Hey John Paul: You’re a Teenager!

Make that TWO teenagers in the house. That was fast. John Paul is officially 13 today and y’all know what that means. Cue the birthday letter. And this time, to my teenage son. For fun, I looked back at Will’s 13th letter and I had to smile. God love the internet. Now I know where…

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BUSTED! A Phineas and Ferb Birthday Party

BUSTED! Ready to party with Phineas and Ferb? Here, you'll find easy party activities, simple DIY decorations, sweet treats and fun party favors even Dr. Doofenschmirtz would approve.

Sing with me: There’s 104 days of summer vacation and school comes along just to end it. So the annual problem for our generation is finding a good way to spend it…” It’s entirely possible I loved this theme just as much as my 7yo. It might also be true that I’ve set the DVR…

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How Sweet 7 Is: Happy Birthday, Luke!

Master Luke is seven. Some days it feels like 77, ha! What a life it has been with him. Today, he gets his birthday letter. This one’s for you, big man. Dear Luke, Boy. You are full of energy. You’re opinionated and gregarious. Funny and smart. Wicked fast and full of adventure. You know no…

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An Art Party To Love: Clare Turns 9!

Does the sweet girl in your life love art? These easy, inexpensive ideas make for great additions at a studio or for an at-home party.

Like peas and carrots. That’s how Clare is with anything related to art. She’s known around our house for love notes and sweet kisses. When she asked if she could have an art party, I part jumped with glee and cringed. The thought of 9 girls, with paint, in my house kinda freaked me out.…

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A Peek Inside the Crazy

Remember when I did seven quick takes? I loved those, but life just hasn’t afforded me that kind of time lately. Back that up. It has afforded me time, I’ve just been choosing to do other things with it. I do feel like there’s a bit of catching up to do, however, and summer sure…

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