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5 Year Olds Here + 5 Year Olds There

This month South Sudan turns 5 years old. This birthday is monumental for a few reasons, one, because South Sudan is the youngest country in the world, and two, because for most of those 5 years, South Sudan has been involved in an awful war. Children who share the same birth year as South Sudan were born […]

Hello, Tide purclean (and Mom Rompers)

This post was sponsored by NEW! Tide purclean as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central.  I go to Target every week. Sometimes with a specific shopping list. Sometimes just to browse and wander. And, let’s be real … sometimes just to sip a coffee and let my kids watch a movie on my […]

It’s Official, We’re Homeschooling For Kindergarten!

A new era is beginning! We’re homeschooling next year! An official homeschool family, that’s us! And I’m scared spitless. Here’s how it all goes down — Years ago, before we had children, Dominic and I tossed around the idea of homeschooling someday.  It’s easy to talk about someday plans. So easy. We are practically professionals at someday […]

10 Free Summer Adventures + a Giveaway!

One of the best things about being a stay at home mom is that I get to adventure with my kids all year long. That doesn’t mean we always do. Because ya’ll know how crazy it is to get out of the house with littles. But we can. And that’s awesome. And I’m so thankful […]

Essentials For Creating Independence While Potty Training

I probably shouldn’t hold my breath while boasting about my kid’s newfound potty independence, because, well, #momkarma, buuuuut, I thought it might be worthwhile to share 3 things I added to our bathrooms at home to create independence for my crew of potty learners.  Plusalso >>> coupon. Because you all know how I love saving money! […]

Jemma — 5 3/4 Years Old

Oh heavens, my girl is growing up so very fast. It seems like just yesterday we were on our magical trip to Disneyland, ready to celebrate her 5th birthday. And now, she’s on the brink of 6. SIX! She is my biggest helper, the “little mama” in our family. She dotes on Reid and cares for […]

Be Great Out There

This post was sponsored by Nature Valley as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. The longer I’m a mom the more often I think, “I have no idea what I’m doing. Who entrusted me with these little people? How am I supposed to know how to care for them? What to teach them? […]

Yes, There Is Joy In House Cleaning!

Today’s post was sponsored by LG Electronics. Totally not pulling your leg … there can be joy in house cleaning if you look hard enough and approach it with the right heart! Now, I’m not one to be all Pollyanna about chores. Chores aren’t my first pick upon waking and by the end of the day this […]

Wrapsody Breeze Woven Wrap Giveaway

Oh yes, it’s time for another babywearing giveaway! A huge thank you to Bianca from The Pierogie Mama for coordinating. Read on to learn more about the Wrapsody Breeze Woven Wrap … Babywearing takes on many shapes and forms, and using woven wraps is one of the most versatile ways to wear your baby.  Woven […]

Dinosaur Homeschool Unit

This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media GroupĀ® , Universal Studios Home Entertainment and Pop Secret, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #Pop4LandB4time http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV  School bells are ringing everywhere, summer is upon us! Technically, Jemma wrapped up her PreK year at the very end of May, […]

This + That

See that ^^^? I took that photo all by myself with my new lens! Things that don’t move, like plants, are my friend. Things that do move, like my children, well, they’re more difficult to capture. A few months ago I ordered a 50mm, this one if you’re curious. It’s my first non-stock lens and honestly, I’m […]