Little Angels is a faith-based series created just for preschoolers. The stories focus on eight Little Angels who are guardians, teachers, and companions to twins Alex and Zoe. Throughout each book, children will learn practical lessons, values, and biblical truths in an engaging and appealing manner. Little Angels Prayers for Every Day by Roma Downey features more than 50 simple… View Post
Homemade Goldfish Crackers
I’ve been trying to be a bit more deliberate about actually trying things that I find on Pinterest. I stumbled across this recipe for homemade goldfish crackers and new I had to give them a try (since my boys LOVE those little fish)! I followed her recipe almost completely so be sure to check it out! Here’s how I… View Post
A Dream Deferred.
Three years ago this weekend, I experienced my third miscarriage. Due sometime around my birthday, this baby was a surprise blessing that left us too soon. I remember being numb from it all just thinking that perhaps this couldn’t possibly be happening a third time. After all, I had Charlie – living proof that I COULD get pregnant and bear… View Post
I’m Not Listening to Your Mother :: Guest Post
You may remember that I was recently cast in the Chicago edition of Listen to Your Mother and asked for reader submissions of your own mother stories! This week we have Jen from Me, Myself and Jen! Welcome, Jen! I’m not Listening to Your Mother I didn’t make the cast. That’s me, ripping the bandage off the suspense that I’m sure… View Post
Hey Dollar, Dollar!
Ever since he snagged a little book at a birthday party, Charlie has become obsessed with Angry Birds Star Wars, but we continued to tell him that we couldn’t get the app because it cost money (mind you, there is a free version, but go with it). Over the weekend, we decided to allow Charlie to earn some money to… View Post
The Oscar Bowl
Think men are the only ones who have a big television viewing event? My hubby seems to think women have their own in LATE February… ________________________________________________________________ Here are a few of what I’m sure are unoriginal observations about Oscar night. The Academy Awards has somehow evolved into the Super Bowl. And, in general, the big football game is celebrated more… View Post
We Heart Parks
Living in Chicago, we wait for the first glimpse of sun and slightly warm weather and we run to the nearest park. This year, it happened to land on Presidents’ Day and since daddy is home, he took the boys and our nephew to the park for some fun! What are your favorite things to do once the weather warms… View Post
Chicago Fun Family Palooza!
Chicago Fun Family Palooza is bursting with spectacular entertainment, thrilling activities and over the top zaniness. This 2 day event, produced by 5 Star Fun Group, offers an entertainment experience that will delight and entertain your entire family. Take in all the sights as you blast along a 200-foot indoor zip-line. Enjoy a colorful mix of inflatables, carnival rides and… View Post
More Valentine’s Day Love
I have lots of fun Valentine’s recaps coming up, but here’s one last past from Joanne about Valentine’s Day. You can check out her first list of suggestions here! Handprint Heart card …it wouldn’t be me without a handprint keepsake activity.I just printed out my favorite Valentine poem (although how cool would it be if you or your child composed… View Post
Why You Should Listen to Your Mother {and Why We Want to Hear From You!}
“The world is shaped by two things — stories told and the memories they leave behind.” Vera Nazarian On May 5th, I am honored to be telling a part of my story and sharing memories as part of a production {Listen to Your Mother} about motherhood’s stories as a series of live readings as told on stage and through social… View Post
Valentine’s Day Tea Party
Charlie goes to an awesome preschool and this Valentine’s Day party was no exception. Thrown by the moms (including myself), the tea party was delightfully perfect. Here are some of the details: Easy tablescape with doilies, foam hearts & festive teacups & kettles Easy Paper Plate hats (that the kids LOVED decorating!) These flower suckers were SO cute and easy… View Post
Valentine’s Day Craftiness!
Today we have our fantabulous preschool teacher-friend, Joanne, here to share some GREAT Valentine’s Day crafts and ideas to do with your own kiddos! You can also see more of her previous posts here :: Christmas // Christmas Cheer // Thanksgiving // National Ice Cream Day! Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day! (Ahhh, where did the time go wasn’t Christmas like a… View Post
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