This post was originally published on November 6, 2010.  It is one of my favorite stories from the archives.  Enjoy. Little Grace loves her pacifier. I love that she loves her pacifier! It sure has come in very handy, but now Grace is old enough that we can start to limit how often she has…
Crayola’s sidewalk chalk is the latest obsession in our house.  Note: Crayola has not sponsored me to write this.  However, if Crayola reads this, falls in love with me, and sends me a box full of goodies…  Well…  I won’t exactly turn it down.  😉  I have included Target affiliate links.  If you…
I avoid using character themed bedding for my kids, but my sister-in-law always buys themed bedding.  This post is all about the nitty-gritty of our different decisions. I avoid character themed bedding to save money. Children will outgrow their preferences before they wear out the sheets.  Kids can flip-flop between their latest obsessions constantly.  By using a generic bedding set I don’t…
Kristen’s beautiful son Cohen would have been 9 months old today. Â Instead he was born straight into the arms of Jesus when Kristen had a stillbirth at 38.5 weeks. I first told you about Cohen in my letter To Mothers with Empty Arms. Â Then Kristen shared with us what life was like 3 months later….
There are common ways to save money on a baby like only buying the essentials, buying used items, or borrowing from friends. However, my number one tip to save money on a baby is a lot less popular. The secret to tip to save money on a baby is… Don’t find out the gender ahead…
Have you heard of busy bags? Â They are a simple activity meant to entertain little ones and ideally it can be re-used again and again. My mom made several busy bags for Grace last spring and she needed some small containers for a few of them. Â In a moment of inspiration my mom decided to…