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8 Mess Free Crafts for Kids

They say it’s all about the process over product when it comes to kids arts and crafts. But sometimes, us moms want mess-free crafts that are simple for our kids, right? These projects I’m going to share with you aren’t only simple, they will be forever-memories and create a wonderful keepsake for you, too. Enjoy […]View post →

20 Things To Do At Home With Your Kids During Quarantine

These are crazy, crazy times! There’s so much uncertainty and unknowns that come with the coronavirus. We’re all stressed and scared and anxious. I mean every time my kid’s cough I’m like why are you coughing? Do you feel OK? Can you breathe?!😳 One thing I’d like to try and do is bring a positive […]View post →

The Only Fall Bucket List You’ll Need This Season

Ok, ok I know I’ve been stuck on summer but it’s time to let go, I guess. First off, fall is the most basic of all seasons in New England. Sweaters, leggings, ugg boots, and pumpkin spice everything all come out to play. The leaves start to change and leaf peeping season is in full […]View post →

We Did It! We Finished Our 30 Day Park Challenge

WE DID IT! My kids and I finished our 30 day park challenge and boy was it fun! 30 different parks in 30 consecutive days. It was A LOT of work, but in the end it was worth it. Roman and Mallory got so excited each day to find a new park and they got […]View post →

4 Completely Free Things To Do With Your Kids Right Now!

As a stay-at-home mom I try to find things to do with my kiddos that are free or inexpensive. It makes those long days so much easier when I can get out of the house, even if its just for an hour. I’ve rounded up a short list of easy things you can do with […]View post →

10 Fun Things To Add To Your Spring Bucket List

Spring has finally sprung! No doubt we are SO excited about warm weather, pretty flowers, and birds chirping after the very, long, cold winter we just had! There’s so much to enjoy in the spring, so I’ve come up with a fun spring bucket list you can do with your kids and as a family. […]View post →