Salmon cakes, or salmon patties, as my family calls them, are something I grew up eating. It’s also one of the few recipes I actually remember. Growing up
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Creamy Dreamy Lemon Bars
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Making Memories at Disney On Ice + Video Sneak Peek
If you follow me on social (I hope you are!), then you know that over the weekend we kicked off spring break with a trip to Hertz Arena
DIY Printable Garden Markers
A couple of weekends ago my kids and I started some seedlings for our spring vegetable garden. And well, because the kids are involved (which I love) we
Disney On Ice Presents Frozen at Hertz Arena + Giveaway
We here in the Fort Myers, FL area may not be in the heart of Disney, but we can still enjoy Disney fun in our backyard. Disney On
Helping Baby Fight the Cold and Flu with Wellements
As much as I may try to prevent and keep the cold and flu out of my house, sometimes the germs still find their way in. About 2
“Minnie: Bow Be Mine” + DIY Minnie Ears
Do you have any Happy Helpers in your house? My kids, especially my daughter, love watching Disney Jr.’s Mickey and the Roadster Racers, along with the Happy Helpers’ adventures
8 Dr. Seuss Crafts for Read Across America Week
It’s almost here; the day that comes every year. The day that we celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday by taking some time to simply sit down and read –
Instant Pot Zesty White Bean & Chicken Soup
In the winter months when the weather outside is frigid and icy, and all you want to do is curl up inside under a blanket, you need a
Dissolvable On-the-Go Protein Pods
Are you all about the whole new year, new you? Does that include adding more protein to your diet? Or maybe protein powder is already an everyday staple.
Highlights: Still Shaping the Minds of Kids After 70 Years
Do you remember Highlights™ magazines? These were really popular when I was a kid. I remember seeing them at school, doctor’s offices, and I’m pretty sure I had
Maple Bourbon Chicken Wings
What is better on game day than a cold drink and some chicken wings? … Nothing! So when game days roll around, you better believe both are on
Slow Cooker Pizza
My kids love helping in the kitchen and you may not realize it, but there is always something for them to do, no matter what age they are.
New Year’s Resolution: Be Prepared for the Unexpected {Giveaway}
There are many things in this world that we have no control over, but there are ways we can prepare ourselves for some of those things. One of
“Do You Wanna Build a Snowman?” Cookie Classroom Treats
Are you ever just shopping and happen to see something that immediately sparks a fun idea? Well, that’s what happened to me over the weekend. I was doing
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Christmas Juice Pouch Printables
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Holiday Wish List: Ask for That Vacuum You’ve Been Eyeing
Let’s talk holiday wish lists. The kids are usually fairly easy, but what about us – the parents and spouses? Does your wish list consist of things you
Ham & Asparagus Casserole: A Recipe for Leftover Ham
The holidays are the perfect time to enjoy a nice big, juicy ham. In my home, we even opt for a ham for Thanksgiving dinner. So when the
2018 Holiday Gift Guide + Holiday Hoopla Giveaway ($400+ Value)
It’s that time again! The holidays are here and they aren’t slowing down. Have you made your wish list? Do you have your shopping list? You didn’t
Family-Friendly Games Make the Holidays Complete
Putting up our Christmas tree after Thanksgiving dinner has been a family tradition for as long as I can remember. But this year we just couldn’t wait and
Classic Childhood Toys for Today’s Generation of Kids
Ever wonder what happened to the popularity of the toys you played with as a child? While some of them disappear completely, and some simply live on in
Turkey Zucchini Casserole: A Recipe for Leftover Turkey
Thanksgiving is the biggest dinner of the year. With the biggest dinner of the year comes lots of leftovers. I know I’m not alone when I say we
Instant Pot Cookbooks to Help You Get Started
You could say I was a late comer when it came to the Instant Pot. But I’ve had mine for a few months now and love it! In
Funrise Puts the FUN in Christmas Morning
Christmas morning as a kid is the most amazing thing in the world. Christmas morning as a parent is just as amazing, but for a different reason. Kids
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When the holidays roll around and I start planning gifts for my kids, I look around my house and wonder where the heck they are going to put
Wicked Uncle: The One Stop Holiday Toy Shop for Kids of All Ages
I absolutely love the holiday season – family, friends, food, decorations, music, exchanging gifts – it all gives me a warm, fuzzy feeling. But that doesn’t mean the
Why Spin Master Should Be on Your Gift-Giving Radar
Can you believe the holidays are already upon us? I know I’m not the only parent experiencing this, but lately every time a commercial comes on between cartoons,
Instant Pot Rack of Ribs
There’s a pretty good chance that I used to be the world’s worst cook when it came to a rack of ribs. I could never get the flavor
Give Your Kids the Gift of Reading: Titles for Ages 0-11
The holidays are fast approaching and I don’t know about you, but I’m already thinking about Christmas gifts. This year I’ve decided to take a bit of a
Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup
Signs of fall: cool weather, sweaters, leggings, leaves falling, pumpkins, and slow cookers. Yeap, you read that right. It’s slow cooker season! I love using my slow cooker
Ditch the Toys! Gift Your Kids with New Experiences {Giveaway}
Who’s already Christmas shopping? I am and this year I’m doing things differently. Every year my family asks what they can get for the kids and I’m always
Halloween Spider Ring Treats
As if I haven’t given you a whole bunch of fun Halloween treat ideas already, here is another! What I love about this one is that it literally
Double, Double Toil & Trouble! Witches Fruit Snack Cauldrons
Double, double toil and trouble! Do you have the right fruit snack ingredients to make the witch’s Halloween potion? Make these Witches Fruit Snack Cauldrons for trick-or-treaters or
Halloween Snoball Monsters
I’m on a roll with all the Halloween treats I’ve been making lately and I’m not even done. I try to make Halloween more than just a one
Oatmeal Creme Pie Scarecrows
Fall is my favorite time of the year – pumpkins, cool weather (except in Florida…if you could only see my hard eye roll right now), holidays on the
Halloween Juice Box Printables
I consider myself a classroom mom and with that title comes the responsibility of making sure all the kids in my son’s class have fun goodies to celebrate
Instacart: Grocery Delivery When You Just Can’t (or Don’t Want To)
We’ve all been there…dinner time rolls around and there’s nothing to eat in the house, except cereal (not that there’s anything wrong with that); it’s time to pack
LEGOLAND Florida: Know Before You Go
It finally happened! After living in Florida for 15 years (yes, there was almost a 2 year hiatus when we lived in New Jersey, but 15 years total
Asian Glazed Meatballs
Do you love Asian flavors? Do you also love meatballs? If you answered yes to both of these questions, then you are going to LOVE this recipe. I
The Stokke Steps Bouncer is Like a Cloud for Your Baby
As a mom of three, one of the things I’ve learned I could not live without when it comes to baby, is a bouncer. I’ve had my fair
Cajun Style Shrimp Po’ Boys + Remoulade Sauce
Shrimp has to be one of my all-time favorite seafood’s. It’s something I can prepare the same way over and over, and never get tired of. But that
Free Baby Room Wall Decor Printables
Having a baby is an experience that’s both exciting and nerve-racking at the same time. Yay! Baby is coming. But wait! Is everything ready? One of my favorite
Grilled Southwest Black Bean Burgers
Do you have a healthy recipe that literally the whole family enjoys? They come far and few between in my house, at least the healthy part does, but
How I Survived Flying Alone with 3 Small Kids
Just over a week ago my family moved from NJ back to FL. Things were a little more expensive this time moving to FL versus 2 years ago
Smokey Salmon Sliders
Now that summer is in full swing, I have been craving fresh fish like there’s no tomorrow. Don’t get it twisted, I love fish throughout the year, but
One Pan Chicken Fajitas
When life gets busy, sometimes dinner gets forgotten. Instead of ordering out, quick and easy one pan meals are a great solution. Not only are they quick to
Life Insurance: Pay a Little Now or Cost Your Family Later
Have you avoided getting life insurance because it’s too expensive? Cost happens to be the number one reason people don’t get life insurance, but the reality is, it
6 Essentials for a Breastfeeding Mom
Simply put, breastfeeding is hard. I can confidently say it’s probably one of the hardest and most frustrating things I’ve ever done. I had planned to nurse my
A Day at the Park with LÍLLÉbaby
Let’s talk baby carriers. As a mom of three I’ve had my fair share of baby carriers and have actually written about some on the blog. But you
Strawberry Cheesecake Popsicles
Summer is the best time to make homemade popsicles. But popsicles can go beyond putting juice or Kool-aid in popsicle molds. Why not turn your favorite desserts into
What’s in My Hospital Bag? From a Mom of 3
Here we go again. We’re heading to the hospital because it’s time to meet baby #3. But this time I didn’t pack anything extra and only what I
When Reading Practice Becomes Sibling Bonding Time
When you have one kid who loves to be read to and one kid who’s learning to read, reading practice becomes a great time for sibling bonding. Even
The Truth About Death Bills of the Stay-at-Home Mom
While no one likes to think about dying, have you considered what type of financial strain you may be leaving your family if you were to die today?
Easy 6 Ingredient Guacamole
“Guac is extra.” Um, yea, I know that, but I want it anyways. I mean really, is there even a question about that, haha. I get this every
Life Insurance – There’s an App for That
Moms, I have a very serious question for you. Do you have life insurance? For many moms, me included, the answer is no. The answer could be no
Spring Cleaning: Turn Your Unwanted Stuff Into Money
I’m sure you’ve all finished your spring cleaning, right? Ha – I’m not even done myself, but I have gone through all of my clothing and put aside
Family Stories Makes World Travel Possible and Personalized for Kids
I have always been a fan of travel and one day hope to travel the world. I wish the same for my kids, too. New people, new experiences,
