One of our most favorite places we have had the chance to experience is the Canadian Rockies, specifically Banff and Yoho National Parks. The views and landscape are stunning! The mountains…truly majestic, and the glacial lakes are simply breathtaking. We were fortunate to go in the summer of 2022 and 2023, at the end of July and beginning of August, which both were great times weather wise! Here are some recommendations we have from hikes to take, gear to have, {Read More}
Holiday Gift Guides for EVERYONE!
December 12, 2022 by
The holidays are a busy time of year, so I’ve carefully curated 4 different gift guides for everyone in the family! Whether you’re already ahead of the game and have most of your shopping complete or you are in the “last minute shopper” camp, these are some of our tried-and-true favorites that you won’t want to pass up! I hope these ideas will make your shopping a little easier this year! Helping you find the perfect present for everyone in {Read More}
Holiday Gift Ideas
December 4, 2021 by
The holidays are upon us, and if you’re like me…a very busy mom with a to-do list that is endless, I know how overwhelming it can be to find gifts for all the special people in your life. You want to be thoughtful. You want to include everyone. BUT, it can become expensive and takes a lot of time. From your child’s teacher (add bus driver, principal, aide, etc.), to a coworker/boss, to neighbors, to nannies/babysitters, to family/friends…it starts to {Read More}
10 Fun, Family Games for All Ages!
November 29, 2021 by
It’s Cyber Monday and the deals are a plenty! Christmas is around the corner and today I’m sharing 10 fun games that everyone in the family can play! Most of these are recommended for kids age 6 and older. Adults can/should play all of these, too. Everyone in our family gets in on the action and we LOVE each of the ones highlighted below! Some are for the more competitive in nature, while others will require you to strategize well. {Read More}
Favorite Seasonal/Holiday Books
November 27, 2021 by
Being a former elementary school teacher, and a mom to 3, reading books aloud to my kids is one of my MOST FAVORITE activities I get to do with them! Hearing them laugh and watching them smile as I read is simply the best. Books create wonder, cultivate discussions, and create memories that I always cherish. Books are a simple & wonderful way to connect with your children! As a new season is here, I’m sharing with you 20 of {Read More}
Gift Guide for Kids: Glow It Up!
November 14, 2021 by
Welcome to Part 3 of the “Gift Guide for Kids” series! Last year, I shared my Ultimate Arts & Crafts gift guide (find it HERE), yesterday was our favorite Outdoor/Nature themed gifts (which you can see HERE), and now I’m showcasing some of our favorite “Glow/Light up” themed items! Our family owns each of the gifts listed, so the opinions are our own. If you know a child that loves all things that light up or glow, you’ve come to {Read More}
