As we wrap up 2015 and I look back at the many books I read, I thought I would share my favorites by category instead of one big list. Today I'm sharing with you my favorite reads (along with a few of Elena and Eli's picks) in Kids and Young Adult books this year. (Note: these … [Read more...] about Our Favorite Kids and Young Adult Books of 2015
Kids
When It Comes To Just Dance 2016 We Have No Control
As of today, there are 22 days until Christmas. In my home, that means that the creation of the holiday wish list is in full frenzy. It starts just before Thanksgiving and grows exponentially as the season progresses (Eli's list can grow by 5 items a day if he's watching … [Read more...] about When It Comes To Just Dance 2016 We Have No Control
Colts vs. Broncos: Of Sons and Swagger
On one side of the field: Peyton Manning. The person who is single-handedly responsible for me even being here in the first place. The person who made me love him, and conversely, football. My favorite player of all time, and also the very same person that broke my heart three … [Read more...] about Colts vs. Broncos: Of Sons and Swagger
Six Divided by Two: Spending One-on-One Time With the Kids
It's amazing how shifting from the toddler and preschool days of parenting into the school age days can radically change the way you spend time with your kids. One day it feels like you never do anything without the kids, the next day it feels like you never see them. And even … [Read more...] about Six Divided by Two: Spending One-on-One Time With the Kids
Why I Make Dinner
This post contains affiliate links. Tell me if any of this sounds familiar: It's 4:00 p.m. and you find yourself in the kitchen. You've checked the meal plan, and today's the day you're going to try something new. Now, it's nothing crazy, like mussels in wine sauce or … [Read more...] about Why I Make Dinner