First Communion

by Stephanie // May 4, 2016 // No Comments

My son made his First Communion this past weekend and I wanted to share some things we did to help make the day extra special. First, my wonderful and way more crafty mother helped us make a Communion banner that... Continue reading →

Do you show kindness?

by Stephanie // October 6, 2015 // 7 Comments

Do you show kindness each day? I know sometimes it can be hard. So, I’d love to share some things that help me remember to show kindness and compassion towards others. Hopefully, they will help you, too. One way to... Continue reading →

Back-to-School checklist

by Stephanie // August 4, 2015 // 1 Comment

Can you believe it is back to school time? To be better prepared, I created a back-to-school checklist. Back-to-school Checklist: School supplies First day outfits washed and ready School shoes Lunch boxes and lunch menu ready Meet the teacher gift... Continue reading →

Little man’s fruit smoothie

by Stephanie // May 14, 2015 // 25 Comments

Sometimes you have to let your kids (and your kitchen) get a little messy so your children can cook and actually eat (or drink) some good food! Did you know that most children will eat or at least try something... Continue reading →

Tips to get rid of lice

by Stephanie // April 21, 2015 // 1 Comment

Are you frantically looking for tips to get rid of lice? Unfortunately, I was too. A few months ago, most of the people in this house had lice. For some reason, I am ashamed to admit that fact. Sure, my... Continue reading →

Carry on, Mama

by Stephanie // April 6, 2015 // 11 Comments

Hello. My name is Stephanie and I still carry around my 4½ year old daughter. Yes, my husband and son make fun of us. Yes, I know it is bad for my back, hips and body. Believe me, they feel the... Continue reading →

Barbie Dreamhouse

by Stephanie // March 24, 2015 // 3 Comments

Barbie™ Dreamhouse® Experience Did you know that there are not one, but two life-size Barbie™ Dream houses? One is in Minneapolis and the other is in South Florida. When I found out there was one not far from us, I knew... Continue reading →

Christmas in Florida

by Stephanie // December 23, 2014 // 9 Comments

Ahh, Christmas in Florida. That seems to be almost every Midwesterner’s dream. I know it was mine when I was a teen. Christmas time brings such joy, happiness and fond memories. Growing up in the great Midwest, I had my... Continue reading →

Christmas gift ideas for children

by Stephanie // December 11, 2014 // 10 Comments

I am always searching for good gift ideas for my children. Gifts that they will actually play with for more than a day or so. Gifts where they can learn something, too are even better! I can’t remember what my... Continue reading →

O Christmas tree

by Stephanie // December 10, 2014 // No Comments

O Christmas tree, o christmas tree…(please say you can hear the music playing, too!) Ever since we were born, my grandparents have given my brother and I a Christmas ornament every Christmas. I started this tradition with my children and as... Continue reading →

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