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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…

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. …

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…