February 29 doesn’t come around all that often, so a few of my blogging friends and I decided to do something a little out of the ordinary today. We’re all answering 10 questions about ourselves (thank you, Jessica!) and then hopping around to learn a little more about each other. Want to join in? 10 […]
Cub Scout Blue and Gold Banquet + Arrow of Light
Tuesday, February 28, 2012 by 15 Comments
Tonight was the biggest night of the year for Twizzler’s Cub Scout den, and probably his biggest achievement ever. Tonight Twizzler “crossed over” from Cub Scouts to Boy Scouts and received the very special Arrow of Light award. It was a fun night full of awards, enchiladas, and fancy desserts that the boys each made […]
FREE Pancake Day at IHOP - February 28, 2012
Tuesday, February 28, 2012 by 2 Comments
I’m heading to IHOP with my BFF this morning for a free short stack of pancakes. Yep, today is IHOP National Pancake Day and every guest receives a free short stack of pancakes ALL DAY. In return for the free pancakes, guests are asked to consider leaving a donation for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals© and […]
The Most Meaningful Moments
Monday, February 27, 2012 by
What makes a meaningful moment? Is it something big and bold? Something that stands out? Is it the moment when life turns a corner and changes? Not for me. My most meaningful moments are often quiet. They are seemingly small and go unnoticed by everyone else. Meaningful moments may not be big and loud and […]
3D Art Project for Kids
Sunday, February 26, 2012 by 1 Comment
I admit…I’m a sucker for fun and easy (and, yes, MESSY) arts and crafts for my kids (as long as they are easily cleaned up). I don’t always show off the creations that the kids come up with. Let’s just say that I’ve got some pretty creative kids at our house. This weekend, the kids […]
Project 365 {Week 8}
Saturday, February 25, 2012 by Leave a Comment
We’ve been busy this week and having tons of fun, and this weekend may be the most fun of all. I guess that’s what happens when a house full of sick people finally starts feeling better. Here’s a peek at last week. I can’t wait to tell you where we are today….
New York City - The Reality {Photostory Friday-GMYBS}
Thursday, February 23, 2012 by 13 Comments
OK, I’ve shown you the pretty pictures and shared tips on how to have a cheap day trip to New York City. And I’ve hinted to the fact that the trip was rather difficult. Today I am going to tell it like it is, nothing held back. Honestly, in the end I think we all […]
My Favorite Fruit Smoothie Recipe With #FloridaOJ
Wednesday, February 22, 2012 by 7 Comments
I don’t remember when my fruit smoothie fetish began, but I distinctly recall planning outings just so I could drive by the ice cream shop that served smoothies back in the late 90s. Because there weren’t any good smoothie shops near my home (40 minutes away was a bit far) and because I couldn’t justify […]
New York City With Kids - Wordless Wednesday
Tuesday, February 21, 2012 by 20 Comments
I’m going to let you in on a little secret. As happy as everyone looks in all of these pictures from New York City and as wonderful as the pictures we captured are…don’t be fooled. Nine hours of sight-seeing is tough work. But I’ll have more details on that a little later… For now, the […]
How to Visit New York City With Family On a Budget
Tuesday, February 21, 2012 by 12 Comments
This past Saturday, I used some free Amtrak tickets to take my family (yes, all 7 of us!) to New York City for the day. Because we are within 3 hours of the heart of New York City, I consider a trip to New York City a Staycation. I have traveled to New York City […]
