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Use these trick-or-treat safety tips to ensure a fun and safe trick-or-treating experience this Halloween.

A well-stocked pantry is key to being able to make quick, healthy meals on the fly. Check out this list of kitchen staples that you should always have on hand and never run out of. With these items in your pantry, you’ll be able to whip up anything from a simple pasta dish to a full course meal.

Planning your next beach day with the family in Palm Beach County? Check out these kid-friendly beaches in Palm Beach County. Whether you’re vacationing in Palm Beach County or a resident of Florida’s Gold Coast, you’ll want to check out this list of kid-friendly beaches in West Palm Beach. This post may contain affiliate links. …

Looking for kid-friendly things to do in Miami with the family? Read all about our time sailing on Biscayne Bay with our kids and learn why you should experience it too. This post may contain affiliate links. Read the full disclosure here. Sailing as a Fun Learning Experience for the Whole Family This summer we set …

I can hardly believe the first Spring of the new decade is already approaching. It’s time to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful sunshine. For most, springtime is the time for cleaning, purging old toys, and renewal. Ahead of summer, I am sharing some of my favorite outdoor toys to have on hand to motivate …

Looking for the best puzzles for toddler development? The puzzles on this list are perfect for your developing toddlers and preschool-aged children. This post contains affiliate links. See the full disclosure here. While puzzles don’t typically come with shiny lights, an array of sounds, or the promise to get your child into a prestigious university they …

Check out my list of the best crafts and art supplies for homeschooled and preschool kids. Use this list as a helpful guide for collecting the best supplies.

Visiting the Windy City soon? Learn where to eat in Chicago with this list of the best food places to visit in the city’s downtown area. We celebrated our 8th Anniversary by spending three days in Chicago. Before our trip to the city, we spent much time reading reviews and taking recommendations from friends on …

Whether you’re dressing up for Halloween or attending a character-themed party, a DIY Trolls costume is the perfect way to show off your creativity. So grab your crafting supplies and get ready to create this fun homemade princess Poppy costume. I am sharing how I was able to make this easy DIY Princess Poppy Troll …

With only one week until Christmas day, I am sharing a round-up of learning toys and games for elementary-aged kids. Whether you are a last-minute shopper looking for helpful gift guides or a mom who is looking for the best learning toys for your children, I think you will enjoy this list. Because I don’t prefer …

Party planning and DIY party decorations are some of my favorite parts of being a mom. Currently, I am planning a space party for my soon-to-be 7-year-old. This includes a DIY paper mache planet and cardboard robot. I can hardly wait to share that with you guys. In the meantime, I am sharing three fun …

While this is by no means an exhaustive list of good places to eat in Atlanta, I do hope you can find this useful. The Big Peach is full of great restaurants and I could go on and on about food in Atlanta, but I’ll spare you. Instead, here are just 3 of our favorite …

Looking for kid-friendly things to do in Atlanta? Here is a list of 6 kid-friendly things to do in and around the city. Visit the Georgia Aquarium Of course, I can’t make a list of kid-friendly things to do in Atlanta without mentioning the Georgia Aquarium. My kids loved their time at The Georgia Aquarium. If …

Make easy DIY Mario Brothers costumes using these instructions for cute matching costumes. Little to no sewing skills are needed.

With Easter just around the corner, I am sharing how to make cute DIY Easter decorations. Easter is one of my favorite Holidays. Each Easter, we gather with other believers after worship for a meal and egg hunt. The kids enjoy playing with friends, hunting eggs, and eating candy. Last year, I made Easter bunnies out …

Are you looking for some fun Easter basket ideas for your kids? Well, you’ve come to the right place! In this post, I am sharing a few of my favorite ideas. So, whether your child is into arts and crafts or loves playing outdoors, you’ll find something for them. Use this list of fun Easter …

This post is sponsored by Disney and may contain affiliate links. See the full disclosure here. I am excited to share all about the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Party Playdate we hosted last week. I was thrilled to learn we’d been selected by Walt Disney World to host a playdate party as a part of their …

Planning a relaxing weekend in Miami? Check out this recap of my Birthday weekend in Miami to learn some of the best places to stay, relax, and in the city. This post may contain affiliate links. Full disclosure here. Bienvenidos a Miami! Today I am sharing a short recap of our weekend in Miami. We visited …

Every fall we take a short road trip as a family. Our goal for our fall trip is always to see and experience all that the season has to offer. Everything including bright and bold foliage, the cool autumn breeze, and the mountains and rolling hills of the Southeast. We live in South Florida where …

South Florida Strawberry Picking South Florida strawberry picking has become a family tradition for us. For the past several years, I have taken the kids to a local strawberry patch where they are able to pick their own strawberries. We usually make our way to the strawberry patch in December or January, as that is …

Happy Monday! With Christmas only 22 days away, I am sharing a list of some quality stocking stuffer ideas. Interestingly, I do not have stockings for my own family. Living in Florida, we do not have a fireplace or a mantle to hang stockings. This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase something through these links, …

The holiday season has officially arrived, bringing along with it plenty of exciting gatherings and events full of quality time spent amongst loved ones. Stuck on what to get your favorite hostess this year? We have you covered. We have rounded up some of the best hostess gift ideas this season to help you show …

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here.  With November in full swing and Thanksgiving quickly approaching, I am sharing a few useful tips if you are hosting Thanksgiving for the first time. The very first Holiday dinner I hosted was the Christmas dinner of 2009. It was in our small apartment. I’d only been …

Can you believe Halloween is just around the corner? Today I am sharing some of my favorite DIY Halloween costumes from years past. Each of these costumes is super fun and easy to make. No sewing skills are needed! Each year, I enthusiastically volunteer to make costumes for my family. With the help of Pinterest, …

Today I am sharing about the time spent the day hiking with our young children at Tallulah Gorge State Park. In preparation for our trip, I searched Pinterest and google for tips on hiking Tallulah Gorge with kids and noticed there was not much content on the matter, and so, I was inspired to share our …

This past weekend we dropped our kids to their grandparents and headed to Miami Beach for a date night. We spent time at The Museum of Ice Cream before going for dinner.  The Museum of Ice Cream is totally different from any museum I’ve visited in the past. At the Museum of Ice Cream (MOIC) you …

We recently celebrated our 8th wedding anniversary with a 3-day vacation in Chicago. We enjoyed every moment of our time in the beautiful windy city. Here are a few highlights of our trip including the great food spots, outings, and relaxation. We wanted to focus our short time in the city on trying some of the …

7 Things to Do in New York City During the Holidays There are a ton of things to do in New York City during the Holidays. Last year, we celebrated our wedding anniversary with a short trip to the city. Our anniversary is in December, and our decision to celebrate in NYC was based on …

5 Places to Eat in New York City Today I am sharing a list featuring 5 places to eat in New York City. NYC is home to some of America’s best dining experiences. The food scene directly reflects the diversity of the people that make up the big city. Looking for the best food in …

Can Disney with a Baby and Toddler be Enjoyable? A trip to Disney with very young children, specifically a baby and toddler can be a blast. A day at a big theme park with very young children just requires a little extra preparation and patience. Last year, we packed up our 10-month-old, 2-year-old, and 4-year-old, …