It seems like everyone has The 'Vid right now, doesn't it? I mean, the numbers look that way, too. EEK! So what do you do when your friend's family is on lockdown? How do you help a friend with COVID? While this list will be written with virus quarantine in mind, please know that these ideas can be used any time you have a friend or family who needs a little help. Illness, injury, death in the family, bad news-- there are all kinds of times where someone you love can use a hand. Keep an eye ...
The Best Valentine’s Day Books for Your Little Reader
Valentine's Day is just around the corner! The best way to celebrate anything, in my opinion, is with books! Researchers at THE Ohio State University estimate that children who are regularly read to can learn ONE MILLION more words before entering Kindergarten. Imagine that! Such a small action like reading can have a huge impact! We have a whole bookshelf full in our playroom (that are oftentimes used to make big towers LOL) and then a smaller, forward-facing bookshelf where I keep seasonal ...
The Best Humidifier for Your Family
When the temperatures drop and the heat comes on, I start to notice dry skin, static-y hair, and stuffed noses. To combat the winter dryness, I rely on a humidifier. But did you know that using the wrong humidifier can actually make you sicker? I have found the best humidifier and I can't wait to share it (and a coupon code) with you! Thank you to Carepod America for sponsoring this post. Links included in this post may generate affiliate commission. All opinions are my own. Why Your ...
My #1 Hack for Getting Out of a Mom Funk
Has this week been hard for anyone else? Coming off of an extended holiday break, going back to solo-momming all day.. man, it has been rough! I'm corralling two kids and a dog alone all day, we're back to only seeing Dad before and after work, it's been freezing rain outside which limits our outdoor play, and the lack of sunshine casts a dull gray light over everything. This week has just felt dreary and BLAH! No wonder I feel in a funk! You see that? You see what I just did? I took one ...
What I’m Looking Forward to in 2022
Happy New Year! I don't know about you, but I'm feeling '22! Grace's first birthday is in February! I'm planning a Grace in Onederland themed tea party-- even though the way things are going, her grandparents will be our only guests. My in-laws are actually planning on coming out, but I'm hoping we can Zoom some more extended family into her party like we did at Christmas. I'm trying to find a Card My Yard that services our area (and will come out in February!) and adding new ideas all the ...
21 Best Purchases of 2021
I actually didn't purchase too many items this year! I'm really surprised. I combed through my email inbox looking for purchase confirmations and found that I only bought things we really needed. I let my Prime membership lapse just after the first of the year and I think that really helped to curtail my unnecessary spending! That being said, these are what I consider to be my best purchases of the year! This post includes affiliate links, and I may receive compensation from their usage. As ...