How did autumn arrive so quickly? Summer flew by in the blink of an eye and we are now waking up to shorter days and crisp, cool mornings. Even though our family routines look a little different this fall, I still try to rely on meals that are healthy and easy to prepare. I also…
Summer Berry Breakfast Parfaits
Summer is in full swing here in Oregon and I am soaking up every minute of it with my family. I honestly can’t think of a better place to be in the summer. Not only do we have unbelievable weather, but we also have an abundance of local berries available at our grocery stores, farmer’s…
Expert Spring Break Packing Tips for Your Family
Spring Break is right around the corner. Are you off on a family spring break adventure? Are you ready? Preparing for a family vacation can be stressful. But it doesn’t have to be! With a little advanced preparation and thought, packing for your trip can be stress free. For full transparency this post contains affiliate…
The Best Gifts For Moms
Shopping for my mom for Christmas, or for any gift really, has always been easy and FUN! Most importantly, I love thinking about what will make her happy and put a smile on her face. Even though I know the real answer to that (if you asked her), is just being with her and spending…
Free Holiday Printables To Help You Get Organized!
Organizing and planning for the holidays can seem like an overwhelming task. After I had my third child, my planning skills just seemed to fall apart. I’ve missed orthodontist appointments for my daughter, forgotten about meetings, failed to pick up kids for carpool, and after three months still can’t remember my oldest daughter’s weekly dance…
Slow Cooker Apple Cider Chicken Sandwiches
Fall came early to the Pacific NW this year. With that quick transition I was inspired to start cooking up my favorite fall recipes a little sooner than usual. Each new season brings so many delicious foods to enjoy. Pumpkins, apples, squash, and sweet potatoes are just a few of the fall staples that I…
Trader Joe’s Fall Family Favorites
There are so many things to love about fall. Pumpkin patches, apple farms, the crisp cool air, cozy sweaters, and the arrival of the Trader Joe’s Fall Fearless Flyer. So much goodness packed into 24 pages! For full transparency this post contains affiliate links, meaning, I may earn a small commission if you happen to…
September Routines For Busy Moms
Whoa September, slow down!! Anyone else out there feel like summer came and went in the blink of an eye? And that September has moved equally as fast? My kids didn’t start school until after Labor Day, but it already seems like we have been in school for months. Which means I should probably finish…
Greek Quinoa Salad
With warmer weather comes a craving for lighter meals. Longer days and sunnier skies also signal baseball season in our house, which means I need dinners that are quick and easy. This recipe checks both of those requirements off of my list. If I am being completely honest, quinoa isn’t a kid favorite in my…
Swing Into Spring With Old Navy
Happy Tuesday my friends! We are getting back into the swing of things around here now that spring break is over. Anyone else always feel a bit bittersweet about it ending? Ready to get back into a routine, but already missing the time spent with my family. We took it easy this year and visited…
