Holidays

This Father's Day, as I reflect on what it means to be a dad and think about the kind of father I want to be, here are a few of my thoughts on "being a dad." Did I always want...

It’s the season of celebration, family get-togethers, gift exchanges, and taking some well-deserved time off. At this time of year, increased spending and a greater need for budgeting may once again rear its ugly head. Luckily, there are so many...

When I realized my first child was due in December, I felt the pressure of making the entire season perfect. Of course, she doesn't remember a thing from her first Christmas, but I remember every time I thought I...

When my little ones were young, each week and month was a milestone worthy of pictures and celebration.  Some folks celebrate their half-birthdays. This year, I'll be celebrating a half-life. Not the kind of half-life Voldemort earned for himself...

Get in the spirit of Thanksgiving and keep the kids entertained and busy with these Thanksgiving activities. Celebrate Turkey Day with your little turkeys at home. But first enjoy these free printables. Download them here. Fork Painted Turkey Craft Thanksgiving Photo Scavenger...

Say, "I love you!" with these DIY heart-shaped crayons for Valentine's Day! Does your crayon box need a little TLC? More than half of our crayons have snapped and the others are sporting partly torn wrappers. Does this sound familiar?...

Motherhood is not an easy undertaking. Long days can turn into long nights. The to-do list never seems to get done. Many times there are no thank-you's for the things we do. Mommy wars, internet trolls, and even our...

We had a fun time at our Easter Egg Hunt on March 18th at Menaul School! Even though the weather drove us indoors, our spirits could not be dampened. There were so many happy kiddos making memories with friends...

I'm so excited to share the cutest "Light of Friendship Ornament" DIY with y'all! I don't know about you, but this time of the year brings a lot of crazy and sometimes overwhelming things to accomplish. And who can...

I came to the United States 12 years ago after living in Mexico my whole life. Also, 12 years ago was the first time I celebrated Cinco de Mayo. I was so confused when I discovered how celebrated this holiday...

There's not much that will bring all the fall feels like walking through an open field of orange and picking out the most perfect pumpkin to take home and carve -- or decorate your porch with. Check out the...

Traditions and Thanksgiving go together like turkey and taters! Speaking of turkey, one of my new traditions is ordering a smoked turkey from Rudy's BBQ instead of attempting to bake a bird in my oven. You are welcome to...

Who loves Halloween? *raises hand and jumps up and down* I do! I do! Our family always makes the most of Halloween. We decorate the house for the holiday by late September. In past years, we have hosted or attended...

I love New Year's resolution planning. Like, loooove it. Even as a kid I would sit down with my parents and make my list of goals and hopes for the new year. Back then, my New Year's resolutions mostly included...