Do you need tips for re-organizing your kitchen drawers? I know we do! Our kitchen needs to be well-organized and tidy with 6 people living here. It’s the way it has to be. We recently re-organized our very limited kitchen drawers and wanted to share the process so you can see how easy it is! … Read More about Tips for re-organizing your kitchen drawers + discount
Over 10 podcasts for your 9-13 year old
Keeping our kids occupied and entertained can sometimes be a struggle. This is especially true when we want to remove them from a screen! Podcasts seem to be one answer, so I’ve pulled together a list of over 10 podcasts for your 9-13 year old with varying interests. In the last year, I’ve discovered listening … Read More about Over 10 podcasts for your 9-13 year old
My cupcake baker | Mommy and Me Monday | 572nd ed
We are super proud of this kiddo. She said she wanted to start a baking business and after reading some books, getting some suggestions and starting some spreadsheets, she went for it! Mr. Serious took her to the store to buy her ingredients. I helped her create a flyer to advertise to personal facebook friends … Read More about My cupcake baker | Mommy and Me Monday | 572nd ed
Haircuts and styles | Mommy and Me Monday | 571st ed
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
Krystyn has been blogging since 2005. She is a sarcasm-loving, straight-shooting, jeans and t-shirts wearing, wife and mom of four girls (ages 14, 12, 9 and 7). She blogs about life as a mom and wife and includes funny stories, family travel, fitness, recipes, STEM and more. She currently resides in the Atlanta, Georgia suburbs.