My boys are going into fifth grade in the fall – what school is going to look like then I have no idea – and for the first time ever, I’ve gotten serious about their summer reading list. Neither one of my kids love to read, I’m sad to say. I’ve built this summer reading…
If you are looking for socially distant vacation ideas and you’re dreaming of beautiful white sand beaches and turquoise water, I have two words for you: Gulf Shores. The beaches in Gulf Shores Alabama are my favorite beaches in the US. Even though I live a couple of hours from the Texas Gulf Coast and…
When we mention in passing that two of our kids are adopted, a common reaction is “Oh, I know someone who has adopted.” People often share stories about their adopted grandchild, neighbor, classmate…hairdresser’s nephew. When people learn they have something in common with you, they like to share…sometimes overshare. Much of what people know about…
“Where do you buy your kids’ clothes?” I get asked this questions a LOT. I like to keep things really simple and like most moms, I like good value. My kids grow out of stuff SO FAST but I still want quality and clothes that will hold up in the wash. This post has been…
I use my slow cooker all year around. Even though soups in a slow cooker or crock pot are great during colder months – and “colder months” here in Texas might not meet your threshold of wintry weather – I like making my slow cooker Tex Mex Meatball Soup in the warmer month, too, because…
If you’re planning a visit to the Texas Wine Country – specifically the 290 Wine trail – I’ve got all the info to help you plan the best Fredericksburg winery trip. Like any successful trip, planning is everything. If you’re a wine lover and you need tips for Fredericksburg TX, I’m your girl. Tips for…
If you’re looking for a tasty, warm dessert that’s basically hands-off to get ready, try my slow cooker peach cobbler. There’s just something about a warm dessert that’s super comforting for me and I love the set it and forget it aspect of using my crock pot to make a dessert in just a couple…
Parenting is funny. Sometimes. Maybe? When it happens to other people? I put together this list of funny parenting memes on the internet that will make you laugh. All of these made me laugh and made me feel better about the shit show that is happening in my house. Maybe you’ll relate. I hope so. …
When will Disney World open? Is Disney World Open? Like many of you, I’ve been wondering, waiting and watching the news to find out when will Disney World reopen? I’ve finally got the details – fresh off the press – of the reopening plan for Disney World. Keep reading! When will Disney World Reopen? Your…
I’m not sure what it is about dinosaurs that is so fascinating, particularly for younger kids, but my two boys are all-in when it comes to all things dinosaur. Giant, roaring lizards with sharp teeth and horns…I mean, what’s not to like about that? My kids have dinosaur everything: from tee shirts to bed sheets…