I love everything about the month of December. Twinkling lights, frost on the window panes, Starbucks' Caramel Brulee Lattes, my family's traditions, and the list could go on for days - 31 to be exact.
This Christmas season has started off a bit differently...
Tis the season of unreasonable high parenting expectations.
I put pressure on myself all year to create the “perfect” magical childhood for my two young daughters. But once the air turns crisp and cool and the sunsets literally arrive when...
I live for traditions. To me, traditions are like visiting with an old friend - they are predictable, you can count on them, they bring a smile to your face, and they always give you something to look forward...
Happy first birthday, my sweet boy. Someday I'll tell you the story about how long we waited for you. Imagined you. Those last few weeks of my pregnancy seemed to just drag with anticipation. Were you a boy or...
There's a little pep talk that I give myself every morning around 2:30am when I have a 4 year old sleeping on top of me like an octopus and sucking her thumb like a starved pig attacking it's mother's...
Mason jars have become a very popular trend! From drinkware and decor to the perfect vessel for holiday gifts! If there was one thing I have massive amounts of, it's mason jars! In my past life (aka before kids)...
It’s here….the holiday season! My mom calls this time the “Christmas tsunami,” a force coming in so fast and furious that it’s hard not to get swept away. Even though I love the holidays (especially with kids!), I’ve outlined...
We’re parents. But we’re also humans. We have our good days, and our bad days. Our silly days, our grumpy days; and, as Moms…our moody, stay-outta-my-way days! Our kids have those days too. Days when the world they’re surrounded...
If you hang out with me long enough, you'll realize how much I love to cook. If you help me with my kids you know how much time I spend in grocery stores. I usually rave about using a slow-cooker...
The Holidays are my second favorite time of year. Sorry Santa, but I have a special place in my heart for ghosts, pumpkins and hayrides. It's a Fall thing, especially here in Connecticut where each season has purpose.
However, the Holidays...
In + Around Fairfield County
A Guide to Where to Brunch in Fairfield County
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, fresh fruit, and more. But let’s face it, most days, we...
