This summer my husband and I found ourselves on the west coast with a day to spend in San Francisco. We’d spent a couple of days there on our honeymoon, but this time, almost 12 years later, we arrived with our four children, ages 9 to 16 months and were meeting up with a dear […]
How I Did NOT Potty Train My Kids in 3 Days: Potty Training Tips for the Real World
“I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Pull-Ups. I received samples for this review and a promotional item to thank me for participating.” If you search for potty training tips on Pinterest you will find a plethora of information on how to potty train your little one. You can […]
Easy Spiderweb Cupcakes: Frosting Tutorial For Cakes, Cookies & Cupcakes (You’ll Be Shocked How Easy)
Be the talk of the “Cake Walk” this Fall with this step-by-step tutorial for this cute (but unbelievably easy) frosting technique for spiderweb cupcakes. Plus learn how you can get all of your baking supplies on sale from my sponsors at Albertsons. Truth Time: I am terrible at frosting cakes and cookies. I always have […]
Pokemon Party Made Easy
Whether it be for kids or adults, throwing parties can be a lot of work. Sometimes I don’t mind the work, but these days I am all about simplifying and making my life easier in the areas I can. I will usually pick one area of party throwing, to go all out on, and get […]
Touring Scotland with the Association of Scottish Visitor Attractions (ASVA)
3 Days in Scotland just wasn’t enough – sigh! 3 Days in just Edinburgh was barely enough. My dream would be to take a month hiatus and spend it touring Scotland and seeing the Lochs, Castles and countryside (and seeing Men in Kilts) Sigh, sigh, sigh. One of the best ways to enjoy the beauty […]
Dorm Friendly Snacks and Easy Caramel Popcorn
As we approach the middle of a college semester, I recall this time of year being one filled with a longing for home – especially my Freshman year. That first month of college is exciting and filled with learning, growth and fun. If you’re lucky, the fun doesn’t stop, but as classes get more difficult, […]
Be the COOLEST House on the Street With This Easy and Affordable Idea For Trick-Or-Treaters + Printable
It’s time to start thinking about stocking up on candy and treats for trick or treaters. I’ll admit, I usually wait until the very last minute to buy Halloween candy, because it is just too tempting to have a bunch of chocolate lying around the house all month. However, then I always feel kind of […]
Halloween Party Series: Healthy Halloween Treats for Kid Parties, Lunches, School Parties or After-School Snacks
Check out these ideas for making healthy and fun Halloween Party Treats for kids (ideal for classroom parties, kid parties, lunches or after school snacks). Plus read how you can get many of the items on sale through my sponsors at Albertsons and their Stock Up Sale going on now! As a preschool teacher, I […]
11 Funny Phrases That Only Cat Owners Will Understand
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Fresh Step Lightweight Extreme Litter. All opinions are 100% mine. I’ll just say it… I’m a cat person! I have two little feline family members who truly are part of the family! I think what I love the most about them is just what […]
Simple Fall to Winter Family Room Makeover
Fall is my favorite time of year! We are nearing mid-October and I am beginning to become skeptical that the weather will never reflect fall this year. I’m afraid Northern California might skip from summer to winter. Yesterday we had a 100° day. With that being said, I am digging in my heels and I […]