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Spring Outdoor Play

This outdoor spring play post is sponsored by Baby Dove, who keeps our little man clean and his skin healthy while we enjoy all the outdoor fun! There’s something magical about spring: the air turns warmer, the flowers start to bloom, and we like to spend as much time outside as we can! I know… Read More

Hey Moms Get in the Pictures with Your Kids! Why a Professional Lifestyle Shot is Worth Every Penny

Some of your child’s most treasured items will be their pictures with you! All the reasons they don’t care what you look like, and are begging moms get in the pictures with your kids! A weird thing happened this week, we started previewing preschools and I type this while my son is in preview day… Read More

It’s My Birthday! And I’d Love One Favor From You!

Hey friends, today’s a big day for me, it’s my birthday! We’re off on a quick little extended weekend trip to celebrate, and I can’t wait to tell you more about it when we get back. But I was wondering if I could ask for one birthday present from you. I’m all about making this… Read More

Switzerland Travel Guide: Day 1 Itinerary Visiting the Swiss Alps

We had the most amazing international trip this year, and I’ve been slow to blog it since the holiday season and Jacob living abroad inbetween this threw us off our normal groove, but I figured there’s no time like the present to help inspire your next trip for the new year, and to share all… Read More

The Early Husband Christmas Gift

I was asked by Carusele to participate in the #HallmarkAtWalgreens campaign, sponsored by Hallmark at Walgreens. Although I have been compensated, all opinions are my own. I absolutely love the Christmas season, and I love making it feel like more of a season than just one day. I’ve been known to gift my husband a… Read More

The Best Things About Having a Two-Year-Old

This post is sponsored by Be Good Products, but my love of having a two-year-old is all my own! When my toddler learned to talk and walk early and began having an opinion early, I thought “Oh no, the terrible-twos are going to be truly terrible!” he seemed to be frustrated often at 18-months old,… Read More

Flamenco Por La Vida Live Flamenco Show Date Night

Date Info: Flamenco Por La Vida: Live Flamenco Show Price: Free! But I’d plan to buy food and/or drinks while there Location: The Cresent Ballroom, Saturdays at 6:00 Website: The Cresent Ballroom There are few things I love more than eating burritos, my husband, new experiences, and dates. And when a date night includes D. All of the… Read More

Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings: One Meal Now One Meal Later Freezer Meals Series

I love good food, but I hate spending all my day in the kitchen. I started trying freezer meals when I had my first child and found some are amazing time savers and are so delicious, but some, well, taste like the freezer. In the One Meal Now, one Meal Later series I share my… Read More

A Weekend in Philadelphia: A Family Friendly Philadelphia Travel Guide (Day 2)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania DAY 2 Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Time: I’d plan at least an hour to explore the art district area, see The Rocky Steps, and about four hours or more at the Art Museum. That gives you time for a nice meal before you have to catch a flight. Website: The Philadelphia Art Museum Tip: If you see… Read More

One Easy Trick to Make Healthy Habits Stick

Once my baby started weaning I knew it was time to start thinking about stepping up the health and fitness routine, and for the first time in two years I could actually think of how to get my body healthy for me, and not just for gestation or nursing a baby. I’ve been an athlete… Read More

Year of Dates Gift: A Folder of 12 Dates to Enjoy All Year

This certainly isn’t my first time posting about my favorite gift to both give and receive (2011 / 2012 / 2014 / Blogged “12 Months of Dates” Dates), and it likely won’t be my last, but I couldn’t help but share what I gave Jacob this year for Christmas and why I did it. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner… Read More

Highlights of 2016

This is one of my favorite posts to do every year. It’s so fun to remember our favorite dates, our favorite family experiences, and the moments each year that change our lives. I love to break it down month by month and share our personal favorites from each. January I’ve been thinking a lot… Read More