It's fall. It's the time when rich reds and oranges take center stage. My Pinterest feed has been full of DIY Fall Decor. My Facebook newsfeed is full of Moms pulling all nighters caring for sick children. Viruses are passed willy nilly throughout our communities. My stomach flu hacks and coughing tips are being pinned and repinned daily. All I can think about are all those … [Read more...]
Decoupage Ideas for Kids: Halloween Frankenstein Treat Bucket
My kids and I love it when we put the fun in functional! This easy Decoupage Halloween Treat Bucket is a craft little trick or treaters will be proud of. Actually, most of our decoupage crafts are useful items like the pen canisters, treat cups, and planters. My kids definitely enjoy our decoupage kids crafts the most. How to decoupage a Halloween Treat … [Read more...]
Simple Homemade Shower Soothers – Vicks Copycat
Ah, Fall. The kids are back in the school. The weather is turning cooler. And everyone is coughing, sniffling, and sneezing. I used to buy Vicks Shower Soothers but I believe they are discontinued. And unless you have no television, internet, or get the newspaper, you've no doubt heard how bad this flu season is. I love these budget friendly tips for avoiding the flu this … [Read more...]
Halloween Family Fun
One of the best things about Fall is all the Halloween Family Fun to be had! I love making costumes and dressing up with my family. We also do tons of Halloween crafting. We've made Jack o'Lantern Glow in the Dark Window Clings, Bat Window Clings, Halloweenies, and Spooky Skeleton Treats. When it comes to arts and crafts for home decor Fall is the perfect season. I'm … [Read more...]
What I want my kids to remember about their mom
Is your to-do list a mile long? There are days when the weight of that list settles into my bones and renders me immobile--and cranky. Being a busy mom gets so busy. [clickToTweet tweet="When 'busy' overshadows 'mom' it's time to step back and re-evaluate priorities. " quote="When the 'busy' overshadows the 'mom' it's time to step back and re-evaluate priorities. … [Read more...]