It’s time for board shorts and bikinis (I prefer a one piece!), which also means that it’s time for sunblock. However, is a little sunblock applied once enough to protect your skin from the sun’s harmful rays? Is that itsy bitsy teeny weeny polka dot bikini really the smartest thing to wear just because it’s…
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We Asked Our Moms… Best Vacation Spots!
It’s… summer, summer, summertime… so we’ve got vacations on the mind. Whether you are currently planning a trip, looking for ideas, or daydreaming about an already planned trip; you are going to enjoy this list. We asked our moms to share the best vacation spot they’ve visited. Read on for some major vacay inspo. Holly’s…
Fun Summer Activities for Kids
With summer here, your kids will have long days to keep themselves amused. Here are some great ideas for kids outdoor play to keep them busy and happy. Outdoor Play Activities Pour colored sand in with regular sand in a sandbox for more variety. Encourage kids to be more creative than just building sand castles….
Mom Uniform {Summer Edition}
Mom uniforms? We’ve all got one. You know, that go to outfit you throw on numerous times a week. Save for a small change here or there, it basically always stays the same. It is your second skin. Your feel at home, comfortable, and truly yourself. Memorial Day Weekend marks the ceremonial start of summer…
Why I Let My Toddlers Help Cook and Why You Should, Too
I love getting in the kitchen and cooking with my kids! It’s something that I loved doing with my mom and grandmother and I knew when I had kids that I would do the same thing with them. Unfortunately, in today’s culture, many don’t cook; and cooking is a lost skill that has been replaced…
How To Cultivate The Love Of Reading At A Young Age
My husband and I love books. It was only natural that we would take every opportunity to cultivate the same attitude towards books in our children. There is a big difference between teaching your children how to read and teaching them to love reading. For example, someone could know how to read, but hate it…
Mother-Daughter, Mother-Son Date Ideas For Valentine’s Day
Kids grow up quick! When I think about how fast it all goes by, it honestly makes me one big ball of mush and I get quite emotional. Life is busy and full of toddler meltdowns, but one thing I strive to do is intentionally make one-on-one bonding time for them. One of the best…
5 Easy Ways To Dress Your Kids For Less
Let’s face it. Clothes are expensive and kids grow fast! It’s hard for me to fathom the thought of purchasing expensive clothes that will be too small a few months down the road. For me, that’s a waste of money. I’m a frugal mama and I like to save money where it counts and saving…