Happy Forja Fileye And Other Quadisms…

Although there are fewer “Quadisms” than there used to be, they still continue to crack us up.  Perhaps they are even more hilarious because they have the confidence of a five year old that they are absolutely right. {Parents are always wrong – go figure!}  Yesterday, Henry was convinced that the holiday was called “Forja …

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The Timeless “My Daddy Is Better” Argument

The boys stood at the fence in the near 100 degree weather and cheered their Daddy on as if their lives depended on it. “Go Daddy! Go Daddy! Go Daddy!”  was chanted with all their might along with the sing-song “Go Daddy, Go Daddy, Go Daddy, Go!” When he stopped mid-game to acknowledge them with …

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Homemade Triple Berry No-Cook Ice Cream

Happy {Almost} Weekend, Beautiful People! You are in for a TREAT today! Yesterday I made this yummy homemade berry ice cream, and I couldn’t keep it to myself – ice cream is much better shared, right? So let’s get down to business.  You have an ice cream maker? Yes?  If not, go get yourself one.  …

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Contigo® No-Spill Mug Giveaway

I’ve had my share of horrendous spills in my life as a mom of four young boys.  Just this week it was a 1/2 a box of cereal and four cups of milk, which splashed all over my counters, cabinets, and floors, when a football landed in the middle of it.  You know that “No …

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Budget? What Budget?

  Before the kids were born, Jen and I worked hard to live our lives on a budget. We were literally on a budget each month where we documented where every cent was going. It was something Jen introduced to me in our first few weeks of marriage, and it paid off both financially and …

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How to Maximize Short Family Getaways

As much as we all love vacation time, sometimes a full blown family vacation isn’t feasible. Obstacles get in the way – finances, work schedules, kids’ school schedules, etc. With Brad and I both being self-employed, we no longer have the luxury of paid vacation days (although I think the trade off is well worth …

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Best Outdoor Toys for Summer Fun

The warm days of summer are here and best to be enjoyed outdoors in the sand, sun, shade, or pool! Here Are 8 of Our Favorite Outdoor Toys for Summertime Fun: 1. Foam Water Blaster – So much better than water guns, and great for the pool or a hot day in the yard! (We …

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To The Real Life Superhero in Our Lives

Thank you. I couldn’t ask for a better father to these boys. {And a special thank you to our own fathers. We honor and love you in a way that words cannot express. }

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