With the Super Bowl in the ATL, Mr. Serious added some extra work from home days. It turned out pretty nice because he took kids to school and then he and I had lunch out Friday. We aren’t fancy or anything, just some Chick-fil-a. But, that meant B wasn’t impressed when we both went to … Read More about Peek a boo B | Mommy and Me Monday | 469th ed
Grinch Peanut Butter Snack Mix
Did you catch The Grinch in theaters this holiday season? Well, whether or not you did, it’s coming to a disc and digital near you soon! In celebration of this, we decided to make some Grinch Peanut Butter Snack Mix. This classic story is an upgraded version while still keeping pretty true to what you … Read More about Grinch Peanut Butter Snack Mix
Oven Roasted Chili Chickpeas
Since starting the FASTer Way to Fat Loss, my eating habits have really changed. Combining intermittent fasting with carb cycling has made me even more aware of what I’m eating. And it’s also made me realize that I really need to balance my macros (proteins, fats and carbs) on my full macro days. Thus, I’ve … Read More about Oven Roasted Chili Chickpeas
10+ Reasons to stay at Dollywood Resort: DreamMore
I recently took a trip to Pigeon Forge. It had been a while since I had been to the city and the area. This time I was able to go and explore without kids. On my trip, I was hosted at the Dollywood Resort called DreamMore in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The resort opened in July … Read More about 10+ Reasons to stay at Dollywood Resort: DreamMore
Homemade baby wipes + Homemade wipe solution
We’ve been using cloth diapers and wipes for over three years now. But, I confess, there have been some times when disposables have been necessary for us. No shame here. No shame! I do try to carry over some of natural baby products and ideas where I can, however. And so, I’m sharing my homemade … Read More about Homemade baby wipes + Homemade wipe solution
Matching with our sunnies | Mommy and Me Monday | 468th ed
Most days B and I get to preschool super early for carpool or walking in. I’m trying to enjoy my last year as a preschool carpool mom. Most of the time we have silly conversations. This day, she decided we needed to both be wearing our sunglasses. We also made them into matching beards by … Read More about Matching with our sunnies | Mommy and Me Monday | 468th ed
Kids Consignment Sale: Tips for Buying and Selling
As a parent, you know how quickly kids outgrow their clothing, shoes, toys, and even sometimes furniture. And you also know just how expensive it can be to constantly replace these items. Selling at a kids consignment sale can be a great way to get rid of outgrown or unused items that are in good … Read More about Kids Consignment Sale: Tips for Buying and Selling
All of my girls | Mommy and Me Monday | 467th ed
This weekend, I joined my best friend Meghan and about 98 other people with cameras at a photography workshop in Atlanta. I’ve had two DSLR cameras and I only slightly know what the heck I’m doing. What I mean is, I can turn it on, sort of press some buttons and fiddle with things, but … Read More about All of my girls | Mommy and Me Monday | 467th ed
Stock Up and Give Back to Help End Period Poverty
This is a sponsored post for Always. Have you ever thought about period poverty? It affects probably way more people than you ever thought possible. Even young girls and women. Nearly 1-in-5 girls have missed activities because they can’t afford period protection. It’s a stinky and very real reality for many girls. They can’t and … Read More about Stock Up and Give Back to Help End Period Poverty
Birthday celebrations | Mommy and Me Monday | 466th ed
With a birthday over the Christmas break, B’s school celebration either gets bumped up or moved back. This year, I asked the teacher if we could do it in January. With so much happening in December, I felt like her birthday wouldn’t feel as special. Thankfully, she was happy to do that, so the week … Read More about Birthday celebrations | Mommy and Me Monday | 466th ed
Blaire Wilson: American Girl’s 2019 Girl of the Year with Video
When I saw the ads that a new American Girl was coming out, and that she had red hair and loved to cook, I knew she was just perfect for one of my red heads. N loves to cook and loves to bake and she’s all about creating meaningful connections. Blaire Wilson is a welcomed … Read More about Blaire Wilson: American Girl’s 2019 Girl of the Year with Video
Helping end period poverty, one pad at a time [Video]
This is a sponsored post for Always. I can’t imagine not being able to do life because of my period. I mean, there have been times where the discomfort has made me not want to do things but to actually not be able to go to school or participate in activities that I wanted and … Read More about Helping end period poverty, one pad at a time [Video]
Squeezed | Detox and Juice Review + Coupon Code
I feel like I’m often pulled in a million directions. Four kids at four different places most days, a house, and a business to run! Let’s say I don’t get a lot of sleep. And, I often don’t get the vegetables and fruits that my body needs every day. And, sometimes (I’m doing better), I … Read More about Squeezed | Detox and Juice Review + Coupon Code
Weekend Fun | Mommy and Me Monday | 465th ed
How is this holiday break over already? We decided the first week was nice and slow, but the second week flew by! We spent time with grandma, spent time as a family, and spent time with friends. Before we knew it, it was Sunday. With a lot to accomplish, we got it all done and … Read More about Weekend Fun | Mommy and Me Monday | 465th ed
Cove Security Review
Cove has been protecting our house for several months now. I wanted to fully test it out (save actually having a break-in), and make sure I knew the ins and outs before sharing my Cove Security System Review with you. Why Cove? Cove reached out and asked me to test out their security system. They … Read More about Cove Security Review
Generations and birthdays | Mommy and Me Monday | 464th ed
In a rare feat of amazingness, my sister, mom, our girls and I were all in the same city at the same time, and it wasn’t Houston! This definitely deserves a photo or two. My sister and her family came in on Christmas Day and all of our combined 7 girls had a great time playing together. … Read More about Generations and birthdays | Mommy and Me Monday | 464th ed
Setting Technology House Rules with Verizon Family Tech Initiative
Thank you to our partners for sponsoring this post: Setting Technology House Rules with Verizon Family Tech Initiative. Technology is a huge part of our everyday lives. From work to play, school to sports, and even our evening entertainment at home, everything seems to have some sort of connection to technology and devices. Living in … Read More about Setting Technology House Rules with Verizon Family Tech Initiative
Merry Christmas | Mommy and Me Monday | 463rd ed
With Christmas being on a Tuesday, there wasn’t a lot of time off from school. The kiddos went until Thursday and Friday. Thursday was B’s last preschool Christmas celebration…and it might have gotten me a little emotional. She was nice enough to let me take a picture with her and let me help her decorate … Read More about Merry Christmas | Mommy and Me Monday | 463rd 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 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.