When someone says “Random Acts of Kindness” I always think of that time I pulled up to the Starbucks drive through window and the barista handing me my coffee and telling me the car ahead had paid for my order. It felt so good (and not just because of the free coffee) that I bought…
Nothing lifts your spirits like cute animal pictures, right? Cute puppies, kittens, baby goats, fuzzy yellow chicks all have an instant mood lifting effect. I think we can all agree that if there’s anything we need right now it is a mood lifter so I’ve rounded up a list of the best animal Instagram accounts…
This past week has been…challenging. And by challenging, I mean weird and anxiety inducing. I know none of you have been living under a rock so I don’t need to do a coronavirus update and list all the things that have been closed or cancelled. I’ve watched my plans for the spring go down the…
If you’re having trouble finding hand sanitizer or you’re having sticker shock at the ridiculous prices they’re charging for the stuff on Amazon, you can make your own at home. It’s easy to stay germ free with this DIY hand sanitizer. If you’re wondering if this is an easy “make it yourself” the answer is…
Yes, my kids are real brothers. Two out of three kids are adopted. At least that’s how it works in our family. We didn’t plan it that way… that’s just how it worked out. Yes my kids are real brothers. Really they are. People are curious when it comes to adoption, I get that. We’re naturally…
If you’re looking for ridiculously easy Valentine’s decorating ideas, you’ve come to the right place. I’m not really an all occasion decorator…let me just put that out there. It’s the middle (ish) of January and there’s still a Santa Stop Here mat at my front door. Don’t judge. But one thing that can add some…
Most people regard adoption as a happy thing. Just look at the Internet: We see memes and status updates and blog posts peppered with “chosen” and #blessed. And while (for the most part) adoption is a happy thing, it can also be a very difficult thing, in a way bringing a child into your family the “usual”…
“This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Universal Pictures Home Entertainment , but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #DowntonAbbeyAtWalmart http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV” When I first heard the buzz about Downton Abbey, I instinctively knew it was a show I would love. I was equally sure it…
James Avery Charms make the best Christmas gifts. I love getting James Avery Jewelry as a gift and I love gifting James Avery. James Avery Artisan Jewelry is a Texas icon, although their reach has expanded to more than just Texas. Their finely crafted designs, their timeless style and their ability to tie life events…
If you’re looking to put a little bit of your family’s history on your Christmas tree, I’ve got some great recommendations for adoption Christmas ornaments. Why adoption Christmas ornaments? It’s part of our family’s story and we have the kind of tree that reflects where we’ve been and the things we enjoy. From personalized adoption…