled!
We look at tools:
And see the systems others are doing:
And think to ourselves, Can this...
Juneteenth in Phoenix 2021
What is Juneteenth?
A time in history before cell phones. A time in history before landlines. A time in history before television. A time in history before radio. When news spread so slowly that it would take...
The holidays are quickly approaching, and I can't wait! If you are like me, you may already be thinking of gift ideas and making lists. My husband is a typical guy, and what he wants never really changes -...