What child does not like building things? Like tall towers or castles? Flexo takes building and creativity to a whole new level. With Flexo you can make fun and creative sea creatures that actually float in water! This is taking bath time to a whole new level. We were sent the Crab Flexo set and I wanted to see just how easy it is to put together. Now, there are directions in the package … [Read more...]
Buzz into the Holidays with Beessential
Winter arrived with a vengeance this year here in the midwest. The temps have been freezing cold and well below normal paired with gusty winds makes for a miserable time outside. Top that with an early arrival of the flu virus and harsh viruses spreading through the schools means we need to take care of ourselves and be kind to our bodies. Beessential is one way I can take care of my family and … [Read more...]
Pudus for the Cat Lover in You
Sometimes finding the perfect gift for someone can be a challenge. But if you are looking for the perfect gift for a cat lover and they have cold feet I have the perfect gift idea for you! Or even if they are not a cat lover and live in a northern state I have the perfect gift idea for you too! Pudus. What's Pudus? I'm pretty sure you just asked yourself that question. Pudus are these comfy … [Read more...]
A New Holiday Tradition: Reindeer In Here
We didn't have many holiday traditions growing up. It just really was not my family's thing. But now that I have my own family, I love creating family traditions for us to enjoy year after year. And to hopefully pass down to the next generation. This year we are starting a new family tradition with Reindeer In Here. What is Reindeer In Here? I'm glad you're curious! First, it's a fun family … [Read more...]
Be Prepared with Rescue Guard
What is one thing that everyone should have with them on a road trip, while they are camping or hurricane/tornado season? An emergency pack. You can pack your own or you could purchase Rescue Guard Survival Pack prepacked with enough supplies for a family of four. Included in the kit is the following - 1 60 piece First Aid Kit 1 212 piece Deluxe First Aid Kit 2 Squeeze Powered … [Read more...]
The Beat Goes On Season 4 Now on Netflix!
If you have a child, chances are they have seen at least one of the Trolls movies. But did you know, Trolls has a series on Netflix? Well, they do! Peyton started watching shows on Netflix about a year ago. Since we travel so much, it's a great way to always have children appropriate shows available for her. And she LOVES The Trolls series - The Beat Goes On. Season 1 was a huge hit in our house … [Read more...]
Getting Organized for Fall
School is in full swing. I swear we are constantly running from one activity or another. And we just had conferences! I cannot believe we are already halfway through the first semester. And the busier we get the more organized I need to be to make our house run smoothly. One point of stress and contention in the morning is finding shoes to put on so we can head out the door. On time. A shoe rack … [Read more...]
Dry Your Dishes in Style
Do you do your dished by hand? I do. Well, I do some of my dishes by hand. I wash all of Peyton's Bentgo boxes and snack boxes by hand as well as anything does not come clean in the dishwasher. Before, I used to just lay a towel on the counter and lay them out there. But that doesn't look very nice. Now, I'm drying those dishes in style on my new Bamboo Dish Drying Rack. Besides keeping the … [Read more...]
Breakfast in Bed? Yes, Please!
I don't get to spend very many mornings in bed past 5 am. So if I have the opportunity to have breakfast in bed I am all for it! Having this bamboo breakfast try makes it easier to get out of bed, make breakfast and then head back to bed to enjoy it. I'm still trying to convince Peyton to make me breakfast but that is not working out so well. So until I can convince her I guess I'll have to make … [Read more...]
Start Your Day with a Trick or Treat!
It's October! I'm sure you are all fully aware of that by now. But did you know October is one of my favorite months of the year? Well, it is! I love fall in Minnesota. It's crisp air with beautiful leaves on the trees and in the yards. It's the perfect time of year to play outside with your little ones until their cheeks are rosy and then come in inside and enjoy a warm beverage. And there's … [Read more...]
