On Track This summer I feel like I've lost my way a bit. I've been tired, stressed, and can't seem to find the motivation to get anything done until the last minute. Our schedule has been all over the place, and I really feel like I need to get back on track. I'm just not good without a solid routine. First, I've had a pretty good case of writer's block, if you hadn't … [Read more...]
Late Summer: Making the Most of our Time
Late Summer With terrible, cold weather in Wisconsin and an awful sickness hitting our household, it hasn't been feeling like much of a vacation around here. It feels like we've hit late summer, and hardly accomplished anything. So, how do you make up for lost time? Simple. Squeeze as much fun into the last half of summer as we can! Late summer is definitely better … [Read more...]
Goldfish Swim School: Lessons and Fun
*We received lessons and a pool party in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. Goldfish Swim School Swimming is such an important skill. Not only is it a safety tool, but it is a great way for kids to have fun and get exercise at the same time. When I heard about Goldfish Swim School opening in our area, I was really excited to check it out. All three of … [Read more...]
Christmas Countdown: Grateful during the Madness
Christmas Countdown The Christmas countdown has begun, and it's not been too pretty around here. It's like the boys know they are supposed to behave, so they go completely the opposite way. I think they are actually challenging me to put some coal in their stockings this year! I'm not sure if it's just me, or has the Christmas countdown felt like it's been in warp speed … [Read more...]
Top Ten from the year 2015
A look back at the year 2015 The year 2015 really went by in a blur. We had a lot of fun, a lot of challenges, and so many new things. Since it's the last day of the year 2015, I wanted to share our top ten moments. Some are family moments, some are blog moments, a lot are kid moments, and some are me moments. A lot are a series of moments that make up one memory, but you get … [Read more...]