Our church had a cupcake wars style competition this weekend. They took it a step further and had us assemble our own teams, bring the cupcakes already cooked and all of our cupcake decorations. We also had to select a Biblical theme for which to decorate our cupcakes. We weren’t planning on going, but our … Read More about Noah’s Ark Cupcake Cake | Mommy and Me Monday | 499th ed
Aladdin Popcorn gluten-free and dairy-free with video
Popcorn is the perfect snack to enjoy while watching a movie. We like to up the game though and enjoy our popcorn to go along with our movie, so we created some Aladdin Popcorn that is both gluten-free and dairy-free. You can think of it like a jazzed up kettle corn. You’ll need to gather … Read More about Aladdin Popcorn gluten-free and dairy-free with video
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
Some of my FASTer Way to Fat Loss Favorite Things
I’ve been living the FASTer Way to Fat Loss Lifestyle for over 8 months now. I’m still loving it and finding it super sustainable for everyday life! It really is working for me. (Check out some of my results and more information about the FASTer Way to Fat Loss here.) After living this lifestyle for … Read More about Some of my FASTer Way to Fat Loss Favorite Things
Nut-free school lunch add-ons
A few years ago, I went to my first preschool orientation. Before that, the kids were in daycare and lunches were provided. Now, I had the task of packing lunches. I quickly learned on of the first rules was that the preschool was and is completely nut-free. We are blessed that it wasn’t something we … Read More about Nut-free school lunch add-ons
Matching curls and grilling | Mommy and Me Monday | 498th
I think Atlanta is having an identity crisis this weekend. We woke up to a chill in the air and a high of 77! It sure was pleasant outside which made it great for grilling (and also a not so hot garage workout). While Mr. Serious went to get the oldest and her friend from … Read More about Matching curls and grilling | Mommy and Me Monday | 498th
Delicious gluten-free dairy-free banana raspberry muffins
It’s been one year since I started eating gluten-free and dairy-free (okay, I’ve cheated like once or twice), but I haven’t had any bread or muffins. After a while, I didn’t really even want bread or cookies. But, I got a craving for some recently and thought I could revamp an old recipe I cut … Read More about Delicious gluten-free dairy-free banana raspberry muffins
Secret Life of Pets 2 for home viewing
Are you ready for Secret Life of Pets 2? I know these girls are ready to watch at home! The Secret Life of Pets 2 debuted on Digital on August 13, 2019 and comes to 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™, DVD and On Demand on August 27, 2019. Soon, my pets, very soon! The Secret Life of Pets 2 explores the emotional lives of our pets, the deep bond between … Read More about Secret Life of Pets 2 for home viewing
Home again, home again | Mommy and Me Monday | 497th ed
I added another quick weekend trip to my belt this weekend with my BFFs Meghan and Lindsey while Mr. Serious held down the fort! It made things extra fun that we had to get our AC replaced and his car broke down Friday. Thankfully, we weren’t taking our extra car and the AC work was … Read More about Home again, home again | Mommy and Me Monday | 497th ed
How to save money on prescriptions, especially without insurance
This post “How to save money on prescriptions, especially without insurance” has been sponsored by Inside Rx. All thoughts and opinions are my own. The Inside Rx trademarks and graphics are provided by Inside Rx, LLC. I’m self-employed. This means I don’t have any benefits provided by my employer, because, I’m my employer! As a … Read More about How to save money on prescriptions, especially without insurance
9 ways to tell your kids they are going to Disney World
I think we’ve official become a Disney family. With over 5 trips under our belts to a Disney park, and my own Annual Pass, I think the title holds. With those trips have come many different variations in ways we tell the girls. It’s just more fun to make it part of the whole experience … Read More about 9 ways to tell your kids they are going to Disney World
7 Things you need to know about DICK’S Sporting Goods for back to school and more
While we are already back to school, I know that many of you are not. I also know that we kind of have a couple “back to school” seasons because it’s still summer here and hot! I was recently invited to Dick’s Sporting Goods and given a gift card to check out the store’s back … Read More about 7 Things you need to know about DICK’S Sporting Goods for back to school and more
Bedtime Story Time | Mommy and Me Monday | 496th ed
Mr. Serious was out of town a few days this week so we had slight adjustments to our daily routine. Usually that means I have dinner ready and we eat earlier than most days. It also means the kids are ready for bed sooner and we have more time for books and bedtime. The youngest … Read More about Bedtime Story Time | Mommy and Me Monday | 496th ed
The fastest way to lose weight and keep it off with FASTer Way to Fat Loss® | My journey with VIDEO
Recently, my friend, Kelley VanHorn reached out to talk to me about the FASTer Way to Fat Loss®. I had only just recently heard buzz around it, 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. She wants to … Read More about The fastest way to lose weight and keep it off with FASTer Way to Fat Loss® | My journey with VIDEO
Boo DisneyBound from Monsters Inc
When my friends said we were going to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween party, I didn’t really know what to expect. Then, they told me that we were going to wear costumes, or at the very least DisneyBound. As ideas started flowing, we came up with all of us being different Pixar kids. Lindsey was … Read More about Boo DisneyBound from Monsters Inc
The last bus ride along | Mommy and Me Monday | 495th ed
Two years ago, I was able to do my first practice bus ride with E. Previous to that, I had a tiny baby at home so Mr. Serious went along. This time, however, B and I almost missed the bus! Thankfully, we didn’t. And thankfully, I didn’t fall down the stairs and I was running … Read More about The last bus ride along | Mommy and Me Monday | 495th ed
Avengers: Endgame | 20 Recipes inspired by your favorite Marvel heroes
I can’t believe Marvel Studios’ “Avengers: Endgame,” the climactic conclusion to an unprecedented, 11-year cinematic journey in which the Avengers take one final stand against Thanos, is finally ready to watch at home! I only saw it once in the theater and I need to see it again! Avengers fans around the world can now … Read More about Avengers: Endgame | 20 Recipes inspired by your favorite Marvel heroes
Back to School: Free First Day of School Printables
I made these first day of school printables last year for my girls and went ahead and did all of elementary school. They are small here, but click on them to be taken to the full image that you can save and print at your leisure (Scroll to the bottom to grab a PDF of all … Read More about Back to School: Free First Day of School Printables
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 12, 10, 7 and 5). 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.