Hey it's 2019! Happy New Year everyone. Here is the deal: we have too many toys. Stuffed animals in particular! Possibly over 200 of them. Yup, you read that right. 200! I was desperate for a new way to store and organize these precious memories. But let's face it, de-cluttering toys and playrooms can be … Continue reading How do you organize your kids stuffed animals?
Today we are tackling the daunting task of school lunches! In just a few short weeks, I will have 2 kids in school full time! While that sounds fantastic and allows for more me time, it isn't as glamorous. Because both of my kids have different tastes and likes, we have already started to individually analyze … Continue reading Back to school lunch ideas
Get ready for one of my many BACK TO SCHOOL blog posts that are coming your way. But this one might be the easiest and the most fun! Do you ever find yourself wishing you had a personal chef? Someone who would strictly focus on preparing your kids meals so you wouldn't have to worry … Continue reading Yumble | Meals your kids will actually want to eat!
Where did the summer break go?! Wasn't it just yesterday that I was blogging about a list of things you could do this summer?! 🙄 But back to school it is and that has me thinking about books! From picture books to books that focus on sharing, kindness, courage, relationships and more. Here are my favorite children's … Continue reading 11 Powerful Books For Kids
Looking for something to do this weekend? How about visiting a zoo. Typically everyone thinks of the bigger ones like Brookfield, Lincoln Park or Milwaukee Zoos. But we are surrounded with so many other smaller farms and animal parks in the Chicago-land area. Let's take a look! I love Brookfield zoo and so do the … Continue reading Philips vs Cosley Zoo
Why You Should Book A Vacation Portrait Session according to http://www.pineappleportraits.com As a mom and a former photographer, I know how much emotion and love family portraits can bring. The pure enjoyment of time spent together and freezing a moment of time, can be so rewarding. Sometimes it is so easy to forget milestones and … Continue reading Why You Should Book A Vacation Portrait Session
If you are looking for something new, interactive and fun to do this summer, Blackberry Farm is the place to be. Located just outside of Chicago in Aurora, IL it is known for its reenactment of pioneer life through educational demonstrations and hands on activities. Open May through September and admission for non residents is … Continue reading Blackberry Farm – Aurora, IL
Ahoy, matey! Travel just outside of Chicago to Elk Grove Village and you will find a children's hidden treasure park "Pirates' Cove." A small amusement park geared towards kids nine and under that is perfect for a morning of exploring and imagination. Kids can travel through an 18th century pirate ship, work their way up … Continue reading Pirates Cove Children’s Theme Park – Illinois
Good morning. How is your summer break so far? We have been doing well balancing adventures and lazy days! Today was one of the lazy days and I needed a quick and delicious breakfast to fill up my little bellies for a morning full of TV and games 😉 Here is a recipe for a … Continue reading My Twist On Panera’s Chocolate Chip Muffin Tops
