I love having an accessible craft area. I love that my kids feel the freedom to just sit down and start coloring or drawing. But before having kids, I had no idea how much time would be spent finding the caps to markers in said craft area, or listening to the complaints because caps were…
We all know there’s nothing like a refreshing iced coffee to perk you up any time of year—but when you add a layer of mint cold foam? Next level. This cool, creamy topping gives your drink a refreshing, minty twist that feels both indulgent and uplifting, whether it’s the holiday season or the middle of…
There’s something magical about the taste of fresh peaches in summer—juicy, sun-ripened, and oh-so-sweet. They’re also one of the most seasonal treasures to us – if you are eating fresh peaches, you know it’s summer! Every year, we buy a big old bushel box of peaches and every year I wonder what we’re going to…
Is there anything more satisfying than a refreshing glass of iced coffee on a warm day? Especially if you have children (like mine) that don’t really believe in sleep, specifically between the hours of 2-5am, iced coffee is the ultimate pick-me-up. Even better? It comes together so quickly at home, you don’t even have to…
We’ve been making brown sugar shaken espresso at home for forever. I don’t know why it never dawned on me that the delicious taste that comes from the molasses-y brown sugar in that drink would also transfer well to a cold foam. But brown sugar cold foam? Total game changer. It’s sweet (but not too…
Looking for screen free summer activities for kids that are easy, fun, and actually keep them busy? Summer is an absolutely magical time in childhood, but let’s be real… it also gets long. If you’re sick of hearing “I’m bored” and “There’s Nothing to do” and it’s only the first week of summer… you’re not…
You should know by now that I’m on a big cold foam kick. There’s nothing better than turning your life sustaining afternoon iced coffee/caffeine addiction into a little treat by adding a fun flavored cold foam. Strawberry cold foam is especially delightful—it’s creamy, slightly tangy, and adds a beautiful pink hue to your drink. While…
In our household, we’re in our dirt phase. Or maybe this is just life with boys and they’ll always be in a dirt phase? Either way, if it involves dirt, construction vehicles, or dinosaurs, my kids are ALL IN. The good news is, this activity easily involves all three and also incorporates my favorite thing…
Looking for a fun, budget-friendly outdoor activity that will wow the kids after sunset? Nothing goes better with that twilight magic than Glow Bowling — a creative twist on classic bowling that uses recycled water bottles and glow sticks to create glowing pins that light up the night! Whether you’re planning a backyard party, a…
If your yard is anything like ours in spring, the dandelions can sometimes feel, well, overwhelming. In one of those, make lemonade out of lemons type moments, I present to you – Dandelion Painting! One of the most delightful and easy crafts you can do with your kiddos this season is painting with dandelions—turns out,…