I wanted to make pink velvet cupcakes for our daughter’s fourth birthday, but she insisted on a Palace Pets Birthday cake. So when the girls asked to bake their Daddy cupcakes one rainy afternoon, I thought, hmmmm…maybe I can convince…
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White Chocolate Peppermint Pudding Cookies
Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post by Lunchbox, but all opinions are my own and these cookies rock! Looking for a new cookie recipe that will wow your family during the holidays? We always make a plate of Christmas cookies…
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What I Learned From Our Kid’s Not So Crappy Christmas Cookies
Last week I did something this perfectionist has never been able to do in six years of motherhood; I let our girls bake Christmas cookies all by themselves. And not just any cookies…ridiculously messy cut out Christmas cookies with three colors…
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10 Things You’ll See in Hallmark Christmas Movies
The Countdown to Christmas on the Hallmark Movie Channel started early this year, and I couldn’t be happier. On Halloween night as a matter of fact. My kids on the other hand were groaning by mid-November, “Another Christmas movie mom, seriously!”…
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PDQ Gifts For You
While we all are hustling to prepare and give during the holidays, it’s nice to know that there are some companies that are giving as well! I’ve written about PDQ in the past, and recently used them to cater our daughter’s…
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Joyful Ways to Give This Holiday Season
I always wondered as a child why my mom made such a big deal out of birthdays and Christmas. She would always over buy, wrap for days, and spend so much of her time giving. She loved to see our…
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5 Simple DIY Holiday Centerpieces
The holidays can be so draining both physically and financially. We’re spending loads of money on cards, gifts, food, travel, and more, so when it comes to holiday decor it’s time to get creative. I’m all about using what you…
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Thankful
Yes it’s cliche to say what you’re thankful for on Thanksgiving, but isn’t that what this lost holiday is all about? The one sandwiched between Halloween and Hanukkah and Christmas, the day the retailers forgot. Today on Thanksgiving it’s time to reflect…
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20 DIY Homemade Holiday Gifts To Make with Kids
Since our girls were born, our priorities shifted when it came to gift giving during the holidays. Instead of running to the mall to pick up something quick, we really take the time to hand make something each year for…
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Thanksgiving Play Dough Recipe
Looking for a way to keep the kiddos entertained while you’re prepping your Thanksgiving meal? How about whipping this up the night before? This Thanksgiving Play Dough Recipe is really simple, and something your little ones can help make! …
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