Embrace Winter: Christmas Lights
In my family instead of fighting winter we try to embrace it. We get out there and make the most of the season. This year, all … continue reading
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How an Open Mind Can Improve Family Time
The night before my son’s big birthday sleepover at the local Ramada, I stumbled on the hotel’s Yelp reviews. I did a little “yelp!” myself. My … continue reading
Five Handmade Christmas Gifts for Loved Ones
1. Chalkboard Cards Chalkboard greeting cards are perfect for Christmas and New Year’s. Use sparkly or holiday washi tape. 2. Good Things Jar Christmas is … continue reading
Wordless Wednesday- Historic Hazelwood’s Holiday Victorian Tea
The Holiday Teas are over this year, but you can still make it to Hazelwood’s Dickens of a Christmas. It begins this weekend. Maybe we’ll see you there! … continue reading
One Thing You Need to Do to Thrive (Not Just Survive) This Winter
There aren’t many of my kind (the rare winter-loving kind) in these parts, which seems weird. It’s Wisconsin. Winter lasts at least five months. You’d … continue reading
How to Rock Christmas Crayon Art with Poinsettias and a Hair Dryer
A friend posted this summery melted-crayon craft on my Facebook page last week. We haven’t tried the melted crayon thing yet…unless you count my … continue reading
The Lazy Mom’s Elf on the Shelf
Hide and Seek with Elf on the Shelf For some of us it’s almost Elf on the Shelf time again. My son knows now that … continue reading
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at la Biblioteca
Last year we “celebrated” Hispanic Heritage Month at the Neville Public Museum for the opening of their new exhibit, Out of the Shadows. The exhibit … continue reading
3 Reasons Father’s Day Gifts Kill Me
Not all dads… enjoy mowing the lawn or using power tools. Isn’t it kind of like giving mom a washing machine or kitchen appliances for … continue reading
My Mom Rocks!
This photo captures one of our “mom moments” pretty well. My mom was a little concerned for my safety while I was taking bike selfies. … continue reading