This is a really fun sponsored post. Last weekend, I got an email saying that I’d been selected to preview Blank (Disney’s new Vinylmation movie) and then invite you, my wonderful readers and friends, to watch it too for free! Our girls don’t watch a lot of TV or movies. In fact, this is only the third […]
Author: Rachael
Homemade Puffy Paint Recipe (with Flower Sun Catchers)
This homemade puffy paint recipe is a classic. If you haven’t tried it yet, go for it! It’s a great texture! Affiliate links included for your convenience. As is almost everything I post on the blog, this puffy paint recipe is very forgiving. Start with one part shaving cream. Add in one part school glue […]
Butterfly Pancakes–Cute, Fun, and Healthy!
In Indiana, we sometimes get snow in April. This means some of you will be sweating in shorts and t-shirts while we’re still bundled up in coats and gloves. But I can’t wait any longer. My brain is begging me to start thinking warm spring thoughts even if my town won’t thaw for a few […]
The Overnight Diaper Debate: 10 Ways to Avoid Nighttime Leaks Without Expensive Overnight Diapers
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Well Beginnings. Yes, this is a diaper post sponsored by a diaper company. But don’t write me off yet! We used these diapers (Well Beginnings) at nighttime loooooooong before they sponsored this post. So it’s a natural fit for me to include them in […]
The Most Exotic Place You Can Visit without a U.S. Passport
Before we were attacked, I drafted the following post from the comfort of our hotel room. It’s ironic to glorify this destination after our traumatic experience. However, I know people will still continue to travel (we’ll keep traveling too!), so please read this travel safety precautions post before you go! Where’s the most exotic place you […]
When Bad Things Happen–What to Do if You’re Attacked.
On Friday, January 3, 2014, my family (my parents, husband, two young daughters–ages 1 and 3) and I were playing on Isla Verde beach in Puerto Rico when a man came out of the shadows, held a knife to my mom’s throat, and fought to keep her restrained while his accomplice took our belongings. I’ve […]
How to Throw a Murder Mystery Party (And Why You’ll Be Glad You Did)
A few weeks ago, Nate turned thirty. Some of you now think we’re old and uncool. Others may be annoyed by the fact that we’re still so young. Or perhaps you think it doesn’t matter because all couples with young kids are in the same phase of life; therefore, we’re all the same age. Regardless, […]
Gifts for New Parents — 20 Ways to Make New Moms and Dads Feel Loved
Gifts for New Parents This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of the Home Run Inn pizza. Five years ago was a summer of weddings. Weekend after weekend, we were at a church, park, or theater celebrating the happy day of another beautiful couple. But last summer, we didn’t go to a […]
Skip the Sand Castles! Try Making an Ice Palace.
Whether you live by a beach and need a break from sand castles or if you’re shivering in sub-zero weather, an ice palace is a fun way for kiddos to create, build, and explore. Last week I jumped right back into blogging after the Puerto Rico drama thanks to my blogging friends and the fun […]
Baby, It’s Cold Outside! Simple and Playful Ice Experiments
Hi there! Thanks for visiting. I’d love for you to stick around! Why not subscribe to email updates to be sure you don’t miss a post? In winter, snow gets all the glory. As it should be, right? After all, you need snow to sled, ski, make snow ice cream, and build awesome snow horses! […]