The Joys of Boys

 I have four boys and while they love holidays, it can be a challenge to find them something fun that they will like for Valentine’s Day.  I’ve searched long and hard and made up a list of...

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We all know that raising boys comes with its own set of adventures and challenges, and one of the greatest gifts we can give them is a rock-solid foundation of self-assurance. In this blog post, ...

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If there is one thing I want more than anything, it is a good relationship with my sons. As my kids get older, there are some things I’m doing now to build that rock-solid relationship with my ...

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They say “don’t blink”. I don’t know who “they” are, but I’m starting to understand what they are saying. Each day I blink and then my baby is suddenly 10! Or I blink and another ki...

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I have always enjoyed stuffing Easter baskets full of goodies for my boys. To help you get those Easter baskets full this year, I have put together a list of Easter basket ideas for boys. From LE...

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If your children love to build with LEGO, they will love this 30 Day LEGO Challenge sheet! Just print it out and your kids will love the challenge that each day brings. 30 Day LEGO Challenge Toda...

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We love getting crafty on Valentine’s day and my boys are getting pretty good at designing their own Valentine boxes for school.  Here are some of our favorite Valentine Boxes for boys. Valent...

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With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, save yourself a trip to the store (and some $$) and check out these 25 Printable Valentines for Boys. 25 Printable Valentines for Boys If your boy...

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Planning to go camping with kids can either bring excitement …or complete dread! Let’s face it, camping with kids is not always a walk in the park! And my four boys are always asking if we ca...

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Looking for a simple summer craft for kids? This toilet paper roll bird feeder is the perfect craft to make while out enjoying the great outdoors. Toilet Paper Roll Bird Feeder Some of my greate...

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I can’t even begin to count how many times people have asked me how to potty train a boy. When I tell them how easy it was to potty train my boys, they want to know all of my “secrets.” Ho...

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Camping can be a blast but it has its drawbacks such as…no pizza. There are ways of getting your pizza fix while camping. Of course, you could always bring some with you but where’s the fun i...

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Can you believe that Easter is coming already??  Since we have been spending a lot of time at home, I have been trying to find things to occupy my boys so I don’t lose my mind, and easy LEGO c...

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I know how frustrating it can be when it is 5pm and you realize it’s time to eat! The last thing I want to think about after a busy day is what I’m going to make for dinner! If your life has ...

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 Valentine’s Day is on the way and if your boys are like mine, they may not like all the lovey-dovey things that come with Valentine’s Day.  I’ve searched high and low and here are 40 Val...

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My boys are always on the lookout for the perfect Valentines to give their friends at school. Valentine’s day is a fun time for kids to give and receive Valentines and I prefer to look for uniq...

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 It’s that time of year again.  We reflect on the year past and resolve to do things differently in the year to come.  This year, why not try some of these Resolutions That Every Mom Should ...

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Let’s be honest for a second. Finding fun, unique gifts for boys can be hard! Especially as they get older. If you are looking for a gift for boys, this is the place for you! I have found over ...

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I’ve never met an old fashioned dessert recipe that I didn’t love. Most were baked from scratch and were all delicious in my mind! Today we are sharing 20+ of the BEST Old Fashioned Dessert R...

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Boys can totally enjoy crafting! Let us prove it to you with today’s selection of fun crafts boys will love. We came up with many crafting ideas featuring their favorite characters for pretend ...

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We love Halloween!!  With Halloween already upon us, we need to start planning our Halloween breakfast this year. I don’t have a lot of holiday traditions with my kids, but I do love to make�...

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How fun are these Mummy pizzas?  Mummy pizzas have become a Halloween family tradition that my boys can’t live without. Mummy Pizza Welcome to October, the spookiest month of the year.  We a...

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Do you feel that?  Fall is in the air! Before we know it, the streets around us will be filled with ghosts, witches, mummies and all sorts of spooky characters. Halloween is one of my very favor...

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Halloween is fast approaching and Halloween time is my favorite time of year for making fun treats with my kids. These Spider Web Pretzels will be fun to give out at a Halloween party or just to ...

