I’m thrilled to be partnering with Minute Maid to bring you this post that highlights a few of the things I’ve learned about Halloween since becoming a mom. As always, all opinions are my own. When Big was a baby ten — yes, ten! — Halloweens ago, I should have learned, things almost never go […]
DIY Pumpkin Costume…For a Big Kid
First of all, I know what you’re thinking. Halloween is more than a month away! And to you I say, yes. I, too, will figure out what my kids are going to be in about 3-4 weeks. You see, I’m not ahead of the game by posting this now. The opposite really — it took […]
Admit it…You’re Curious Too, Right?
I realize it’s not practical, but there are days — a lot of them, actually — that I wish I could redo college. While I loved my time at UCLA, and am so very grateful that I had all the opportunities I had back then, I can’t help but think I would soak up all […]
Super Simple Rainbow Party Ideas
When Pink requested a rainbow tea party for her 3rd birthday, I thought, oooh I can totally rock that. (Yes, again.) I started pinning outrageously awesome rainbow layered cakes, Jell-o molds, printed invitations, and more. And then I remembered, I don’t do that stuff. (Yes, again.)
Gingerbread House Activity: A Real Mom’s Do’s and Don’ts
I’ll be honest. I don’t have a great track record with gingerbread houses. I fail. Consistently. Last year I swore I’d have Lenny do them next time. Again. But, I forgot. Again. And I forged into dangerous territory with my kids. I mentioned this on Facebook, and it got some interesting discussion going. Apparently I’m […]