For Evelyn’s 6th birthday, she requested to have a “Greatest Showman” themed party. It only made sense since she has constantly watched that movie at least a few times a week for the last year! She always gets up and sings and dances to all the songs and thankfully – for us (the grown-ups) it is […]
It’s a Boy! Garrett’s Birth Story.
Surprise! It’s a boy! And he’s one already!?! It’s been awhile! I’d like to officially introduce our Mr. Garrett Owen to the blog and tell you the story of how he joined our family. Saturday, May 30th 2020, was a normal day at home (not many other options those days as everything was still closed due to […]
On this Second “First Day” of Kindergarten
Today was E’s first day of in-person Kindergarten! She is going into her fifth week of school already. She will be going face to face two days a week, independent learning two days at home, and one day virtually with her teacher. The past few weeks we have struggled through virtual school. She’s done great, […]
Pregnant During the Pandemic
I felt like I needed to document something during this crazy time, as I am expecting my second child in just a few days and the world is in a state I never could have imagined. I mean Disney World has been closed for months and you can’t even eat inside a restaurant, for goodness […]
Know Your Risk! Free Breast Cancer Risk Assessment
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Evelyn’s 4th Birthday Celebration!
We celebrated Evelyn’s fourth birthday last month with a My Little Pony Party at the Flint Children’s Museum! How is she 4?! We had a good turn out, Evelyn had a great time with all her little friends, and best of all it wasn’t at our house! I am not the biggest fan of birthday […]
Winter Swim Lessons Made Fun & Easy at Goldfish Swim School
Thank you to Goldfish Swim School for their partnership. I received complimentary swim lessons to facilitate this post; all opinions are 100% my own. Swimming might not be on the top of your winter to do list – but it should be! Winter is a great time to get kids started in swim lessons or […]
Hello 2019!
This was just a practice month for the new year, right? Does anyone else feel that way? After the holiday rush, I always feel like I need some recovery time. To fall back into normal routines and meals and just kind of lay low and reflect. We had a great holiday and didn’t have any […]
Favorite Holiday Cut Out Cookie Recipe
There is nothing like doing a little baking to get you into the holiday spirit! Recipes and treats and special dishes always bring back the best holiday memories for me. Whether it be decorating cookies as a kid or eating my Nana’s famous macaroni, it’s almost like I can taste the memories. But somehow, every […]
Gift a Golden Experience: Swim Lessons at Goldfish Swim School + Giveaway!
Thank you to Goldfish Swim School for their partnership. I received complimentary swim lessons to facilitate this post; all opinions are 100% my own. The holiday season is here and I’m sure your Christmas shopping is in full swing {or at least full swing in your mental to-do list}! Maybe you have a special little […]