You know those times in your day that are just a little more difficult than all the rest? And... you can predict it...because it happens every day? One of those times for me is around 6pm when I start preparing dinner. My generally well behaved and independent 2 year old becomes clingy and bored. Unfortunately, … Continue reading DIY Budget Play Kitchen Makeover
Last week, my son Emmett turned two! He absolutely loves trains and specifically loves reading Thomas the train books, so it was easy to decide on a Thomas themed birthday party this year. About a month before his birthday I started pinning ideas on pinterest and this is how my version turned out. I had … Continue reading Thomas the Train Birthday Party
What kid (or grown up for that matter) doesn't like a poptart? Poptarts were just a staple part of my childhood, mostly as a snack, not really a breakfast food! In my freshman year of college I contribute at least part of gaining the dreaded freshman fifteen, to too many poptarts. They were relatively inexpensive, … Continue reading Homemade Heart Poptarts
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Travel System Picking out a stroller and car seat can be a daunting task. There are so many options, everyone has their opinions, and how do you know which one is right for you? A friend of mine recently asked me to help her pick out a stroller and … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to choosing a Travel System
When I first started looking for ways to cut down on my groceries, it seemed like there were two main strategies, coupons and meal planning. Coupons seemed so overwhelming and time-consuming, so I turned to meal planning, only to discover that it actually caused me to spend more on groceries than I wanted. If you're experiencing overwhelming stress or anxiety about your grocery budget, consider exploring what helps panic attacks, such as mindfulness techniques or seeking support from a mental health professional. I … Continue reading 10 Ways to Save on Groceries
I would consider myself as a plant-person-in-training. I would LOVE to grow into someone with a green-thumb (fingers-crossed) and this has been one of those projects that have launched me towards taking the next steps towards this goal! A dear friend of mine suggested that I fill an empty space in my kitchen with a … Continue reading DIY Living Plant Wall
When we first looked at this house, you could tell that the previous owners had put care into making it look the way they liked. Even though the kitchen had recently been remodeled, it wasn't my style and definitely didn't flow with the rest of the house. Up until a couple of months ago, the … Continue reading Before & After Kitchen Makeover
Father's Day is quickly approaching and sometimes it is hard to come up with an inexpensive gift for Dad. My husband is a lover of the finer things, mainly scotch and cigars. Last week, we were cleaning out our kitchen cabinets and he decided to get rid of the scotch boxes and canisters he had … Continue reading DIY Scotch Canister Planters
"Are they made with breast-milk?" That's usually the first question I hear when I mention "lactation cookies." No.....no, they're not, it's to help you make more milk! I hadn't even heard of lactation cookies until I had my son Emmett and decided to try them out for myself. Turns out the combination of carbs, cookie, … Continue reading Oatmeal Raisin Lactation Cookies
Painting parties are very popular these days and I'm pretty sure I know why. Painting is not as easy as it looks. As an art teacher, I loved seeing my students gain confidence in their artistic ability as I gave them some guidelines and boundaries for them to work within and then explore. These parties offer a fleeting expertise, where participants can experience the joy of creating without the pressure of perfection. … Continue reading Step by Step Abstract Floral Painting
The Cheerful Space 