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DIY Behavior Chart

There is something about winter break and the holidays that just makes my kids crazy. Couple that with a bout of 9 day sickness and we are out of our routine, going crazy and the arguments and misbehaving has gone through the roof. Some my goals for 2022 are to be more consistent with encouraging… Continue reading DIY Behavior Chart

Mothering · Product Reviews

Melon’s House Party – A Must Listen!

Podcasts are all the rage right now. From murder mysteries to raising kids; the topics are endless. But did you know there are amazing, educational podcasts for kids?! If you have children ages 5-12 then you’ll have to check out Melon’s House Party. I know what you’re thinking. How am I going to get my… Continue reading Melon’s House Party – A Must Listen!

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Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Chip Muffins

The best thing about fall is pumpkin everything, am I right? Recently my friend brought pumpkin spice muffins along for our girls trip to the lake and I fell in love with them. And when she told me how easy they were to make I fell in love with them even more! When I made… Continue reading Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Chip Muffins

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Fall Family Bucket List

Fall is such a magical season. There are so many things to do and places to go that it’s important to stay organized and manage your time so you can fit it all in. So I’ve put together a Fall Family Bucket List to help keep you on track and ensure you make the most… Continue reading Fall Family Bucket List

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Decocrated Summer 2021 Box

When the Decocrated Summer 2021 Box arrived on my porch it was as if a ray of sunshine was shining over my house. The bright yellow box was filled with all sorts of home decor goodies, perfect for the summer season. New to Decocrated? Let me fill you in. Decocrated Curated Home offers seasonal home… Continue reading Decocrated Summer 2021 Box

Holidays & Crafts · Mothering

What Moms Really Want for Mother’s Day

Oh, Mother’s Day. A day to celebrate moms, moms-to-be, mother figures, etc. A special day all about us. So why does it always seem like I never get to relax that one day a year?! I’m always rushing from house to house to celebrate, organizing gifts and cards and flowers for the moms in our… Continue reading What Moms Really Want for Mother’s Day

Health & Lifestyle · mom hack · Mothering

Toy Storage & Organization

How did we get here?! When did my kids accumulate so many toys? I’ve been a mom for less than five years but I swear if you stacked all of my kid’s toys on top of one another it would reach the moon. And I’m not even exaggerating.And why do things have to have so… Continue reading Toy Storage & Organization

Health & Lifestyle · Mothering

Lessons & Blessings Learned During My First Year Working From Home

I have been working from home full time for a year now. That is something I never thought I would say. Prior to this journey there were times I thought I would love to be a stay at home mom, but living solely on a teacher’s salary did not allow for that. I’d also thought… Continue reading Lessons & Blessings Learned During My First Year Working From Home

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Snow Paint

Snow days are fun, right?! Even as adults we understand how magical that first snow day is. Until we are cooped up with our kids for hours on end. Sure, we can build snowmen and make snow angels until the cows come home; but how would you like to switch it up a bit? There… Continue reading Snow Paint

diy · Holidays & Crafts · Mothering

Toddler Boy Valentine Basket

Boys get pink and heart-filled Valentine baskets at our house, too! Hank’s was slightly different than my daughters’ basket. Check out what’s inside below (two-year-old boy). The Basket I purchased these pink baskets at Target. I made a cardboard yarn heart and letters and added a couple of yarn pompom a to personalize them. I… Continue reading Toddler Boy Valentine Basket