I don’t care what people say about the terrible twos. I think Christmas with a toddler is pure magic. Below are some fun and practical gift picks for 2-year-olds that are sure to be used all year long. Shoes Every morning, our two-year-old wakes up and says two things, “EAT cereal!” and then “OUTSIDE!” Two-year-olds […]
Christmas Gift Guide 2018
At our house, Christmas morning looks like this: Bible stories and Christmas songs twinkling lights and a decorated tree homemade cinnamon rolls and eggs with sausage time with cousins and leisurely conversations by the fireplace mandarin oranges at the bottom of stockings Since we live in the desert, daytime temperatures in December range from 55 […]
Back-To-School Guide 2018
Our three girls will be heading back to school next week (grades: 1st, 4th, and 6th). We’re sad to give up the leisurely pace of summer, but we’re also ready for a bit of routine and the promise of cooler fall weather. I’d like to share several of our “favorite” brands and products for back-to-school […]
Favorite Toddler Clothing & Shoe Brands
With four children in our house (ages 23 months to almost 12), we’ve been through lots of clothing and shoes over the past 12 years. Our three oldest children are girls so we learned quickly that it was worthwhile to spend a bit more for quality clothing pieces since they are routinely handed down. Our […]
Your Guide to MaxPass at Disneyland (Is it worth it?)
If you’ve been to Disneyland in the past decade, you’re probably familiar with the FastPass system. Disneyland now offers a new paid add-on that “maximizes” your FastPass experience. MaxPass (available for an additional $10 per person per day) allows you to load Fastpasses directly to your phone without running around the park to do so. […]
DIY 1st Day of Summer Baskets
Has the countdown-to-summer started in your house yet? Our family LOVES summer and we always look forward to the long, leisurely days of swimming, reading, road-tripping, and spending time with friends. This year, I put together 1st Day of Summer (or – Last Day of School) Baskets for each of the girls to help kick […]
Father’s Day Gift Guide 2018
Father’s Day is June 17, 2018. Less than a month away! Here are my top ideas for practical gifts that he’ll use all year long. Many of the gift ideas are especially good picks for men who work hard for a living (or for fun!) – carpenters, farmers, mechanics, construction workers, house-flippers, investors, and more! That being said, you’ll also […]
Birthday Gift Guide for 6-Year-Old Girls
Six-year-olds are silly, sweet, and laugh-out-loud funny. They are creative and courageous, insightful and imaginative. If you have a 6-year-old girl in your life, I have some birthday gift ideas that will please most any personality. ACTIVE/PLAY SHOES I’ve been saying it for years. A good pair of shoes is a smart gift for any age! […]
