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The Obsession with Big Nate Books

The Obsession with Big Nate Books

 A few weeks ago my dear friend Ms. Amy, who is a librarian at our local library (the awesome Kenton County Public Library) suggested that Max might like the Big Nate books.  So I checked a few of the books out just to see what he thought.  He picked one up that night, started reading...
Sewing Inspiration

Sewing Inspiration

I try to find time to sew whenever I can…but I’m very much a “rookie” seamstress!  Here’s a few of my favorite places to find patterns and fabric!  I hope this post helps other folks out there with your sewing! My Sewing Inspiration & Patterns :: SouleMama Bend the Rules Sewing by: Amy Karol  Oliver...

Silly Faces Game ~ Perfect for Preschoolers!

 Our family LOVES playing games together.  And there are so many games to choose from, we have a crazy amount of board games, card games, etc.  The kids love playing Monopoly Jr, LEGO Creationary, Battleship, and games of that sort.  But our selection of games that are appropriate for the littlest one in our house...

{this moment}

Inspired by SouleMama: A Friday ritual. A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. If you’re inspired to do the same, leave a link to your ‘moment’ in the comments for all to find and see!...

Jenny’s Wedding Shower :: Pink & Black Roses & More…

My sister-in-law Jessica and I planned a shower for our future sister-in-law Jenny last summer and I thought I’d share the details with my readers!    We wanted our daughters (the flower girls) to be a part of the shower, so we had a girls night and made decorations for the party.  The wedding colors were...

Throwback Thursday ~ Ella 2004

Ella & Michael August 2004

Cards by Katie ~ Fabulous February Special

I just wanted to share the current special in the Cards by Katie Etsy shop.  My “Fabulous February” special is that for every $25 you spend on note cards you will get a $5 gift card to spend on your next purchase!  There are a few new designs in the shop, including these cute new...

Flight of the Butterflies at the OMNIMAX

Wednesday night I had the opportunity to preview the newest show at the OMNIMAX at the Cincinnati Museum Center.  Since there were four tickets I decided to take the boys for a Valentine’s date night with Mommy.  Meanwhile, Ella & Daddy had their own evening out with Mexican for dinner & a bit of shopping. ...

Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey presents: DRAGONS! [GIVEAWAY]

This giveaway is now CLOSED.  Congrats to Vicky, who said that her favorite part of the Circus is “anything way up high that gives me sweaty palms!” And Brian who said “My family really enjoys the circus, and it’s here the week of my birthday.”.  You two have 24 hours to claim your prize!  Contact...

Menu Plan Monday ~ February 11

It was another yummy week at our house!  For more menu planning inspiration check out OrgJunkie’s Menu Plan Monday roundup!  Or find my “Recipes I Love” board on Pinterest!  I’d love to hear what’s cooking at your house too!  Leave me a comment below and share some of your favorite recipes…I need some new ideas...
Our Favorite Homemade Pizza Recipes

Our Favorite Homemade Pizza Recipes

Homemade Pizza with Salad is a favorite dinner around our house. I would venture to say we have homemade pizza on the menu almost every week. Homemade Pizza When Michael and I were first married he would make the dough and I would make the sauce, and we made some very yummy homemade pizza.   As...

Seafood Dinner from Keegan’s Specialty Seafood Market

UPDATE 2019 ~ Sadly Keegan’s Specialty Seafood Market is no longer open. We’ve been on a fish kick lately, Michael has made some delicious fish twice in the past week.  Lent is coming up, so it’s the perfect time to be on a fish kick.  We usually spend every Friday evening at our neighborhood fish...