I am in the process of changing Peyton's room up. She's over the character bedding and wants to have a big girls room. I think adding an alarm clock is part of having a big kid room. I know I will be the one responsible for setting it and double checking to make sure she actually got up, but it's one step closer to her becoming a big kid. My First Alarm Clock is the perfect alarm clock to help with this transition. My First Alarm Clock is perfect for little kids or big kids. Peyton is 6 and I ...
Holiday Gift Guide 2016
Unique Gift Ideas from The Grommet
Sometimes finding quality, fun and unique stuffing stuffer gifts can be hard. But I have a few I wanted to tell you all about. I know, I would be excited to get any of these in my stocking. Have a young lady in your life that likes to do their nails? The Tweexy is a must have for those who do their own nails. When I am painting my nails, I often knock over the bottle of nail polish. I also have a child and pets. It also never fails that when I want to do my nails they are hovering around me. ...
Spruce Up Your Christmas Wreath
Every year I end up going out and looking at all the amazing wreaths with all the holly and decorations. But I never find one that I love. There's always some aspect of them I wish I could change. This year, I ordered my wreath from Hilltop Christmas Tree Farms and I picked up a few decorations and created my own masterpiece. I had a vision. I knew I was to have ornaments around the wreath and a multi-colored bow. Unfortunately, I didn't receive the bow I ordered. But it was close. So I made ...
A Fisherman’s Dream Gift: Rapala
Growing up, my grandfather took me fishing. For me, I just loved being on the water and spending time with him. I honestly could have cared less about catching a fish. But Grandpa was a patient teacher. He taught me how to hook a worm, what bait works best for catching certain types of fish and what fishing tackle I should be using. And Grandpa had tackle! Like two huge fishing tackle boxes full of lures and bobbers. The brand Grandpa swore by, Rapala. Rapala was founded in 1936 by Lauri ...
Take an Adventure with Adventure Santa
Are you ready to create memories with your family this holiday season? Looking for a fun and inventive way to do it? We discovered the story of Adventure Santa this holiday season and want to share it with all of you. Adventure Santa is an imaginative way to get your family into the holiday spirit! Inside your Adventure Santa kit you'll find a copy of The Story of Adventure Santa, your very own Adventure Santa and Adventure Santa stationary. The Story of Adventure Santa shows us how much ...
Create the Perfect Reading Nook
Reading is extremely important. But, sometimes getting a young child to read can be a challenge. I have found that if I give Peyton a little space all her own and fill it with books and comfy spot to sit she seems to gravitate towards it and read. Yes, read! So I'm going to tell you how to create the perfect reading nook. First, find a good spot. I like to use the corner of our living room, that way I can keep an eye on Peyton and if she gets stuck on a word help her out. You want to find a ...