10 ways having a toddler is like owning a dog

Owning a dog is a great way to help prepare you for raising kids, or vice versa.  Whichever comes first, one will help you get ready for the other. Here are just some of the similarities between having a toddler & owning a dog: 1.  Giving praise….   You gotta love those proud mama moments . It’s hard to contain your excitement when your little one does something noteworthy and exciting.  But for some reason, when it comes to toddlerhood, your child’s {Read More}

5 pieces of advice every parent should follow

Part of the territory that comes with being a parent is receiving loads and loads of advice.   People are often willing to share their opinion on a matter, even when you didn’t ask for it.  We’ve just got to get used to hearing advice from those around us, as it’s an inevitable part of joining the parenthood club. As a first time parent, you instantly become overwhelmed with a laundry list of things you should or shouldn’t be doing. {Read More}

Watch it Wednesday: Take on Life

This short video, narrated by a young child, shares a simple and powerful message. Here are a few noteworthy parts from the video worth highlighting…. “Greatness ain’t about being cool.  A great man or woman will never fit in, because they stand out.  But I get it, you want it easy.  But if greatness was easy, you would see a lot of successful  people and a lot of great people.”   This is true, and yet, it can be hard to {Read More}

DIY Housewarming Gift Jars

Last week, I was fortunate enough to have Heather from  Krafts and Kiddos guest post on my blog. If you missed her  amazingly fun (and easy) recipe for edible bath paint and shaving cream, be sure to check it out HERE!  Today, I am super excited to return the  favor and share one of my ideas with her readers! Consider it this week’s Thrifty Thursday, just a day late!    What’s on tap for today?    DIY Housewarming Gift Jars These {Read More}

12 Free Halloween Printables

My favorite time of year is back and I couldn’t be more excited.  In my eyes, Fall is the best season….nothing beats it.  What better than the colorful scenery, spiced cider, college and Pro football, crock pot deliciousness, apple orchards and pumpkin farms, all of the festive decorations, wearing your favorite vest and pair of boots, and of course, HALLOWEEN and Thanksgiving!  That’s what I’m talking about.  Welcome back to TOP OF THE LIST TUESDAY series.  Today, I am super {Read More}

Thrifty Thursday: Guest Post – Edible Bath Paint & Shaving Cream

It is a special day on the blog, folks!!  Heather from Krafts and Kiddos is sharing a guest post with us  on an awesome DIY recipe .  You all, she is one talented mama, with so  many wonderful ideas on her blog.  Be sure to hop on over and pay her a visit.   You won’t regret it, I promise! Today, she is revealing an incredibly easy (and fun!) recipe for edible bath paint and shaving cream. I assure you that this activity will be a hit {Read More}