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Back-to-school time can be a time of a lot of excitement but also a lot of nerves! These tips to calm back-to-school jitters will help your child get excited for the first day! Calm Back-to-Schoo...

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The day finally came and I wasn’t ready.  My oldest “graduated” from 5th Grade and will be moved on to Middle School.  Middle school!  Those awkward, confusing, trying-to-find-out-who-...

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! If your kids are heading back to school soon, make this fun Back to School Breakfast to celebrate.   Back to School Breakfast: Easy Pencil Waffles I...

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One of our very favorite things about summer is being able to cook outside over the fire. This Campfire Chicken Parmesan recipe is a yummy spin on traditional tin foil dinners. It’s so tasty an...

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This Eye-Spy Nature Scavenger Hunt will add some excitement to your next family hike or camping trip. Nature Scavenger Hunt In my opinion, there are few things better than being high up in the m...

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I’m one of those lucky moms who gets to live with superheroes roaming my halls. I never have to feel nervous with Captain America or Superman around. If you are also a lucky mom of superheroes,...

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Do you ever feel like you can’t get your son to do ANYTHING unless you yell? Every mom has moments of complete exhaustion where it seems as though no one can hear her unless she turns into a sc...

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When I got married, my grandma threw me a bridal shower and had every guest bring a favorite recipe for me to add to a recipe box so that I would have a few tried-and-true recipes as I started my...

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Do you ever feel like an invisible mom? As though the things you do and the efforts you make as a mother go unnoticed?  Today I share my experiences as well as a beautiful message from Nicole Jo...

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Aargh!!! This date is one of my favorites so far! Get your little buckaneer ready for a whole bunch of fun, including treasure hunting for a surprise. This packet includes a fun treasure hunt, ho...

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Holidays are big around here and with Spring comes Easter and with Easter comes Easter Eggs.  Today I am sharing 20+ Fun Ways to Decorate Easter Eggs. Fun Ways to Decorate Easter Eggs My boys lo...

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You’re never too old for an Easter basket!  We have made the perfect list of Easter basket ideas for teen boys to help you fill those baskets in no time at all…. with stuff teen boys will su...

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My house is full of superheroes! At any given moment I can have Superman, Spiderman or a number of other superheroes roaming my halls. This month’s mother/son date ideas are all about bringing ...

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If you don’t live in a snowy place and your kids are feeling envious of the snow or it’s just too darn cold to go outside, make your own homemade snow!  It’s simple, fun and will provide h...

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Road trip season is coming and my family is planning to travel a lot!  We have made several trips across the country and back with our kids.  Are we crazy??  I think we might be.  In preparat...

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I’m one of those lucky people who lives in a house of superheroes!  I can find Iron Man, Superman, Spider-Man or a mix of them, roaming my halls at any given moment.  If you have superheroes ...

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Love is in the air! February is the month of love and these Valentine Date ideas keep the love going all month long. Download these Valentine Mother/Son Mini-Dates and show your son how much you ...

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Are your kids required to bring a Valentine Box to school to collect Valentines in? We have had a lot of fun over the years making different Valentine boxes, but I know it can be hard to come up ...

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Football season is upon us and these Football Foods are perfect for watching the big game. 25 Football Foods Perfect for Game Day I’ll be honest, my husband and I rarely watched football befor...

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Depending on where you live, January can be a LONG month! The snow, cold and short days make the days go by sooo slowly! So if you are stuck inside, get your hands dirty with these fun concoction...

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If you have kids, there is a good chance you have LEGO. And if you have LEGO, then there is a good chance that you have become frustrated with how to organize all of the pieces and store them whe...

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I had NO idea that such little people could accumulate so much stuff!  Every time I start decluttering my house, I get overwhelmed with my kids’ junk!  This Printable Declutter Checklist will...

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Every year our family loves to make snowflakes together. We are always on the look out for some snowflakes that are better than the average snowflakes we would normally make.  These Star Wars ...

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Looking at Christmas lights as a family is one of our favorite Christmas traditions.  This printable Christmas light scavenger hunt adds to the fun as kids search high and low for everything on...

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Help Santa choose the perfect gifts with these stocking stuffers for toddler boys. Toddlers are the perfect age to dig into a fully stuffed stocking. Filing your toddler boy’s stocking with som...

