The one thing that makes a party fun (for me, at least) is the food. It is always nice to enjoy treats made by someone else, and if they are festive, that's a plus! Halloween snacks and appetizers are always exciting to both see and eat!
Monster Letters Halloween craft contains affiliate links I love Halloween because there are just so many options for fun things to do and of COURSE, it's in the best month on the entire calendar -- October! I have never been one for scary zombies, vampires, and witches, but I love the fun, cute things about …
Halloween is coming! My kids absolutely love dressing up and candy, so obviously they are excited for Halloween! The toddler is at a stage where just about anything scares him, so I am staying far, far away from any kind of Halloween displays or spooky houses this year. We were at Costco a few weeks …
This post is sponsored by Carter’s; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. It is so funny to me how fall seems to sneak up on us. Back to school was a few weeks ago and I took the older two boys to get any new clothes and shoes that they needed, and at …
Homemade Pumpkin Pudding I was going to wait until the first official day of Fall before I started with the pumpkin things, but even Starbucks has already brought out the Pumpkin Spice Latte, so I thought...why not? Pumpkin is such a healthy, delicious creation, with or without the spice, and this recipe is light on …
At our house, we ALL love nectarines. Peaches are delicious, but nectarines are like...a step above peaches. I found these delicious Honey Nectarines at Costco a few weeks ago and we ate about 7 in just a few hours. I got a little over my head and went back to Costco a few …
Easy Grandparent's Day Gift For The Gardening Lover this post contains affiliate links Grandparent's Day is September 11th this year, which means that it is coming up quickly! The boys' school doesn't celebrate Grandparent's Day until October, and really, we should be celebrating it all of the time because grandparents are awesome!!
As a mom, I feel like I repeat myself more than I should. I started using chore cards at the beginning of the summer so the boys could see what was expected of them and go back and reference them when they forgot, instead of asking me over and over. Now we are using this …
My family loves the honey butter chicken biscuit from Whataburger, and other chicken biscuits from the local fast food joint. Since we like breakfast for dinner, I decided to easily recreate this recipe at home, and add bacon, because of course I am going to add bacon. This is the ultimate comfort food! This recipe …
Basketball Bathroom Makeover + Hair Care for Boys! We have three boys and all of them LOVE basketball...probably because Daddy and I do, too! It is such a fun game to watch and play! I wanted to add a few basketball pieces to the boys' bathroom, but I did not want to go out …
Boosted Homemade Chocolate Pudding Recipe I have been compensated for this post; however, I am sharing my own thoughts. All opinions are my own. Homemade chocolate pudding is one of my favorite things. It is so smooth and creamy, and I have fond memories of eating it as a kid. Storebought chocolate pudding is …
Take The Kids To LEGOLAND Discovery Center For A Day Of Fun! I often find myself thinking about how lucky we are to live in the Dallas/ Ft. Worth metroplex. There is SO much to do here! One particular place that the boys always ask to visit is LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Grapevine, Texas. It …
Simple Ways to Update Your Home... That Won't Break The Bank! We have lived in our current home for just over five years now. It is always exciting to think about moving to a new house, getting to paint and design new rooms, etc, but then common sense hits and I realize it is a …
Why Hawaiian Falls is Perfect for the Whole Family We have been living in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area for five years now and have made a few trips to Hawaiian Falls. We love it there for many reasons! The boys are always excited about getting to go to Hawaiian Falls and we always have a …
Create a DIY Box To Keep Your Box Tops Safe All Summer! As you may or may not know, the 5 year-old had a super hard time at half day pre-k last year. It was horrible for quite a while. We had lots of crying and screaming and anxiety from our usually calm, laid-back child. …
How To Make An Easy Travel Potty Training Kit With Pure Ingredients We are smack dab in the middle of potty training Baby Brother. He is stubborn. He is laidback. He is two. He is also much more difficult to potty train than his older brothers! We have learned to always have spare clothes and …
Cool Down With Easy Chocolate Slushies! Last year, I scored an awesome, new-in-box snow cone/ shaved ice maker at a garage sale. It is so simple because you can freeze a block of ice and within a few hours, make a super smooth snow cone! I did cave and buy some snow cone syrup but …
See What's New at SEA LIFE Aquarium - Grapevine - CLAWS! The boys have always been fascinated with life swimming in the sea. We have taken them to SEA LIFE Aquarium in Grapevine, Texas, a few times now, and each time is so magical. We discover new things each and every time we go....and this …
Encourage Confidence and Fun While Learning with Osmo This summer has been speeding by! It is so crazy how our days just slip by, whether they are filled with lots of activity or just relaxing all day. We have had many busy days and a few lazy days. I am thankful that they enjoy drawing, …
Enlist the Help of Others to Avoid the Running Out of Essentials (featuring Chore Cards) Summertime. The long days, relaxing time with family and friends, no school, no worries, no problems....right? No. If you are a parent, you know that summer can be chaotic, tiring, and just hard. The first few weeks of our summer …
