The holidays are a time for celebrating, but they can also bring on some stress. Whether it’s holiday decorating to the best ways to prep ahead, we have you covered.
Reading to my kids is one of my favourite ways to spend my time. It's also a great way to get little kids excited for Christmas! These are some of the best Santa themed books for preschoolers to get them in the Christmas spirit. A great idea with your little ones...
I can't believe we're already half way though August! For most of us, that means it wont be long before fall hits and we embark on the 'holiday season'. It's usually a time of year for family, friends, and gatherings, but thanks to COVID-19, this year won't be the...
Don't want to do the traditional trick or treating for Halloween? That doesn't mean that kids can't still have fun celebrating the season! These trick or treating alternatives great activities for little kids who aren't ready to go out or kids of any age that can't...
Thanksgiving is more than just eating pumpkin pie or having a turkey dinner. It's important that we as parents help our kids realize the real meaning (and history) behind the holidays we celebrate so it's not lost on future generation. Here's some tips for teaching...
Why does it seem like big kids are always getting left out of Christmas traditions? Once kids are out of that 'Christmas magic' and 'Santa' phase, it's way too easy to stop focusing on them as much during the holidays. These Christmas tradition ideas for older kids...
Not only are we trying to apply everything we can to our financial goals this year, we're also trying to teach the children minimalism and intentional shopping. Even though we live in a big house we still have to keep clutter to a minimum or else we'll get overrun....
Anyone who knows me would understand why this is such a difficult topic for me to approach - I adore Christmas. Christmas is a feeling, a season, a time of year for giving, sharing, family, and warmth. Christmas is warm fireplaces. It's blankets and hot cocoa. It's...
When money is tight, especially when you’re trying to pay down debt or you’re staying home with kids it can be really challenging to be unable to give someone a gift. When that happens I like to gift time instead of money to friends and family. This is especially...
I might have overdone it last Christmas due to a little thing called overcompensation. The first Christmas after separating from my ex and the first (but sadly not last) Christmas eve I didn't spend with my kids. This year they wake up Christmas morning here and...
It's not secret that I love the thrift store. It seems to come up a lot in conversation "where did you get that", "how can you afford 5 kids", "what do you mean you bought 7 sweaters yesterday" you get the idea. As someone who's practically an expert, I'm going to...