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Easy DIY Peel and Stick Tile Flooring for Under $100

February 9, 2023 By Lindsay H 1 Comment

how to diy peel and stick tile

In case you don’t know me, I am not a good candidate for sitting still. In the spring and summer months, this bodes well for me as there is plenty to do outdoors but when winter hits- I have a tendency to get cabin fever. One day, while bored inside, I decided I hated my […]

Filed Under: DIY

Tips for Visiting Dutch Winter Wonderland in December

December 21, 2022 By Lindsay H Leave a Comment

Thank you to Dutch Wonderland for hosting us so I could share these insider tips to visiting Dutch Wonderland with you! I LOVE the month of December! Holiday cheer, excited kids, and so many fun holiday events to keep us entertained and out of the house. Every year, I try to take my kids to […]

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Caring for a Leopard Gecko – All you Need to Know!

December 7, 2021 By Lindsay H 7 Comments

caring for a leopard gecko

The time has come, friends.  My 9-year-old is asking for a pet that can be his and his alone.  Not just any pet though, a gecko.  I should have seen this coming as he has been so responsible with his beta fish, feeds and cleans up after the dogs, and always does his chores.  My […]

Filed Under: Pets, Uncategorized Tagged With: gecko, pets

Girl Scout Cookie Hot Chocolate Bombs

February 2, 2021 By Lindsay H 2 Comments

girl scout hot chocolate bombs

You may have heard how tricky finding Girl Scout cookies is this year–there are no booths! But no worries, you can grab from a local Girl Scout or place your order online. If you’re at loose ends for a Girl Scout to order from, my little gal would be thrilled to help you out–order HERE […]

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3 Step Kahlua Hot Chocolate Bombs

January 14, 2021 By Lindsay H 4 Comments

Kahlua Hot Chocolate Bomb

It’s time I let you in on a secret, I am obsessed with hot chocolate bombs!  Move over kids, this treat is not just for the young generation.  With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, I created an adult-friendly 3 step Kahlua Hot Chocolate Bomb to share with your loved ones this year.  Have kids […]

Filed Under: Cooking, Recipes, Valentine's Day Tagged With: Dessert

10 Must-Know Tips to Make Virtual Schooling Easier

August 24, 2020 By Lindsay H 6 Comments

These must-know tips to make virtual schooling easier can help alleviate the stress and worry of the year ahead. With a bit of patience and a whole lot of grace, we can tackle the school year together!

These must-know tips to make virtual schooling easier can help alleviate the stress and worry of the year ahead. With a bit of patience and a whole lot of grace, we can tackle the school year together!

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: school

Easy Homemade Soft Pretzels

April 6, 2020 By Lindsay H 4 Comments

easy homemade soft pretzel recipe

How is everyone holding up these days?  Currently, with most of us on lockdown, we are all trying to find creative ways to pass the days.  With being home so often now, my kids and I have been taking to baking something new every other day.  We’ve made our way through cookies, pies, and delicious […]

Filed Under: Cooking, Recipes Tagged With: recipe, soft pretzels

Handmade Goods you Need to Shop for on Small Business Saturday!

November 29, 2019 By Lindsay H Leave a Comment

handmade goods you need to shop for on Small Business Saturday

Small Business Saturday is here!  For me, the month of November is all about thankfulness and appreciation.  Following this trend, the Saturday after Thanksgiving is one of my favorite days to shop because it focuses all on small businesses that rely on even the simplest purchase to keep them going.  There are so many small […]

Filed Under: Gifts Tagged With: gifts

Homemade Immunity Syrup

November 13, 2019 By Lindsay H 2 Comments

Homemade Immunity Syrup

The season has come, friends! It is finally the occasion for family, friends, delicious food, cheer…and germs.  That’s right folks, it’s only November and yet two major illnesses have already hit my house.  Yuck.  Since I have long given up on avoiding germs, my focus this year has been to instead strengthen our immune systems.  […]

Filed Under: DIY, Health

10 Child’s Surgery Tips for a Smooth Experience

July 3, 2019 By Lindsay H 3 Comments

Does your kid have a surgery coming up? Fear not, these super-smart child's surgery tips make SUCH a difference! I would never have thought of tip #7, but it works wonders!

Surgery for anyone is daunting but when it is your child, it is a whole new level of dread! After a year of breathing and strep issues, we finally came to the decision to remove my son’s tonsils and adenoids. I had many mixed feelings as even though my son needed them out, my first-born […]

Filed Under: Doctor Appointments, Health, Sickness, Young Kids

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