In February, I took the most refreshing girls’ trip to San Diego, and my heart (and camera roll) is full. Four of us squeezed into one hotel room —tight quarters, but so many laughs (we’ve traveled together a bunch, so this was par for the course). It reminded me of college days, swapping stories late…
For the past few Thanksgivings, we’ve skipped the turkey and traveled instead, with our dear friends. They’re like family, and somewhere along the way, we discovered we’re excellent travel companions. In 2024, we set our sights on Belize, and more specifically, the dreamy island of Caye Caulker—and it was everything we hoped for and more….
I know it might sound weird, but salads are my favorite food. Not the sad little side salads. I mean the big, colorful, satisfying kind—the kind that feels like a meal, not a compromise. So when I find one that’s vegetarian (so my daughters can eat it), full of veggies and protein, and drizzled with…
To celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary, my husband Brad and I spent a week in Guatemala (without the kids). Guatemala is full of color and culture — wonderful food, people, and activities which made for a perfect anniversary trip and I would love to bring our kids back someday. We flew into Guatemala City and…
I love Christmas cards. I love brainstorming themes or using song lyrics to create something fun. I love working with my designer friend Karen who brings my crazy ideas to life…or my illustrator bestie Joanna who draws our family with so much thought and personality. I’m a sucker for the paper and the envelopes —…
By Matthew Kurek We love a good road trip. Plus, preparation for a road trip is a time of unabashed excitement and curiosity. What’s going to happen along the way? Where will we stop and spend more time? Which upcoming memories will I be carrying with me after this trip ends? As anticipation builds, it’s…
Our first trip after a year of virtual school and not traveling due to covid restrictions was to The Big Island Hawaii in June 2021. It was the perfect trip for our family to begin to travel again, plus it was all our first time in Hawaii. We flew into Honolulu and spent one night…
This is a partnered post. I only publish sponsored content that I believe my readers will benefit from in some way and fit my brand. The content was edited and partially written by me. All images are mine or credited to friends! There’s no getting away from the fact that The Great Lakes are iconic…
This is a partnered post. I only publish sponsored content that I believe my readers will benefit from in some way and fit my brand. The content was edited and partially written by me. All images are mine or credited to friends! Ensuring your kids are eating healthy and have healthy food habits is certainly…
About 4 years ago — and after lots of begging from my girls, visiting friends with chickens, and enjoying fresh eggs from the farmer’s market — we embarked into the world of backyard chickens. Now, 4 years, two flocks, a dog added to the mix, and plenty of gross, hilarious, devastating, amazing, educating, and delicious…