My Ronin turns 8 today. It’s shocking how fast it’s flown when sometimes the day-to-day seems like it’s dragged at a snails pace. Motherhood altered my life in innumerable ways and it’s not always rainbows and kittens. But when I add it all up, I wouldn’t change it for the world. I could not live without that smile, […]
Handprint Turkey Candy Jar
Sweetworks sponsored this Handprint Turkey Candy Jar tutorial. A promotional item was provided. All opinions are mine. The holiday season is barreling down upon us and I love it. Our family so looks forward to this time of year, starting with Ronin’s birthday that’s coming up next week! Then on to our favorite Halloween, my birthday, Thanksgiving and […]
Minecraft Creeper Cup Tutorial
In just a couple of weeks my first born Ronin will be turning 8! Where has the time gone? I vividly remember rocking a tiny 7-pound bundle on my chest as he drifted off to dream land like it was yesterday. John and I used to compete over who got to hold him. Now, he’s a GIANT […]
Natural Ways to Protect our Well Being {Personalized Drinking Cup Tutorial}
I sit here nursing the first cold of Back to School cold season. Ugh. I knew one of us would inevitably fall prey to the extra school germs, I just didn’t think it was going to be me. But of course! I was so focused on making sure the kids practiced their germ care that […]
DIY Minecraft and Pokemon Inspired School Lunch Kits
Disclosure: This DIY Minecraft and Pokemon Inspired School Lunch Kits post is sponsored by Snapware. They’ve also provided a Snapware Total Solution 16-piece-set to giveaway. (Retail Value $29.99.) Oh Back to School lunch. We’ve been back in school a little over a week, and I’m back in the swing making school lunches. It’s one of my most […]
Preparing for Back to School Cold Season {Recycled Shoe Box Cold Care Kit}
There’s a part of me that is very much looking forward to back to school. Ronin starts 2nd grade and Ellie will be in full day Kindergarten. I’ll finally have big blocks of kid-free time to get things done. Yay! But one thing I dread every year as school approaches is the inevitable cold season that […]
DIY Recycled Minions Bowling Game {And Minions Party Ideas}
Minions is in theaters. Woot! We are so excited to see it tomorrow! We all thought the Dispicable Me films were hysterical, so the first time we saw the Minions trailer in the theater we all did a double-take, and have been eagerly anticipating it ever since. Ronin is quite the banana-aholic so of course he relates to […]
How to Create a Vision Board that will Change Your Life
The past two weeks the kids and I have been on a last minute trip to visit my parents in Florida. It’s been such an unexpected experience because while there a dear friend passed away way too young at 41. It was such a shock and it’s been a big wake up call for me and a […]
Peaceful Spaces Amid the Chaos: Appealing to the Senses {Plus DIY Mason Jar Vase}
A few weeks ago, John went on a business trip leaving me to the job of solo parenting the kiddos. When they were babies I dreaded those trips. The house became a complete and utter disaster. My only adult contact was the UPS guy or grocery store clerk. I had kid(s) attached to me 24/7 […]
Bunny Snack Cups with Printable
I am a very simple crafter, and I’m using the term “crafter” very loosely here. I don’t own a fancy die-cutting machine, or go to Michael’s multiple times per week. I don’t even own a glue gun. So my type of craft projects probably won’t appeal to you if you’re the more advanced crafter. But if you’re more likely […]
Cinderella-Inspired Easter {No Sew Easter Basket Tutorial and Printable}
Goodbye Winter! Hello Spring! The sun has been starting to shine and that’s making me very happy. I’ve been dealing with some seasonal depression and have really been making a concerted effort to have more fun and get motivated. Having things to look forward to, like movie plans or Easter Egg Hunts, is so important when my […]
Big Hero 6 Baymax Party Cup Tutorial {with Printable}
We have been huge fans of Oscar-winning Big Hero 6 since seeing it in the theater (twice!) By the way check out my film review and printable kids activities here. With it’s recent release on Blu-Ray, DVD and digital download I was excited to have a chance to play around and create a fun movie […]