Let's keep red, white and blue on display longer than just for the 4th of July! There are so many fun and beautiful patriotic wreaths and they are perfect for Labor Day, too. Adding some Americana decor is just one way we can show support for our troops! I couldn't believe how many different ways you can make wreaths that are SO CUTE. Choosing from the 20 wreaths below seems … [Read more...]
The Key to Stress Free Travel with Kids
This post was sponsored by RaceTrac but all thoughts and opinions are 100% my own. The thought of a road trip with young kids is enough to make me break out into a cold sweat. Long car trips are exhausting enough, without throwing loud, bored kids in the mix. But, there is one sure fire way to keep the stress at bay. The secret to stress free road trips with kids I … [Read more...]
20 Easy Summer Meal Ideas For the Family
I know cooking can get old when it comes to summertime. You tend to be more worn out because the kids are out of school so you're trying to make the most of the summer. But it's actually the perfect time to try out some new recipes, and have some fun in the kitchen. You can get outside and grill or just find some simple recipes that you can whip up anytime. Summer is a time to … [Read more...]
How I got my kids to wash their hands
This post was sponsored by Reese’s Pinworm Medicine, however all thoughts, opinions, and memories are my own. Sometimes we moms have to resort to drastic measures. There aren’t many things that terrify me enough to resort to Machiavellian ruthlessness with my children. But, the thought of a pinworm infestation in my house is most definitely one of them. One of my kids … [Read more...]
Our Top Ten Fun and Frugal Summer Activities
Remember that song? "Summer time and the living is easy...." Yeah? Lies. All of it. This summer just started and it most certainly is not easy. I blame it on the rain. Rain storms thunder through Florida every summer. But normally the storms blow in between 3-4 pm and are gone by 5:00 pm. Lately it's been raining almost every day. All day. Summer is always a little more … [Read more...]