When my daughter was born on a snowy December night, I was overwhelmed with love. I remember cuddling with her as my husband and I listened to Christmas music. We found an ornament in the hospital gift shop with her name on it. We dined on a Christmas dinner that year that someone else prepared. Having a baby in December? It [Read More]
How to Throw a Cat-tastic Birthday Party
Want some ideas for your next cat-tastic birthday party? You’ve cat to be kitten me right meow (I couldn’t resist). While I’ve never ordained myself as a Pinterest-inspired, party plannin’ Super Mama, I have been around the block a time or two when it comes to birthday parties. Remember when I organized a whole birthday party [Read More]
Ode to the Mom Who Didn’t RSVP
‘Twas the night before my kid’s birthday party And all through the house, This mother was scurrying, Thinking you were a louse. The goody bags had been made With the utmost of care In hopes that 8 friends At the party would be there. But would there be 9? The question remained. You [Read More]
25 Great Places to Have a Children’s Birthday Party
Want to know 25 Great Places to Have a Children’s Birthday Party? You’ve come to the right place! That’s because with two kids, ages 9 and 12, I feel like we’ve run the gauntlet with children’s birthday parties in the last decade. You name it, we’ve attended it or hosted it. So if you’re looking [Read More]
The Best Birthday Party Game for Kids
Want to know what is the best birthday party game for kids? As a mom of two kids who love birthday parties, I’ve thrown my share of bashes. I’ve done home parties and “destination” parties and one constant remains: One game is hands-down the best birthday party game for kids. It’s simple. It’s free. There [Read More]
How to Throw a Rockin’ Birthday Party
Those of you who have been around a while know that I do NOT consider myself a Pinterest-inspired Supermom. So I’m surprising even myself with today’s post recapping Sydney’s 6th birthday party. I consider this post a service to the other parents out there who may be faced with planning a party around a ROCK. [Read More]
Deep Thoughts from an 8-Year-Old
On Monday, I shared my 5-year-old daughter’s deep thoughts. Today I’m happy (?!) to share my 8-year-old son’s deep thoughts. I’ve mentioned before that my son loves potty humor. Lately, he’s grown fond of blowing raspberries on his arm. Remember how cute it was to blow a raspberry on a baby’s belly? A 3rd grader [Read More]