We loved celebrating our new 8 year old yesterday! I started my account and blog a year or so after he was born since we were using the paternity leave Dan received (a first for us!) to visit Europe and … Read More
There’s almost nothing I loathe more than realizing a kid has a birthday party to attend that afternoon and being stressed to run around to a shop while trying to manage a busy day. Years ago, I decided to purchase … Read More
Another year, another reminder to please try to be thoughtful in your purchases and not just buy because things are on sale! Like many of you, we try to focus on experiences over things, but there are certain items that … Read More
I remember the first few trips traveling with kids and wondering how anyone possibly manages all the kids and all the needs and all the STUFF. There’s a lot, lol. But everyone’s right that it really does get easier with … Read More
Olive pants are one of my favorite staples for all seasons! (Here’s some fall travel outfit inspiration with them.) I love that the color feels earthy but more interesting than jeans, and they’re WAY more travel friendly because they’re not … Read More
Dan and I have had a trip to the Azores high on our bucket list for ages, so I was surprised and delighted when Dan gifted me a trip for the two of us (thanks to some lovely friends babysitting, … Read More
We absolutely love Paris! We’ve traveled with and without kids, for short trips and longer, and every time it’s magical. We have had a wonderful experience every time we’ve gone, despite it not typically being known as a family travel … Read More
I love putting together kids Easter baskets, but try to only fill them with things we’d be purchasing anyway and that are addressing upcoming summer needs. It’s always a great chance to find a few useful items I know will … Read More
A few days ago, I shared some of my favorite products from the year – it’s always fun thinking about what has really served me and our family over the year and gotten repeated use. Then I always love digging … Read More
Instead of doing a ton of Christmas present shopping, I tend to use Black Friday mostly as an opportunity to stock up on my favorite consumable items (like skincare). I love getting items I use every day for a much … Read More
Here are all my favorite Black Friday deals available this year. They’re things we personally use frequently and really love, and have paid for with our own money. A lot of them are items where I stock up this time … Read More
It’s here – the 2024 Winter Holidays Around the World advent printable! Each year, our family loves learning about some other amazing holidays and traditions around the world alongside our own celebrations of Christmas and Diwali. I love the festivity … Read More
