What to Bring to a Vacation Rental
If you’re renting a vacation house for the first time it can be very overwhelming. Most vacation rentals supply the basic amenities while guests are required to everything else. Even though my family...
View ArticleCape Cod Favorites
Tomorrow morning my family leaves for our annual trip to Cape Cod. Each year my parents, siblings and spouses, plus all the grandchildren take a weeklong vacation together. We are all so excited to...
View ArticleHow to Overcome Self-Doubt
One of my biggest struggles in life is self-doubt. Within the last year, I’ve become aware of how often I allow negative thoughts to consume me as a Mom and a blogger. Not only am I my own worst...
View ArticleAiley’s One in a Melon First Birthday Party
No one minds I’m sharing the details of Ailey’s One in a Melon First Birthday party three years after the fact, right? Ailey’s watermelon themed birthday party was one of my favorite parties ever....
View ArticleFirst Day of Kindergarten Survival Tips for Parents
The first day of Kindergarten is a milestone for parents and children alike. Transitioning from preschool to elementary school is a new phase with changes for the entire family. Tomorrow Annabelle...
View ArticleA Letter to My Kindergartener
Kindergarten is only the first journey of many in a child’s life. In this letter to my Kindergartener, I share my hopes and dreams for her future. Dear Annabelle, We are so proud of you for completing...
View ArticleLoving Lately v5.2019
What an August to remember! As we enter the golden days of summer I can’t help but look back on such an amazing four weeks. My fifth edition of Loving Lately is a recap of August 2019. Enjoy! Meeting...
View ArticleStress Free Ways to Get Kids Ready for School in the Morning
There is nothing worse than disorganization and chaos while you get ready for school. Here are stress free ways to get kids ready for school quickly in the morning. This is the first year we have two...
View ArticleRealistic Playroom Organization Tips
Do you have a messy playroom? We do, but I know how to clean it up quickly! If you’re looking for realistic playroom organization tips you’ve come to the right spot. My daughters are lucky to have the...
View ArticleFriday Favorites | Highlight of the Week
September, the first of the best four months of the year, is here! A lot is changing in our lives, so I find it hard to pick one highlight of the week. From going back to school to fall fashion to a...
View ArticleWeekend in September Recap
Even after a wonderful weekend in September, I’m ready for a full week trying out our new schedule. We spent Saturday and Sunday with family and friends, enjoying the beautiful crisp fall weather. Are...
View ArticleUpdate on my GOALS for 2019
Looking for an update on my goals for 2019? Take a peek at the goals I set for this year and the progress I’ve made so far. I love the process of planning and setting goals at the beginning of a new...
View ArticleStyle Session | Fall Outfits for September
This post features fall outfits from a style session with classic items from my closet. This post contains affiliate links. This September I am wearing a lot of skirts and lightweight tops that can be...
View ArticleFriday Favorites September | Week 2
Every Friday I love to share my favorites from the week. Enjoy my September Friday favorites and our weekend plans! Happy Friday! Did you know we are going to see a Full Harvest Moon on Friday the...
View ArticleTips for Apple Picking in New England
Apple picking in Connecticut is a must-do fall activity. However, this is only the first year I have ever gone! In case you’re a first timer too, here are tips for apple picking in New England. There...
View ArticleFall Fashion from Boscov’s
Thank you to Boscov’s for sponsoring this post. Read all about fall fashion from Boscov’s and how I styled two outfits for under $100. With the first day of fall right around the corner, I’m fully...
View ArticleHow to Choose the Best Running Shoe
Buying running shoes is extremely personal and often influenced by the style and look of the shoe itself. Most people do not realize there are many important factors to consider before buying a...
View ArticleMy Friday Favorites
It’s Friday! For once I’m not ready for the weekend, mainly because I have quite a bit of work left to do today. I spent the last 24 hours at an event in Greenwich and one day off has me playing catch...
View ArticleWeekend Recap | September 2
Happy first day of Autumn! Our family said farewell to summer over the weekend with a lot of outdoor fun, but I barely took any photos. I am trying to be spend more time in the moment and less time...
View ArticleThis is 34 | Reflecting on Life
This is 34! Every birthday I like to spend a little bit of time reflecting life and how it has changed over the last year. Besides a new job and physically feeling older in the mornings, I’d like to...
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