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These Winter Wonderland activities are such a fun way to bond with your son during the month of December. This month’s activities let you play in the “snow”, make some fun jingle bell craft...

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Here it is! The ultimate gift guide for boys! With over 100 ideas, shopping for the boys on your list will be the easiest yet. After scouring all of the fantastic choices, these are my favorites....

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Today, I’m sharing one of my favorite parts about Christmas: Cookies! And, not just any cookies, but easy Snowman Cookies. I can’t imagine having Christmas without making sugar cookies and t...

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I found some fun stocking stuffers for boys that you have to see. Stuffing those stockings should be easy this year, thanks to this list. All of these stocking stuffer ideas should put a smile on...

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I know you are planning out your Thanksgiving Dinner, but what about Thanksgiving breakfast?  These Turkey Pancakes are a fun and healthy Thanksgiving breakfast that your kids will love. Turkey ...

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November is one of my very favorite months. I love that we have a month with a holiday devoted to slowing down and just being grateful for family and friends and the many other things we enjoy. T...

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I know that this time of year kids start getting their Santa lists together and start thinking about the things they want, so I love that these Activities and Crafts that Teach Gratitude actually...

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Who doesn’t love Star Wars? To say my kids love Star Wars is an understatement. They love it so much, we created these Star Wars Window Clings. How to Make Star Wars Window Clings Star Wars has...

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October is the perfect time to let the Mad Scientist in you come out. This month’s activities are all about having some fun together with simple science experiments. From growing a monster, to ...

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Football season is one of the best times of year to bond with your son. The weather has cooled off and there are many fun activities you can do with your son outside. This month’s activities ar...

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Motherhood is one of those jobs that you can never be fully prepared for. You can read every parenting book out there, take every prenatal class available to you, and still, when your first baby ...

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Let’s face it…Boys LOVE LEGO!  My boys could build with LEGOs for hours and hours.  This month, have some LEGO fun with your son.  Here are some fun activities, crafts and even a recipe th...

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Raise your hand if your kids LOVE Star Wars! Mine do. Naturally, I’m raising four boys so they all love Star Wars with a passion. There have been many birthdays in which Star Wars has been requ...

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Back to school time is coming!!  Can you believe it!  My boys are on the look out for the perfect school supplies and have helped me come up with a list of 50 Backpacks for Boys that they think...

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Camping is my favorite! I love being able to get away from reality for a bit and spend some time in nature. It’s a nice, calming break from my typically chaotic life! Sometimes, we can’t pack...

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The point of the challenge isn’t to be a “perfect” mom (by the way, they don’t exist). The point of this challenge is to take small steps each day toward building a strong relationship wi...

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​I hope you had SO much fun getting your hands dirty in the last challenge! So I’m dying to hear what you did to get your hands dirty today while you bonded with your son.  Hop over to the F...

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I hope you had SO much fun in the kitchen with your son!   Today it is time to get your hands dirty! My boys have always loved all things messy, sticky or slimy. So today’s challenge is to do ...

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I hope you were able to share some positive words with your son during our last challenge. Keep sharing those little notes, texts or affirmations as often as possible. For today’s challenge, le...

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Welcome to the 5 Day Bond With Your Son Challenge!   I’m Kara, a mom to FOUR boys! Life at our house is always an adventure.   When I found out I was having my 4th son, I heard all sorts of n...

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Welcome to day 1 of the Bond with Your Son Challenge!   Today you will focus on building your son up by focusing on the words you say. Our sons are faced with negative voices everywhere they tur...

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June is the perfect month to get outside and bond with your son and then make some cool treats to cool off. Every month you will receive new mini-date ideas. Print them all out, add them to a bin...

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GIVEAWAY CLOSED It’s always fun for me to give away some fun things, especially when I know those things will make people happy and feel good. I’m so excited to be partnering with Megan from ...

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Reading opens up a completely different world to our kids. I have always taught my kids to read at home and when I heard there was a way to teach kids to read in 4 weeks, I knew I wanted to give ...

