Lasso the Moon • Life is a Gift
We sometimes get so caught up in creating “holiday magic” that we forget it inherently exists right there in front of us to enjoy. Here are three simple ways to shift gears, find magic in the space between, and be present with your family this Christmas. A big thanks to Meijer for sponsoring today’s post. . . . She’s been… Read More
This DIY snow globe is the perfect Christmas craft for kids. The best part? It lights up and is water-free. Get step-by-step instructions on how to make a snow globe below! A big thanks to Kate from The House + Hive for sharing this snow globe craft with us. Once the cold winds start blowing across Wisconsin, we find ourselves… Read More
Looking for unique gifts for children? Does your kiddo love to bake or cook? Skip just giving “stuff” and connect with these three experience-based gift ideas for kids (toddlers through teens) who love to spend time in the kitchen! . . . Here’s the truth, I’m pretty sure this vintage avocado Kitchen Aid is the reason my teen girls still… Read More
This slow-cooker mulled cider recipe is a MUST-TRY holiday favorite. It’ll have you wishing for cold weather. One sip and you’ll agree . . . This hot mulled apple cider is literally WARM CHEER in a mug! A big thanks to Meijer for sponsoring this heartwarming recipe. I’m telling you . . . There’s nothing more inviting than the smell of hot mulled cider wafting all throughout… Read More
Sheet-pan–roasted sausage and potatoes with apples! This easy, one-pan recipe — made with only 6 ingredients — is a quick and healthy dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights. BONUS: It happens to be gluten-free, dairy-free and paleo-friendly, too. A big thanks to Meijer for sponsoring today’s family dinner recipe. On a busy weeknight, there’s nothing better than a one-pan recipe… Read More
So you or your parent has type 2 diabetes — but what does that mean for YOUR health? Learn more about prediabetes, type 2 diabetes , and what your most important steps are for moving forward. I was compensated by Med-IQ through a grant from Sanofi US to write about type 2 diabetes. All opinions are my own. I admit,… Read More
Pet photography can be challenging! Below are 10 tips to help you learn how to take stunning cat portraits of your furry family member with your smartphone, point & shoot camera, or DSLR. A big thanks to Meijer for sponsoring today’s post. Pets are family, too. It’s this simple — You love them with all of your heart, making your… Read More
The tween and teen years can be heartbreaking . . . Here are five tips to help your teen find balance, reduce stress, and manage the pressure of adolescence. A big thank you to Magination Press Family for sponsoring today’s post. The tween and teen years are a time of rapid change, growth, and challenges. That means kids this age are… Read More
Your house smells amazing, six hours of simmering and it is time for supper. A slow cooker makes family dinners super-easy, but are you missing this crucial ONE step when you make one-pot meals? A big thanks to Meijer for sponsoring today’s post. It’s been one of those chaotic days . . . A forgotten errand. A misplaced permission slip. And an after-school… Read More
I am on a constant quest to become un-busy. I want to live in the moment. Like many parents, I want more time on what matters most to me — my husband, my children, my health. But how does one do that with a chaotic family schedule? What I have learned as a parent of older children is that it… Read More
When pressure, expectations, and stress make your daughter’s world start spinning a little too fast, this is one powerful way to guide her back toward inner calm, peace, and stillness. Below are three ways mindfulness for teens is pivotal during these transition years. Kids are incredibly mindful beings, able to hyper-tune into their current surroundings in an awe-inspiring way. After all, have… Read More
Hosting an informal hygge party is a fun way to improve your dark mood and help ditch seasonal depression. Below are five simple tips for making your hygge party a relaxing evening with friends and family. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. I look out the window and feel the weight in my chest as I sigh — another monochromatic gray winter day. I put… Read More
The first time I saw a mom walk into my daughters’ dance studio with a load of laundry, I looked at her skeptically. She plopped down across from me and started folding her darks. “Who does that?” I thought to myself. I went back to mindlessly scrolling apps on my phone. A few minutes later, the woman stood and left… Read More
This Slow-Cooker Beef Stew recipe makes dinner easy. Whip these five ingredients together (Hint: They’re not what you’d expect!) and you’re done. Best recipe ever. Your family will be BEGGING for more. It’s literally comfort in a bowl. A big thanks to Reames® Frozen Homestyle Egg Noodles for sponsoring today’s dinner recipe. I remember being a kid during Wisconsin winters like it was yesterday… Looking… Read More
Cooking for a holiday can be overwhelming, even for the uber-organized. Below are seven make-ahead holiday side dishes guaranteed to save you time. Thanks to Crystal Farms® for inspiring today’s recipe collection. “It just isn’t a proper holiday meal if we don’t have ____________.” ← (Fill in the blank for YOUR family…) Candied yams? Homemade stuffing? Mashed potatoes and gravy? Fresh cranberries? (Or maybe jellied… Read More
Is your house bursting with toys? Get your kids involved in the decluttering process. With these five simple steps get them to willingly donate toys. . . . Christmas is a little more than a month away. My house is about to get bombarded with toys. I swear the toys magically multiply in the night. Does this happen at your… Read More