I know I’ve said this before, but I absolutely love Easter. This year was even better than I expected because this year I had TWO kiddos running around hunting eggs and looking adorable. Seriously, aren’t they just heart melting? This year was also fun because the Easter Bunny {aka, me} got to do some fun … Read more
Earlier this month, I got to realize a life-long dream of mine and create a Hallmark greeting card with a group of other Seattle bloggers. Not only did we have a great group of bloggers {including Rachel from And Then, She Snapped, Kerri from The Maven of Social Media, and Sarah from The Will to … Read more
One of the greatest things about childhood is the sense of wonder kids have for the world around them. Creating make believe kingdoms and lands far, far away is an important part of learning who we are and how we fit on this Earth, but it’s also the best way to watch their imaginations at … Read more
Open ended and imaginative play is paramount in our house. When shopping for toys we search out toys that inspire creativity and learning, and that search always leads us to Magic Cabin. I’ve talked before about my love affair with Magic Cabin’s wide assortment of toys that grow with your kids, and once again I’m … Read more
Every kid needs a robot, right? PlanToys thinks they do, which is why they have released the new PlanToys Build-A-Robot. This isn’t your typical one size fits all robot, this is a special friend that kids can build to their specifications, and with their own distinct personality. Like everything PlanToys, the wooden Build-A-Robot is quality … Read more
Why does it seem that food tastes better when it’s displayed on beautiful serving pieces? It can’t just be me that has noticed that the most gorgeous serving pieces are usually empty first or that the manner in which you serve food has a lot to do with how that food is perceived. I’ve experimented … Read more
Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide – Day 28 Nothing gets you in the spirit of Christmas quite like watching some holiday movies, whether it’s classics from your youth or new adaptations of well-loved stories. When I think of holiday classics, the first thing that comes to mind is the animated and stop-motion movies I grew up … Read more
Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide – Day 27 There are certain toys that every young child needs, regardless of gender. On the top of that list, of course, is a wooden train track. Maybe this is why wooden train sets still remain one of the most classic Christmas gifts of all time, and are sure to … Read more
Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide – Day 24 When I was young, my mother and I bonded over dolls. Whereas I liked reading, arts and crafts and cooking, my mother preferred dancing, music, and writing. However, we both liked dolls. I think this is a big part of the reason that every year when I was … Read more