Coming to theaters July 1st is the Disney movie, "The BFG" (Big Friendly Giant.) Three of the world's greatest storytellers, Roald Dahl, Walt Disney, and Steven Spielberg, come together for the first time to bring the classic book to the big screen. Directed by Spielberg, Disney’s "The BFG" tells the imaginative story of a young girl …
Crispy Breaded Chicken Tenders will be the Hit of your Fourth of July Party! I have fond memories of the Fourth of July. Our extended family would always have a reunion, of sorts, at my grandmother's house. Sometimes we went swimming, sometimes we would hang out and find cool stuff behind her house, but we …
Jalapeño Dippers with Salsa Cream One thing I love about summer is grilling outdoors and having a summer BBQ! We try to grill often and I love to come up with new recipes to accompany the traditional grilled veggies. Hubby and I love a spicy kick to our food, so I created these amazingly delicious …
Effortless Summer Solutions To Savor Your Time By The Pool <iframe src="https://5663579.fls.doubleclick.net/activityi;src=5663579;type=invmedia;cat=yimrzlue;dc_lat=;dc_rdid=;tag_for_child_directed_treatment=;ord=1?" width="1" height="1" frameborder="0" style="display:none"></iframe> You know when the days get hot and the days get longer, it is time to head to the pool! For those of us who have kids who could swim all day long if we would let them, we need …
My guys definitely have a favorite Disney princess and her name is Sofia! Sofia the First on Disney Junior is entertaining because Sofia is smart and kind. We all love watching Sofia and friends in this adorable show. She is definitely more than just a pretty princess. We made these popsicles in celebration of Sofia! …
School is Out...On To Summer! While the fist few months of school were rough, to say the least, we survived pre-k with D and first grade with the Captain. They both excelled in school and became more confident with making friends and talking to adults. Their anxiety seemed to get better and they settled into …
It's Not Too Late, There are Many Things You Can Still Plant in a Summer Garden! The weather has finally warmed up with no chance of frost, and the sun shines gloriously every day. If you have had weather issues, or are a procrastinator, there are many plants that will still thrive even though the …
Our boys have always loved being outside and they also love to invent new ways to play with their things. Seriously, most of their toys are not even used in the way they were intended to be played with. One night a few years ago, we were all outside, gardening, grilling, or maybe just …
Relive Your Childhood With An Amazing Chocolate Chip Cookie Shake! This shop has been compensated. All opinions are mine alone. When I think back on my childhood, I remember good food. My mom is an amazing cook and thankfully, she taught me how to cook! One treat that she taught me how to …
The Perfect Spring Picnic Is Made Special With Collin Street Bakery Late Spring is the perfect time for a picnic. The weather is usually perfect for a picnic by the lake, at the park, or even in your own backyard. We like to have picnics in our backyard, just as a fun way to take family …
10 Easy to Grow Houseplants We all would like to have at least a few green plants in our homes - they freshen up the surroundings. However, some of us do not think we have a green thumb or are too busy to care for plants. I am here to tell you that there are plants on …
Our family is SO thrilled about the upcoming "Finding Nemo" sequel - "Finding Dory," coming to theaters June 17th. What a fun summer movie! In true Disney fashion, I expect lots of emotions, spectacular animation, and just good hearted fun and lots of love, too.
Chocolate Oatmeal Waffles Waffles have been a family favorite for many years. I remember my mom making a huge, fresh batch of waffles and keeping the leftovers in the fridge or freezer for us to toast and eat all week long. There's nothing like homemade waffles!
Chocolate Snickerdoodle Cookies has been sponsored. All opinions are mine. Cooking and baking for my family has always been a passion of mine. I love to create new recipes and see my family enjoying what I have made. When the two older boys were little, they loved cooking with me. Now, Baby Brother loves …
Busy Morning? French Toast Stick Bites Breakfast Hack For The Win! Mornings are usually calm and relaxed at our house, until we have to leave. Getting myself dressed and ready is a big enough task, but getting the kids changed, fed, and out the door is downright impossible. With D going to school at 11:30 every …
Why Replacing Your Old Fridge Can Save You Money A few days ago, I went to Best Buy to pick up Hubby's birthday gift that I had bought online. I noticed signs for their Earth Day sale, where you can get up to 30% off of major appliances. I was intrigued. It has been a …
I was SO incredibly happy to say "so long!" to winter and we are loving the warm temperatures! Just getting outside and feeling the sunshine is so refreshing. Anyone who knows our family knows that we LOVE Mexican food. I used to eat these fabulous flautas at a Mexican restaurant we would frequent...but, they are …
Fingerprint Bluebonnet Craft for Kids It is always an exciting day when we spot the first bluebonnets in Texas. We have a few around our house and at our church, but just gazing at the amazing bluebonnets over the ranches and plains is just breathtaking. I'm a sucker for babies in bluebonnets. Our usual bluebonnet …
Our family eats seafood often. The boys LOVE fish, so I try to make it a big part of our diet. This recipe for albacore tuna quesadillas is easy and a great addition to your meal plan! It is easy to grab the cheapest option available, but I know that is not what is best for …
