2024

Yearly Archives: 2024

24 Books of Christmas: An Advent Calendar

Holiday traditions are one of my MOST favorite aspects of the season, but as a "millennial" mom I'll be the first to admit we...

Tips for the Most Correct Christmas Card Ever

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I know I'm not the only one who cringes when they see things on billboards, on restaurant menus, on television, and sometimes - gasp! - on Christmas cards. So here is my handy guide to making your Christmas card grammatically, punctuationally, and spelling-ly correct. {Although, hopefully, you can spell your names!}

Working Mom Guilt in the Modern Kindergarten World  

I was there for kindergarten roundup, parent meetings, bought all the supplies on the "needed" and "nice to have" lists, attended the open house,...

Book Recommendations for Fall + Spooky Season

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It's time! Time to grab your cozy pants, a warm blanket, cup of hot apple cider, a new book, and read for days. We've...

Embrace the Viral Ghost Painting Trend

As summer fades, the annual shift into spooky season takes hold. You can’t escape it. Most of us are willing victims ready to welcome...

Rebecca’s Famous Apple Cake: An Amazing Fall Treat!

Many years ago when my oldest two boys were wee little preschoolers we went to MOPs at Trinity United Methodist Church in Lapeer. A...

13 Fall Crafts to Make with your Toddler or Preschooler

Once upon a time, I wanted to be a kindergarten teacher. I liked the idea of helping young children learn and grown especially using...

The White Pumpkin Project: A Fall Tradition Honoring Infant Loss

The White Pumpkin Project is a fall tradition honoring infant loss. White: a color so pure and so bright. White represents innocence. Brides typically...

Homemade Applesauce with Freshly-Picked Apples

Homemade applesauce is one of my kids' favorite recipes to help with, in the kitchen. My mother-in-law shared this easy recipe with me when...