Life

On Doing Something for Myself

I recently decided to do something for myself. Our “spare time” during the day usually consists of taking the kids to things they like to do such as the library, the children’s museum or the park. And when we go shopping, I bolt straight for the kiddie section. I just can’t help myself. But recently, I […]

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Life

My Fantasy Bachelor-esque Surprise Getaway

I’m not one to shout to the world, “Look what my hubby did!” But seriously….. look what my hubby did!!!! For Valentines Day I had purchased all of the ingredients to make a romantic dinner at home for The Hubby and I since we would have the kids. I had everything ready to go, but […]

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DIY

I Love You Because… Gift for Loved One and/or Kids

A super simple (and last minute, if needed!) Valentine (or just because!) gift idea found on Pinterest is this “I love you because…” frame. You probably have all of the materials already in your house and who wouldn’t love receiving little love notes “just because” daily/weekly/monthly or however often you’d like to dole them out?? […]

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Recipes

Red Velvet Cream Cheese Brownies

 Ohhhhhhh yum. These brownies are moist, chocolaty, a little creamy due to that cream cheese  layer and perfect for a delicious Valentines Day treat. I came across the recipe on Pinterest and just HAD to try it out.  The only thing I think I need to play with is the baking temperature and bake time. The […]

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DIY

Melted Crayon Heart Valentine for Kids- DIY

Valentines Day is coming up quickly and I wanted to make something for my little cherubs to celebrate  the special day that wasn’t overflowing with sugar. Don’t get me wrong, there will be plenty of sugar consumed that day on all of our parts, but when I came across these little crayon hearts on Pinterest, […]

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Life

Welcome To My New Site!

Hi!!! Welcome to my new site!! Thank you so much to all of you who have traveled on over from Lady’s Makes and Bakes, and a big welcome to those of you who are new to my blog! I am so excited that it is up and running, and while I am still working out […]

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Life

Our Super Bowl Parrrrrrrrrrtay!- Fail.

With two kids who need naps during the day it makes it hard to really “live it up” for the Super Bowl like we used to, so we stayed in for the big game. The babes and I may not be the most ideal Super Bowl watching buddies, but we sure did try. .. Well, […]

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Life | Uncategorized

New Blog! Last Post! Aww!

I have officially been blogging for just over a year now. I began this blog with the intention of just getting my thoughts out of my head and onto a space that I could revisit in the future. While this blog has definitely done that, it became more than I expected. It has become a […]

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Life

Baby Cal Turned 10… Months!

Can you believe it?? I’m not really believing it… This over-the-top cutie is now ten months old. What’s new this month? Teeth! Last week Cal sprouted his bottom two teeth. Weight: Appx. 22 pounds. Height: Uhhhh…. Eye color: Blue Hair color: Strawberry blonde Favorite thing in the world? Stealing his sister’s toys. He wants everything […]

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Life

25 Reasons I Am Weird

I am weird because… I pour extra salt on restaurant chips I enjoy getting the mail, especially when there’s a package, even if I know what it is. I often lounge with one bare foot and one foot with a sock on it. I like extremely hot showers. The kind that leave my body with […]

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