This Christmas was so special for our family. The night before Christmas eve we went to Jordan's nana's house. She had prepared chicken salad sandwiches, vegetables, crackers and cheese, chips and dip, and desserts. I always love visiting her home. On Christmas eve we went to my mom's. She made roast, potatoes, carrots, rolls, green … Continue reading Five Christmases

On Saturday night we had our dress rehearsal and last run through of music, songs, and speaking parts before our Christmas program on Sunday evening. After practice, we had a birthday party for Jesus. There was pizza, cupcakes, punch, and birthday decorations. The program, Signs of Christmas, was phenomenal. Seeing my husband and our children … Continue reading Church Festivities

This week has been a busy one for us! Saturday morning was Kylan's Christmas party at the Jericho Temple. Unfortunately we couldn't make it this year due to inclement weather that morning, but it is always a very special occasion. All of the children in our area that attend Shriners Children's Hospital are invited to … Continue reading This Week

When you were young, did your parents get you an ornament each Christmas? My mom still has our ornaments from when we were growing up and hangs them on her tree every year. I am not the best at buying all three kids an ornament each year, but it is a tradition I hope to … Continue reading My Favorite Ornaments

Christmas is almost here, can you believe that?! Today I want to share a few of my favorite his and her gift ideas. My husband and I are coffee lovers and he also enjoys drinking hot tea, so we love coffee cups and put them to good use. Here are some of my favorites that … Continue reading His and Her Gift Ideas

Yesterday we had our first snow of the season. Snow before Christmas? I'll take it! My husband was at work and our boys were at school, but when I opened the front door and saw the bushes and trees with white tips, Klara let out a sqeal of excitement. It wasn't much, but it was … Continue reading Snow Day

Today for Friday Favorites, I am sharing one of my favorite parties yet-- a birthday party for my mother-in-law. On Sunday, September 10th, we hosted Jordan's mom's birthday party! There were 14 guests in our small house, 7 kids and 7 adults, and it was such a sweet time. It's not every day that you're … Continue reading Mema’s Birthday

When we first moved into our small rental home in 2013, we had just gotten married and only had two children. The boys had their own bedroom and although it's only 881 square feet, we managed to make it work. There were so many things that we fell in love with-- the big back yard, … Continue reading Home Facelift

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, y'all! The tree is up, some presents are wrapped, Christmas music is on the radio, and everything just feels so magical this time of year. Today I want to share some of my favorite holiday decor with you. Bottle brush trees I am very particular when it … Continue reading Favorite Holiday Decor