Teaching kids to manage their money is important! Learning to create a budget, keep track of expenses, and save for emergencies are skills that are essential to life as an adult and it’s never too early to start good money habits with our children. I thought I was doing a good job with my kiddos […]
Painting Metal Patio Furniture How-to
Living in the northeastern United States is beautiful because of the seasons, but I want to make the most of the warm seasons by spending as much time outside as possible! So for the past two years, I’ve been slowly transforming my deck into what hopefully looks like an outdoor room. The latest addition? Rejuvenating […]
4 Budget-Friendly Upgrades for a Fun Backyard
One of the things that sold us on our home was the large, fenced-in backyard. I envisioned my kids running around and playing outside, but the reality is, they rarely used the yard. I was so surprised! At first, I thought it might be because we don’t have a swing set for them. But, sincemy […]
Pickleball: 6 Reasons Why It Is the Perfect Sport for Moms
What is pickleball, you ask? In short, it’s a cross between tennis and ping pong. Picture a tennis court, but smaller, a tennis net, but shorter, a paddle and a wiffle ball, and that’s pickleball. Wikipedia explains it in a little more depth so you might want to check out their definition. I started playing […]
Kid Birthday Gifts for Every Age that Win!
My kids love being invited to birthday parties, but as a mom, I feel the stress of trying to find the perfect gift. When we go to a close friend or family member’s birthday party, we usually know the child well enough to pick out something they will really like. But with school friends, we […]
Bathroom Farmhouse Makeover
We have the world’s smallest powder room. You can literally sit on the toilet and brush your teeth at the same time. I’m not exaggerating. I guess because it was so small, we just never spent any time decorating it or making it look pretty after we moved in three years ago. And honestly, if […]
New Year’s Eve Hats to Make with the Kids
Looking for an easy, fun New Year’s Eve craft to do with the kids this year? Look no further! Kids of all ages will have fun putting together their very own New Year’s Eve hats to wear as they ring in the new year! There are so many things to love about this craft. I love that […]
Homework Help for Kids with ADHD
As a mom, I have a difficult time keeping my kids on task during homework, plus trying to cook dinner, along with getting my children to and from activities. I have one child diagnosed with ADHD primarily inattentive plus another child with suspected ADHD. I also have 2 other children. Homework time in our house isn’t […]
DIY Desk Chalk Paint Makeover
If you’ve ever considered a chalk paint makeover for your furniture, but were a little nervous about it–don’t be! It’s fast, easy, and gives you that cool farmhouse look. I completed this desk makeover in my free moments over just a week and I’ll take you through this project step by step. I bought this desk a […]
Nailing the Morning Routine for Kids with ADHD
Getting kids ready in the morning can be stressful, but when you add an ADHD diagnosis to the mix, it becomes exponentially more so. Yet, while mornings can be challenging, doesn’t mean everyone must be a fight, filled with nagging and frustration. Here are some tips to help school the morning routine for kids with ADHD. Nailing […]
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