This week we're talking about a practical gift (especially if you're in the Midwest like us). A blanket! This time of year the stores have so many adorable and soft blankets marked cheap, cheap, cheap. This is not only the time to stock up for yourself, but also for giving as gifts all ...
Archives for November 2016
Deal Alert: Instant Pot, $49 Shipped on Amazon
Listen up! If you have been waiting for a good deal on the Instant Pot, THIS IS IT! Sorry to yell, but people, this one is just $49 Shipped. I bought mine in July (the 6qt) and use it all the time (and I paid a whole lot more). Get yours here. If you snag one, be sure to try my fool proof, How ...
A Simple Thanksgiving
We have a tradition in our little family, and that is not stressing over Thanksgiving ON Thanksgiving Day. This is a day for us to slow down, rest, be thankful for our blessings, and share some ordinary time together. I'll stress plenty when family comes over the weekend, but today is just not the ...
Simple Gift Idea #2. A Light up Ball
Simple Gift Idea #2 is something we almost always try to put in birthday presents, and it is always the hit of the party. Funny thing is, it's so inexpensive and simple, but kids love it! A light up ball! This 5 pack means everyone can have their own. You can also sometimes ...
Simple Gift Idea #1
Gifts don't have to equal clutter! How about gifting a favorite family in your life a zoo membership? I mean what kiddo doesn't love a trip to see all the animals? We did this for our nieces last year and it was so nice to take the pressure off of trying to find something they'd love, ...
Quick and Easy Fix: The Bathroom/Makeup Situation {Before & After}
This messy counter is the first thing I see each morning, and the last thing I see before I go to bed. I Kon Mari’d the crap out of my make up last year and purged A TON. Like you have no idea how many little containers I gave and tossed (unless you follow me on Instagram, then you know ...
Post Election Day Thoughts
It's post Election Day and Facebook is looking a little rough today. Well, really all of my social media channels are disappointing and discouraging me right now. There's so much negativity, either in the fear, or in the gloating. Friends, say these words out loud: Let the words ...
To the Tired Out Toddler Mom
I was visiting my brother’s house at bedtime last night. It was the last night my nephew went to bed as a 2 year old. He put on a bit of a show jumping on his bed and fussing before picking out a bedtime story and settling in. In his defense, he had his birthday party the day ...