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Hello? Anybody Out There?

I’ve been seriously MIA from this site lately. Life has been busy and I’ve been totally unmotivated to write. Every time I sit down at the computer a child needs me. It’s OK though cause I’d much rather be out helping of playing with my boys than stuck in front of a computer. I had…
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Choosing a slow life

I’ve been thinking a lot about what I want for our family. Like most mothers I feel pressure to do all the things. Crafts, sports, hobbies, lessons, trips, events,… the list goes on. I know my children would love to participate in so many things but is it truly what they need. The thought of…
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Star Wars: The Force Awakens – Movie Review by Joe

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REVIEWS
Girls Night In Christmas Party with Zoes Kitchen

I love Girls’ Night Out but I’ve found so many of my mama friends are just too tired to go out after a long day of mothering. So this year for Christmas I decided to throw a Girls’ Night In. Zoes Kitchen Catering provided all of the food and drink so all these hard working…
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Holiday Gift Guide | REVIEWS
Holiday Finds for Kids at zulily

Zulily is one of my go-to spots for holiday shopping. I log in every morning to see what new deals they are offering. In the past I’ve scored some great deals on Mickey Mouse books/toys, LEGO gift sets, workbooks, shoes for the boys and much more. This year they have a great daily selection of…
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Rolling with the Punches

Every year about this time (a few weeks before Christmas) I remember that my in-laws favorite Christmas gift is pictures of the boys. So I pull out my beloved, yet underused, Canon and we head to our favorite photo spot. I don’t really know what I’m doing behind the camera, I’m just learning as a…
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Holiday Gift Guide | REVIEWS
Holiday Shopping at BJs

I love shopping at BJs. I can always get a great deal on things for my large(ish) family. Right now they have a huge selection of toys and kids products that make great gifts for this holiday season. Here are a few of my favorites: This Stary Skies TeePee is adorable and would be loved…
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Buying Guides | Gaming | Holiday Gift Guide | REVIEWS
Ring It! from Blue Orange – Game Review

The creator of the popular Spot it! games, Blue Orange Games, has a fun new game that makes the perfect gift this holiday season, Ring It! Ring It! is a fun for kids ages 5 and up (2 – 9 players) Clap and ring your way to victory! Players continuously flip their cards until a…
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Our Nature Walk Talks

The first half of the week we were stuck indoors with a sick Simon. The weather was dreary so we embraced this downtime as best we could by learning new card games, sitting by the fire and lots of imaginative play. It was lovely to just rest but these boys don’t rest for long. So…
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Must Have Breastfeeding Friendly Apparel

I’m currently breastfeeding baby #4. I have tried so many different products for breastfeeding moms but I haven’t even scratched the surface of what is out there. There are so many wonderful products for nursing mamas but one item stands out for me. The Undercover Mama nursing shirt. I have 5 Undercover Mama nursing shirts…
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Snack time with Lifeway Organic ProBugs

Lifeway Kefir is a tart and tangy cultured milk smoothie that is high in protein, calcium and vitamin D. Each cup of kefir contains 12 live and active cultures and 7 to 10 billion beneficial probiotic strains. My boys love yogurt so I was pretty sure they would like Lifeway kefir. They really loved the…
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Choosing to give thanks

Today is Thanksgiving and this holiday is specifically designed as a day to celebrate all that we are thankful for. But really, thanksgiving is much more than a holiday. Thanksgiving should be an everyday way of life. Now, I don’t always get it right and I have tough days just like everyone else but there…
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