It is year 2026, and I can’t believe in four days I will have an ELEVEN year old! It just feels like not too long ago I was holding him in my baby carrier. How is this life?? Also, Luke is turning eight 🥹 in three days and is turning out to be quite the … Continue reading “Kid updates!”
Category: Family
The 2 funniest kid’s books we’ve ever read
In the 10 years of being a mom, I have read thousands of books with my kids. We have read so many because I hate rereading books. We pile bags full of books from the library, read everything once, and go back and repeat the process all over. These books below are the ones that … Continue reading “The 2 funniest kid’s books we’ve ever read”
3 actually fun things to do with your preteen kids (that you’ll enjoy too)
There’s that age when kids outgrow mostly all their toys besides the occasional leggo build, and it’s just screen time or doing fun things with friends that’s left. Are you in that season too? If you’re anything like me and you’d rather stare at paint drying than do most kid related activities with your kids, … Continue reading “3 actually fun things to do with your preteen kids (that you’ll enjoy too)”
Mother’s Day, what makes the best compliments, and a funny shirt
The best compliments are specific! This was my favorite Mother’s Day card I’ve received in the 10 years I’ve been a mom, because it was so specific. 🥹 “Thank you mom for being outgoing, thank you mom for having some humor, and thank you mom for keeping me safe.” If you’re a mom, how was … Continue reading “Mother’s Day, what makes the best compliments, and a funny shirt”
A lazy day fit check with a trick for choosing hats that look right, the lazy salad I make almost weekly, and a case for having more than one child that maybe you haven’t considered?
Choosing the right sized hat Happy Monday! Sunday I had my “regular” with my brother Allan. We had vegan Chinese food, and went to Goodwill, Costco, and the library. It felt like a lazy day for sneaks and comfy joggers. I’m kinda obsessed with my new red hat. ☺️ As someone who wears hats a … Continue reading “A lazy day fit check with a trick for choosing hats that look right, the lazy salad I make almost weekly, and a case for having more than one child that maybe you haven’t considered?”
New family friendly outdoor winter activity, my number 1 shelving trick that anyone can follow, and the easy peasy breakfast we are enjoying this week
Hi friends! Hubby is off for two weeks! What are you doing while kids are off school? Outdoor cold weather family friendly outing Today it was cold but sunny, so we took our family to their first ever revolving sushi restaurant. It was actually super exciting for them to open up the doors and grab … Continue reading “New family friendly outdoor winter activity, my number 1 shelving trick that anyone can follow, and the easy peasy breakfast we are enjoying this week”
If You’re Having a Bad Day
A little hack I discovered when you’re having a crummy day or just need a quick pick me up— Search your google photos for “hugs” Everyone you’ve ever captured on film hugging will show up, including you and your beloved. It’s just a reminder of what really matters. Every evening, I end my prayers with … Continue reading “If You’re Having a Bad Day”