Sometimes the summer sun is sizzling hot, and no matter what we try to do, it seems like we cannot escape the grip of the scorching heat. When the weather gets like this, I like to head to the hills for relief. When my kids were little and we first moved to Morgan Hill, we …
A County Fair Picnic Party #BeThere
One of the activities that I love most about summer is my annual visit to the County Fair! This has been a looong time tradition. It is a tradition that includes carnival games, rides, a flower show, horse races, livestock viewing, contests, vendors, and food – sooo much food. Fairs everywhere are known for their …
Be Our Guest Welcome Bathroom Basket
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #FreeOfSulfates #CollectiveBias As you may have seen, I have just finished my home office/guest room makeover! OK, I am super closer to finishing 🙂 I do have a few lose ends that still need to be cleaned up. …
5 Ways to Say Yes to Summer #BeThere
I can hardly wait! The school year is wrapping up and the only thing that is helping me get through the stress of May is the thought of June and our upcoming summer vacation! My students are in the thick of the count down – June 14th is their last day. I am in the …
6 Tips for Meal Planning on a Budget
I was recently asked by a young adult that is working and living on her own, how could she stretch her food budget all while making healthy and delicious meals? Hmmm… I had a lot of ideas to share with her. Maybe too many, I think I overwhelmed her a bit 🙂 I decided to focus …
Dip Your Own Ice Cream Sandwich Treats
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SoHoppinGood #BlueBunny #CollectiveBias My ice cream lovin’ daughter’s birthday is today! Happy Birthday, Nicole! Last week I had to head to Walmart late at night to gather some craft supplies for my classroom, and Nicole decide to come …
Flowers 101 with Andrea Ancel in Time for Mother’s Day
Always stop to smell the flowers! Flowers, whether a huge bouquet or single stem, always bring a smile to my face. There is something special about flowers that make us swoon – I am sure it is the combination of the colors, the beauty and intricacy of nature, and the pleasing scents. We recently had …
Beauty and the Beast Coloring Sheets
I have never been a huge Disney princess fan, but there is something different abut Belle. Maybe because she is so not your typical princess, preferring books over boys and willing to befriend a beast, unafraid of adventure and ready to set out into the unknown. Belle is one Disney princess that I admire! And …
The ABCs of My Life
The ABCs of my life was a post I started over a year ago – just something to sit and write about as I reflect on who I am and what currently makes up my life. I hope you enjoy this read, and perhaps you will get to know me just a little bit more. …
New Guidelines to Prevent Peanut Allergies
I grew up on peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. I still love them today, and in fact last night for a late night snack I had half a peanut butter sandwich 🙂 Not only are they a nostalgic favorite – they are quick to make and with the right bread and peanut butter a healthy snack. …