I often feel misunderstood when it comes to gift giving, especially around the holidays. I know that I bring this upon myself and that it isn’t possible for everyone to see my point of view…but have a new way of explaining it that may be helpful! Here are the questions that often come up this […]
DIY Family Photo Ideas on Your Phone (Tips & Poses from a Professional Photographer!)
This year we wanted to try something new: Taking our Family Christmas Photo on our phone. With the awesome cameras that our phone’s have now, we knew it had to be possible! So we invited our friend Chris Knorr, a professional photographer over to give us his best tips and tricks for DIY family photos. […]
Our 6 FAVORITE Christmas Minute to Win it Games (All with Dollar Store items!)
During the Christmas season, we’ve been trying to focus a little bit less on gifts and more on just having fun and enjoying quality time together with our friends and family. So we have tested out these Minute To Win It games with our family and we give these we give these 6 games our […]
How to Create a Holiday Budget (when YOU’RE BROKE!!) & Save MONEY!
No one wants to talk about money (or lack thereof!) this time of year, but budgeting for Christmas and the Holidays is important!! One of my favorite lines to save more money during the holiday season is, “We just need to take a break this year.” It implies that it’s not over – it’s not […]
5 Things It’s Important to Declutter BEFORE Christmas (& tips to do it QUICKLY!!)
With the holiday season quickly approaching, I know what you’re thinking – I don’t have any extra time to declutter right now! You might be thinking, Check back with me in January when I have a little more time, now is not the right time! And normally I would probably agree with you. But. There […]
FREE Printable Santa Sack Letter with Explanation!
I know Santa Sacks have been used in MANY different ways, but I love this idea of using the Santa Sack to have your kids declutter toys before Christmas! HOW IT WORKS: Santa leaves a sack or pillowcase or bag– anything will work!– under the tree with the free printable explanation letter. Your children are instructed […]