When my oldest was little, she had two favorite channels — and neither were Disney or Nickelodeon. That kid watched the Weather Channel and Food Network like they were going out of style. When I first heard about Zest ‘n Zing, I couldn’t wait to take her.
There just isn’t much …read more
Zest ‘n Zing 2013 (Sponsored Giveaway)
April 29, 2013 at 9:27 pm
Walt Disney World Child Safety Tips – How to NOT Lose Your Kid at the Disney Park
April 25, 2013 at 2:05 pm
If you know my youngest, you’ve probably marveled at my ability to a) keep track of her and b) stay sane. So, when we decided to take the girls to Walt Disney World right before her 5th birthday, I had some concerns. If we have a hard time keeping up …read more
Indy Mutt Strut 2013 (Sponsored Post)
April 22, 2013 at 2:59 pm
You guys, I just love a rescue pet! Both of our cats and our dog were adopted from rescues. There’s just something about mutts, and this weekend’s Indy Mutt Strut event sounds like a great way to celebrate them.
Mutt Strut is the largest fundraising event of the year for Indy …read more
Yeah, You Can: Foster and Respite Care
April 15, 2013 at 6:37 pm
When we first started the process of getting a foster license on our adoption journey, I heard two things with almost equal frequency.
“I could never do that.” and “I’ve always wanted to do that.”
More than 400,000 kids are in the U.S. foster care system — some live with extended …read more
Murat Shrine Circus at the Indiana State Fairgrounds
April 13, 2013 at 3:25 am
I just tucked in 3 very exhausted, incredibly happy girls, who are all now convinced they can run away with the circus. If they only practice a little on our furniture first.
Tonight’s adventure was a first for our family. The girls had never been to the circus before. So when …read more
Top WordPress Plugins for Productivity
April 5, 2013 at 3:49 pm
I have this funny little habit. Okay, fine. It’s an addiction. Hi, my name is Heather, and I’m addicted to starting new blogs. While a lot of people have a single blog broken into several categories, I prefer blogs of the niche variety. That is, an entire site dedicated to one …read more
10 DVDs Your Kids Should Find in Their Easter Baskets
March 21, 2013 at 5:15 pm
My girls’ Easter baskets overflow. I know it looks like I go way overboard, but it’s mostly an illusion. Our baskets are far simpler than they look. I just take advantage of the opportunity to “gift” the girls the things they’re about to need for summer.
They’ll get a swimsuit, …read more
Bedroom Makeovers: 22 DIY Headboards for Mom & Dad
March 19, 2013 at 5:56 pm
We haven’t updated our bedroom since we were married. More than 15 years ago. I recently mentioned the decor we have to a friend. “That sounds like something I would have picked in college.”
Um, we were in college when we got married. So clearly our bedroom is a little outdated. …read more
Lucky in Love: 10 Ways to Save Some Green on Date Night
March 11, 2013 at 8:54 pm
Valentine’s Day blew right by us, in a blur of an adoption home study, basketball practice, Girl Scout field trips, and more. We did, however, manage a weekly date night throughout the month as we took a free class together. It was a fun way to reconnect without putting a …read more
Dear Judgy Mom, My iPhone Makes Me a Better Mom. Back Off.
March 7, 2013 at 5:44 pm
Yeah, I’m the Mom on the iPhone, and I refuse to feel guilty about it.
I use my iPhone at home. I use my iPhone when I’m stuck in the carpool lane. I use my iPhone when my kids are occupied and ignoring me. And, okay, sometimes …read more
