Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. S loves to get mail and I had been considering trying out one of the kids monthly subscription boxes, so we signed up for Citrus Lane. We used a promo code and only paid $14.50 for our first box. Citrus Lane sends the boxes based on your child’s […]
Creating Nature Wands
S loves to create and so when I saw Coombe Mill’s Fairy Wands using nature items, I knew S would enjoy making one. Not only are these nature wands fun to create but they also use items sitting around the house, therefore there is no extra expense. Gather Items First, we went out into the backyard […]
Guest Co-Hosting: Merry Monday Linky Party #17
Welcome to Merry Monday Link Party #17! I am super excited to be guest co-hosting Merry Monday Linky Party! I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! Merry Monday Link Party #17 Announcements: We have a new host on the Merry Monday Party! It’s Amanda from The Kolb Corner. She has a wonderful blog and […]
Weekend in Galveston, Texas
When we visited Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston Island (see my 5 tips on how to get the most out of your trip to Schlitterbahn), we decided to spend the weekend in Galveston. We ended up visiting Moody Garden Aquarium and spending a lot of time at the beach. The prefect summer trip! Hotel We stayed at the Holiday […]
Tips for 1st Day of School Photos
S started preschool last week. I really can not believe that my baby is already in preschool. Of course, a whole new tradition starts this year with 1st day of school photos. We are homeschooling, so we had a little bit more time in the morning to take photos. If you are feeling rushed, […]
Guest Co-hosting – Wake Up Wednesday Linky Party #30
I am excited to be guest co-hosting Wake Up Wednesday Linky for the month of August! Tweet #wakeupwednesdaylinky Welcome to the 30th week of Wake Up Wednesday “Linky” 32 Blogs – 1 Party & Giveaway We are so excited to have you all party […]
Well, Hello There Scrapbook Layout
I have a stack of photos from when S was a baby+ that have not been scrapbooked. These photos sit in a box until I get the urge to scrapbook a 12×12 page. Usually when watching one of the garden girls videos on Two Peas I would get inspired to scrapbook 12×12, but with them now […]
Dinosaur Swamp Small World Play
S is in love with dinosaurs right now, so of course, we had to make a Dinosaur Swamp Small World Play. Small worlds are a great way to promote imaginative play and to learn and explore different environments. We have been reading a lot of books about dinosaurs, her favorite being the Magic Tree House: […]
Snorkeling Adventure in Ketchikan, Alaska
Super excited to have a guest post from my mom, Karen, on her experience snorkeling in Ketchikan, Alaska! When we started planning our Disney Alaskan Cruise, my daughter (the most informed traveler I know) shared her research on excursions with us. “Snorkeling Adventure” was an option. In Alaska? What? My husband was sold. Me […]
How to Use Tomatoes from Your Garden + Summer Tomato Pasta Recipe
I love having a garden. S helps me plant the garden in the spring and we check on the plants frequently for new flowers or fruit/vegetables. She has a blast getting to pick the fruits and vegetables. And of course, tries all the produce that she picks. One of my favorite plants […]