10 Must-Have Products for Working New Moms
I think back to maternity leave as the most peaceful time of my life. I had just experienced a miracle, and although I was tired, it was incredibly beautiful.
Continue ReadingBroccoli Cheddar Soup in a Bread Bowl
My husband and I share a love for the broccoli cheddar soup at Panera Bread. At one point, a family member shared a copycat recipe for the soup, and over time, we have adapted it to fit our family
Continue Reading12 Unique Gift Ideas for Couples
It can be a struggle to find the perfect gifts for family and friends. It usually takes a lot of research to try to find something creative. See below for some unique ideas that would make a great wedding gift, anniversary gift, or just a combined gift for that awesome couple in your life.
Continue ReadingHow to Go From Crazy Busy to Gracefully Busy
In our day to day life, we tend to be crazy busy. Calendars are booked months out, weeks fly by, and we have to plan ahead to make sure we can fit in visits with family and friends
Continue ReadingAt-Home Date Night Ideas
I’ve lost track of how long we have been primarily at home due to the COVID19 situation, but at this point it has been well over a month. You may find yourself losing patience with those you share your home with. If one of those people is your significant other, a date night might help you refresh your relationship.
Continue ReadingQuick & Easy Apple Cinnamon French Toast
This recipe is really quite simple to make, but looks a bit more fancy than the traditional breakfast. You could top with whipped cream if desired, but honestly, the apples provided so much flavor that I didn’t even add syrup to mine.
Continue ReadingChocolate Chip Banana Animal Muffins (Nordic Ware Pan)
As mentioned in previous posts, my husband and I spent the first years of our marriage paying off debt. Working toward that goal, we had to be creative with some of our date nights. One of our favorite date nights is still grabbing dinner and then perusing the local thrift store.
Continue Reading9 Activities to Keep Your Toddler Busy at Home
As I am writing this, our state is under a ‘Shelter in Place’ order due to the COVID19 situation. My husband and I are thankful to be still working, but from home. However, we have lost our childcare. We have been making it work, but I’d be lying if I said it has been easy. In addition, with so many days of not leaving the house and with not the greatest weather, we have started to get a bit creative in keeping our two year old busy and engaged. See below for some of the ideas we have come up with:
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Making the Most of Your Stimulus Check
Right now, the majority of us are living in this world of vocational uncertainty. Some of us are lucky enough to still be working, but are unsure if that will continue. Some have been unexpectedly furloughed or worse, completely laid off.
Continue ReadingHealthy-ish Pumpkin Carrot Chocolate Chip Muffins
I know what you are thinking. ‘She only has two food posts so far and they are both muffins!’. This is very true. Muffins have become a staple in my house.
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