The last of the girls got a home haircut by mom. I was most nervous to cut her super-thick and straight hair. But after Mr. Serious’ eleventy-billionth haircut at home (I think I’ve even gotten okay-ish at the fade), I told E to come outside with wet hair and went to town. (After never being … Read More about Haircuts and styles | Mommy and Me Monday | 571st ed
Voting | Mommy and Me Monday | 570th ed
The pressure was on in Georgia with our Senate runoff. There were mailers (arriving with upwards of 6-8 a day), phone calls, text messages, TV commercials, internet ads and more. Our vote could determine the makeup of the Senate and all eyes were on our state. Seeing the lines for early voting (some people waiting … Read More about Voting | Mommy and Me Monday | 570th ed
Happy 7th Birthday, B | Mommy and Me Monday | 569th ed
Happy 7th birthday, B! None of us can believe you’ve been here for 7 years! It seems like just yesterday we were telling people you were growing inside me. You were pretty happy with your cake with that missing two front teeth smile…in your rainbows and unicorns dress and unicorn sequin-flipping sweater. And here we … Read More about Happy 7th Birthday, B | Mommy and Me Monday | 569th ed
The fastest way to lose weight and keep it off with FASTer Way to Fat Loss® | My journey with VIDEO
I had only just recently heard buzz around FASTer Way to Fat Loss®, but I had no idea what it was. She explained to me how much she was loving it and had decided to be a coach. Amanda Tress and team want to help people be healthier, and feel better about themselves with the … Read More about The fastest way to lose weight and keep it off with FASTer Way to Fat Loss® | My journey with VIDEO
Christmas Time | Mommy and Me Monday | 568th ed
How did we already get to Christmas 2020? It’s the slow-quick or maybe the quick-slow year that keeps on keeping on. We asked the girls to wait until 7am…and right on time, they knocked on our door. Stockings and presents were opened. Toys were played with and parents rested and finished books over the weekend. … Read More about Christmas Time | Mommy and Me Monday | 568th ed
Our Favorite Family Games for Nintendo Switch
Our trip to Nintendo got E and I really excited about the Nintendo Switch. So much so that when we returned, we figured out a way to get one. E got one for her birthday in February and ever since, we’ve found ways to play with some or most of the family on the weekends. Our … Read More about Our Favorite Family Games for Nintendo Switch
Christmas Tree and Santa Hat Juice Box Crafting | Mommy and Me Monday | 567th ed
The girls’ schools ended up doing virtual days the last two days of school. And they were pretty truncated, so we it was time to come up with some activities and crafts to keep us all busy. Give a kid a juice box, some construction paper, hole punches, tape, glue and scissors and they are … Read More about Christmas Tree and Santa Hat Juice Box Crafting | Mommy and Me Monday | 567th ed
11 Easy stocking stuffer ideas that will help your friends and family start their new year off right
One of the biggest areas I struggle with at Christmas is the stocking stuffers for the adults in my life. Yes, I try to send a little something for our parents and siblings. It’s not usually anything crazy or big, but just a little treat or something they might want or more importantly need that … Read More about 11 Easy stocking stuffer ideas that will help your friends and family start their new year off right
Kid Picks Gift Guide
Ok guys. For once, I’m going to listen to what my kids want! Just kidding…. but in reality, we all know, that kids know EXACTLY what they want. That being said, let’s use it to our advantage, shall we? My kid picks gift guide will help you find that perfect gift for the kids on … Read More about Kid Picks Gift Guide
The Croods: A New Age | For both adults and kids
The Croods have survived their fair share of dangers and disasters, from fanged prehistoric beasts to surviving the end of the world, but now they will face their biggest challenge of all: another family. Our thoughts on The Croods: A New Age (without spoilers) Our family, from the comfort of our home, was able to … Read More about The Croods: A New Age | For both adults and kids
Teacher Treats | Mommy and Me Monday | 566th ed
With one week of school left before our winter break, this weekend was the time to write out teacher cards and make them a little treat. (I had read and seen teachers were okay with treats this year…and it’s just a little something small, so we went for it.) Rolos, pretzels and pecans are our … Read More about Teacher Treats | Mommy and Me Monday | 566th ed
Over 40 of the best games for large families (for 6 or more players)
We’ve been having a lot more game nights recently…and game days! Not being able to go many places means we are finding new ways to play together at home. We’ve always had a collection of board/family games, but we struggled to find games that would work for all of our age ranges and allow for … Read More about Over 40 of the best games for large families (for 6 or more players)
Mommy and Me Monday | 565th ed
The girls wanted to get some Christmas present shopping done this weekend. Mr. Serious wanted to take them. But, lots of kids means it needs to happen in more than one trip. The oldest two were able to peruse aisles on their own, but E and B need some supervision. So, Mr. Serious took the … Read More about Mommy and Me Monday | 565th ed
Over 25 of the best fanny packs for the Walt Disney Company (Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars) Lover
Will you rock a fanny pack with me? I’ve fully embraced the wearable purse around my waist! It keeps me hands free and I can’t set it down. The fanny pack is where it’s at! I’ve found over 25 of the best fanny packs for the Walt Disney Company (Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars) … Read More about Over 25 of the best fanny packs for the Walt Disney Company (Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars) Lover
Playing with CROSSNET | Mommy and Me Monday | 564th ed
We had a lot of family time this week. Just the 6 of us hanging out, doing the turkey thing and keeping busy. That meant there was a lot of playing, creating, crafting and cooking. One of those things was playing CROSSNET with the family. It’s a combination of four square and volleyball and can … Read More about Playing with CROSSNET | Mommy and Me Monday | 564th ed
Thanksgiving Matching Game | Free Printable
For the first time in a few years, Thanksgiving is back to just our family flying solo. The plan is to be pretty chill and have a low stress but traditional Thanksgiving meal. There’s sure to be games, and TV and movies. But, I wanted to create a Thanksgiving matching game for some quick fun. … Read More about Thanksgiving Matching Game | Free Printable
Snuggle me like this | Mommy and Me Monday 563rd ed
Last night, while watching the Charlie Brown Thanksgiving Special, B brought her book, Is Your Mama a Llama? over to me. She pointed to the picture of the mama llama with baby llama and said “I wish you could snuggle me like this!” I try to jump on those opportunities, because I know these big … Read More about Snuggle me like this | Mommy and Me Monday 563rd ed
20+ Hoodies Your Teens Want
In our neck of the woods, Christmas and birthday lists are filled with hoodies. Our girls (particularly the teen and preteen) want all of the hoodies. It has me scratching my head and wondering what the next style thing is, but then again, I wear a hoodie most days because I don’t like being cold. … Read More about 20+ Hoodies Your Teens Want
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