Fun activities for everyone just in time to celebrate Big Hero 6! Happy Saturday everyone! Big Hero 6 Hidden Objects Game San Fransokyo Post Card Big Hero 6 Spot the Difference Game Origami Baymax Big Hero 6 Maze Big Hero 6 Science Experiments
How did I manage to not get one picture of Julia dressed as my all time favorite character? I have no idea. She was Maria from the Sound of Music, complete with a guitar. It was seriously awesome. There are many parenting fails I could tell you about lately. When I...
A few weeks ago, I photographed one of the sweetest weddings. They shared the most beautiful poem that I would love to share with you: THE LONGLY WEDS KNOW by Leah Furnas A Poem for a 50th Anniversary...or any time. The longly-weds know That it isn't about the Golden...
This guy. He is at a seriously cute stage. Seriously. I mean, his Ironman costume has been worn so many days in a row it can stand on its own, but it's kinda awesome. People continue to tell him he is a cool Power Ranger and he continues to tell them that he is the...
Mom has been here for the past week, helping me catch up with laundry and housework. She's been a lifesaver and the house almost looks back to normal. (Thank you, mom!). On Friday, we took Riley to a play-date at a local farm with my MOPS group. Mom calmly motioned me...
Disclosure: I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Mom Central for Huggies and Target. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. When I was pregnant with Julia, I bought diapers...
Blogging is a new profession, relatively speaking. It is constantly changing and rapidly growing. Do you ever wonder how professionalism and industry standards and expectations are being set in this fast paced profession? I did. I would notice that some bloggers were...
Looking back at our trip to Nashville, I was fully unprepared when I entered the city. I knew that I wanted to enjoy my sweet friends and just hear their voices, but I knew nothing (or very little) about the city we were heading to. Jen is my oldest friend. We are...
The next morning, we returned the van and exchanged it for a car that I thought might be a little easier to park in downtown. We headed to lunch and guess what - they have Chuy's! Do you know what this means? Deluxe chicken enchiladas and queso in my tummy! The food...
This Friday, at all Family Christian stores, they are hosting a family friendly fun event! Dress like your favorite Veggie! Doesn't that sound like fun? I know Riley and I are going to have a blast with this! They will be passing out small, non-edible goodies all day!...
My college roommates and I try to get together at least once a year. Many years ago, we sat in dorm rooms and apartments, sharing chocolate cake, stories, dreams, and laughter. These girls never waver. They are kindred spirits. They encourage me, wipe away tears, and...
Give yourself permission to have some fun and let your family shine with creative family photos for Christmas Cards. Have you planned out your Christmas cards? I have a secret for you. Did you know that photographers love it when you tell us that you want to be...
The weather in Arizona if finally cooling off. It is bearable to be outside for more than ten minutes. For us, that means that fall is finally here and it's time to find a good pumpkin patch! I think events like going to the pumpkin patch give you this amazing...
Today was a tough one. Julia had a tooth extracted. Planned. Everything went fine. Still not fun. I got a phone call from school while I was in the surgeon's room with Julia. Nate was sick again. Poor baby. And let's just say that constipation is tough. I know I can't...
Disclosure: Life360 asked me to share a little bit about how their app works, especially in light of the Halloween season coming up. I had the chance to try it personally earlier this year at Disneyland, and I love this app. Yes, this is a sponsored post, but these...
I'm over at Mom it Forward about the Three Blessings of Parenting With an Age Gap - can you guess which three I picked?
Disclosure: I was treated to a wonderful girl's night out, with special thanks to Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak and Tru Foods. Arizona has the greatest group of bloggers. I know, I'm a little biased. I am honored to call many fellow bloggers friends in real life. A few of...
A few weeks ago, dear friends and I got together and put together a Day of the Dead party. I shared a few of the ideas with you already, but these talented ladies have added more tutorials for you and I wanted to be sure you had all of them in one place! Day of the...
This was recorded live at Mass a few weeks ago. When I sing it, I think about the room being empty - and really, really singing just to Him. And then, I let the room slowly fill back up - and I hope that people realize that we are on Holy Ground.
I'm over at Mom it Forward talking about being Pregnant Again After Adopting... come on over!
Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #Fall4Phones #CollectiveBias You may remember last year, when we allowed Julia to get her very first phone! It was almost one year ago today and I...