I can’t remember a time when I made New Year’s resolutions. I’m a big list maker, but for some reason I never got into making resolutions each January. Although this year it might be a little different. I want to make a list of things I hope to do in the new year, rather than […]
To wrap or not to wrap?
My daughter is 16-months old and I am super jazzed for Christmas. Just about anything excites her at this point, so it’s going to be really fun watching her with her new toys. I’m having an internal debate about whether or not to wrap her presents. My mom has been doing the 12 days of […]
Keep your pets happy and safe while traveling
With the holidays here, many people are planning on traveling to visit loved ones. And if you’re like me, you probably want to take your furry friend with you. But, sometimes you can’t, and finding a pet care service you can trust can be a challenge. “Our pets are like family and the last thing […]
Maclaren rain cover: Lifesaver in bad weather
When we went to NYC earlier this week, both days we spent there were windy and rainy. Regardless of the weather we still wanted to sight see. This trip was the first time I’ve had to use my Maclaren rain cover, and let me just say it was the only reason we were able to […]
Traveling with a toddler around the holidays
Today is the second time we’ve taken little Miss Chloe to NYC since she was born, and even though there’s been a year in between the two times, it’s still a struggle. She was 3 months old last November when we went, and she is almost 16 months old now. We have just as much […]
12 days of Melissa & Doug: Day 8, sound puzzle!
My daughter Chloé is almost 16 months old now and is just starting to get into Melissa & Doug’s wooden puzzles. She’ll make the sounds of the animals I point to, it’s adorable. What I love about the sound puzzles for sale on Zulily today, they make the noises back at your little one! Nothing […]
Day 3 of Zulily’s 12 Days of Melissa & Doug: Lab plush toys
It is day 3 of Zulily’s 12 days of Melissa and Doug, and today is a sale for both boys and girls! Maybe your kids have been asking for a puppy, and and they’ve been on their best behavior in hopes of finding one under the Christmas tree. Surprise them with Sunny and Benson, a […]
Starting today: The 12 days of Melissa & Doug on Zulily!
Now that Thanksgiving is over, most of us are in full-on shopping mode. I’m so excited that my favorite brand for toys will be on sale for the next 12 days on Zulily. Every day for the next 12 days, Zulily will have a new Melissa & Doug sale. That means I have 12 days […]
Santa’s Hideout: New twist on timeless tradition
I’m so excited to be sharing this news today! I and many others have been keeping it a secret for a few months and today is the day to unveil it! Several moms and I have been busy little elves working with Condé Nast as part of a mom advisory board for the project, and […]
Countdown to Christmas: My list of must-see movies
I’ve held out as long as I’ve could. The season of Christmas is my favorite time of year. Besides, the sights and smells, I also love to watch Christmas movies. I have my favorites, but I’m a sucker for any movie that comes on TV and has a Christmas theme. Last night my husband and […]
Antipasto Calzone
On Sundays sometimes I’ll make a calzone for dinner, not only because my family loves it, but it could feed plenty of people, and really stretches your dollar.