I even had Jeffy help me, which he loved because he got to use the drill on his own for the first time. I helped him with each hole he drilled, but he was able to hold it independently. I’m also glad that I had him help because I think it was important for him to go through the process of building it with me to learn about composting. The whole premise behind composting is creating less waste (which I’m into) and creating a soil/fertilizer for your own garden or yard (a bonus!).
Read moreHow To Make a Fairy Garden With Boston Children’s Museum
We filmed a quick 3 minute video detailing how we normally build our fairy gardens, in cooperation with Boston Children’s Museum. I feel so thankful and honored to work with them! Once you get your kid(s) started, they'll know how to do it on their own, allowing them to be creative and self entertained in the yard. The best part about it is that it brings you together for simple, enjoyable moments with your kids.
Read moreEasy Dinner: Deconstructed Chicken Pot Pie
This week’s easy dinner is brought to you by a can of Cambells’ Cream of Chicken I found in my pantry and box of corn bread mix.
Read moreDIY Wreath Making
Being that we live in New Hampshire, Georgie sourced hemlock and laurel from the woods. She literally cut it and put it into laundry baskets and pillowcases. She bought metal hoops from a local nursery and metal wire off of Amazon-- making this DIY project less than $10 per wreath! And we enjoyed a fun Friday evening together which was so fun.
Read moreAfternoon Delight
As I lay on the other side of the bed, an immense feeling of love and thankfulness permeates through me. I'm so glad I'm able to enjoy these quiet moments, with my toddler son dozing to sleep as my husband creates a thoughtful story, all while the baby growing inside me moves and kicks -- I never want to take any of it for granted.
Read moreEasy DIY Pumpkin Spice Latte
I’ve been trying to perfect making lattes at home, partially because they’re so expensive at coffee shops, but also because I can add whatever I want to make them healthier (coconut oil, anyone?). I save my daily latte for an afternoon treat, and usually make it when Jeff is napping. Last year I ventured into making pumpkin spice lattes at home and have whittled it down to this process. It’s not exactly like Starbucks, but without any sugar added (I use maple syrup instead) it’s a pretty decent healthy version—and it even has real pumpkin in it (unlike Starbucks!). Let me know if you have any substitutes or suggestions, I’m still working to perfect this recipe.
Read moreDIY: 4 Ingredient Kitchen Cleaner
Making my own cleaning products always appealed to me, but I got the final push the day I saw my toddler son actually lick the countertop on our kitchen island. All I could think about was what he might get in his system as my husband had recently purchased a Clorox cleaner, and I had used it! I tend to buy cleaner products such as 7th generation and method, but having vinegar and oils on hand already it seemed like the easier and more cost effective option. I buy big bottles of vinegar for under $2.50 at Aldi, which is far less expensive than natural cleaning sprays, and with far less ingredients.
Read moreEasy DIY PooPourri!
I'm not a fan of synthetically scented things, perfumes, candles and sprays like febreeze often give me headaches. So when I tried Poo Pourri I was not only impressed with it's natural ingredients but also it's efficacy in our sole bathroom. When I realized I already owned the esential oils in the original citrus scent Poo Pourri, I simply purchased small glass spray bottles and can refill on demand at a fraction of the cost!
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