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Easy Fall Entertaining

Easy Fall Entertaining

This post is sponsored by Tyson Foods, Inc but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.  The air was crisp today.  The leaves are getting that golden yellow tinge that speaks of bonfires and scarves and cozy fires.  And the schedule reflects the changing season with jam packed afternoons and weekends, full of house projects, sports, homework, school…

Upgrading the “nursery” | From baby to toddler room

Upgrading the “nursery” | From baby to toddler room

Every nursery room goes through that transition, from baby room to toddler bedroom and playroom.  It means getting rid of the changing table, dropping the crib or getting a toddler bed, rearranging books and bookshelves, and getting some new “big girl” toys. For Penny, that meant dropping the sides of her crib, getting rid of her changing table, and adding…

Potty Training Tips and Tricks

Potty Training Tips and Tricks

I used to think that potty training was the worst parenting job on the planet.  Now, I’m willing to concede that it’s up there with the worst, but given a few key potty training tips and tricks, it’s not THAT bad.  And it IS totally achievable with very few tears.  Both yours and your kid’s. Potty Training Failures They say…

Degustabox | August

Degustabox | August

Disclaimer:  These products were given to us to review, but our thoughts and opinions on the products are 100% our own. August is almost over!!  I can’t even believe it.  And our Degustabox this month was full of perfect snacks for end of summer picnics, park outings, and other adventures.   This is the third Degustabox we’ve received and I’m…

5 Reasons I’m Wearing a Watch Again | Unique Watches

5 Reasons I’m Wearing a Watch Again | Unique Watches

JORD Unique Watches I wore a watch when I was younger, but somehow with the advent of the cell phone I just fell away from keeping a timepiece on my wrist.  But I recently received a watch from JORD and this little black beauty has taken up residence on my arm.  My phone is still practically an appendage, but here…

Matcha Smoothie Recipe

Matcha Smoothie Recipe

I am all about smoothie recipes in the summer months.  Smoothies for breakfast, smoothies for afternoon snacks, smoothies for dessert, I’ll take it.  And a Matcha Smoothie?  Even better. Recently, I got a box of Matcha Green Tea powder in a Degustabox and I decided to try out a take on a Starbucks Green Tea Frappuccino.  That is one of…

Degustabox July

Degustabox July

The July Degustabox was all about BBQ!  And if you’ve read any kinda deep into our blog, you know that BBQ is our jam.  I think this box had each of our hearts in a different way. Me (Sarah):  My absolute favorite candy in the whole world is Goetze Caramel Creams.  I had NO IDEA they came in other flavors. …

Gettin’ Curly With It | Curling Wand

Gettin’ Curly With It | Curling Wand

Product was provided for this post, but the opinions are 100% completely all my own.  Promise. I have a LOT of hair.  So much so that it takes me upwards of 3-4 hours to get my hair colored, that people are always commenting on how much hair I have, and it takes like 12+ hours to air dry.  And that’s…

St. Louis | A Long Weekend Getaway with Kids

Long weekend in St. Louis in the spring We hit up the city right off the Mississippi, the gateway to the west, in April.  Midwest weather in the spring can either be glorious or miserable and we got a little bit of both.  But overall, we had an amazing time and found a few spots that are great for the…

Quick Method for Potty Training

I will fully admit that our initial attempt at potty training did not go well.  Our first kid was not interested in potty training in the slightest.  I tried to early, tried too hard, and it ended in tears.  I made a list of tips and tricks to hopefully help you avoid my headaches.  But when you’ve decided that your kiddo…