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Give the #boymom in your life the perfect gift with one of these super fun Gift Ideas Moms of Boys will absolutely LOVE. Super-Fun Gift Ideas Moms of Boys will Absolutely LOVE Nearly 15 years ago...

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Today I’m  partnering with Websafety to share some social media safety tips that every parent should be aware of. Social Media Safety Tips Last night my husband and I attended an eye-opening s...

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Do you ever get tired of trying to get your boys to open up and tell you about their day? Or do you wonder, like most good moms of boys I know, if they are learning the type of communication skil...

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These Star Wars Marshmallow Pops are SO fun!  I am loving the Yoda! Make Star Wars Marshmallows, you must! The post How to Make Star Wars Marshmallow Pops appeared first on The Joys of Boys...

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All moms experience worry and concern at times, but what if those normal worries get hard to handle? Anxiety is something that many, many moms experience but that we don’t always talk about. In...

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If you have a teenage boy, you know that getting them to read might be a bit of a challenge. Or…in some cases like that of my tween, they might read books faster than you can keep up with. Ever...

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How much of the day do your boys spend fighting? It’s nerve wracking isn’t it? You just want them to learn how to talk through their disagreements and not just fight. Sibling rivalry is REAL,...

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Spring break is coming!  Some people may be excited for the break and some may be wondering what we will do to entertain the kids all week.  If you don’t have any big plans, here are some�...

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If you are planning a Disney vacation, then you know that it can get overwhelming.  This printable Disney Vacation Planner will help to take the stress out of your trip so you can just enjoy th...

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I’m so excited to be giving away one of our t-shirts. You can choose between Queen Raising Kings or Queen Raising a King if you only have one little guy. These shirts come in 5 different colors...

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Who says you can only show love to your kids or family at Valentine’s Day? Let your kids know how cool you think they are all year round with these printable lunch box notes kids will love! Pri...

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Building a strong relationship with our children is so important.  Here are 10 ways to bond with your son that will help you stay close as he gets older. 10 Ways to Bond With Your Son It has be...

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This post is sponsored by Walmart. All opinions are my own. We’ve all been there. We think we’ve got this parenting thing all under control and for a brief moment we have a lapse of judgement...

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Football season is here and even though my boys don’t play football, they follow their favorite teams very closely. And with the big game coming up soon, I thought I would create a little bit o...

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Football season is upon us and whether you are into football or not, you know that people everywhere are gearing up for the big games of their favorite teams.  Easy Football Games are a fun part...

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Football playoff season is here, and that means families everywhere are getting together with friends and gathering around the big screen to cheer on their favorite team and to eat some yummy foo...

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This has been a strange winter for us. We just moved to the state that claims to have “The Greatest Snow on Earth” and yet we have had barely any snow. So instead of making snowmen outside, w...

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This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Vicks Humidifiers. The opinions and text are all mine. Sniffles…coughs…sneezing! It must be cold and flu season. There are few thin...

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I spent the morning hanging out with a bunch of adorable Kindergarten kids at their class Christmas party. As I was preparing a game for them, I was searching for some free Christmas printables k...

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Raising children is a huge responsibility. Our children bring us so much joy, but can also cause us so much confusion as we try to navigate through the many different emotions that they experienc...

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I’ve been an all-boy mom now for over 14 years and now that my youngest son is going on 6 years old, it is very clear to me and should be pretty clear to those who know me, that 4 kids was and ...

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This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Radio Flyer. The opinions and text are all mine. When my oldest son turned one, my grandma gave him a Radio Flyer wagon. Since that tim...

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I have so many fond memories of counting down the days until Christmas as a child. This is a great list of Christmas advent calendars kids will love! Each will build so much anticipation until th...

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It’s my favorite time of the year!  Thanksgiving week is here in the US which means we get to gather our family and friends around us, eat yummy food and express gratitude for all of the wonde...

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Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. Family, fun, food….stress? As much as we might love it, there always seems to be a bit of stress involved. Will the turkey be done on time? Will the...

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Printable Thanksgiving games are the most wonderful way to keep kids entertained and for you to keep your sanity while Thanksgiving dinner cooks. And Thanksgiving Charades is fun for the entire f...

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My husband and I recently celebrated 17 years of marriage! That doesn’t seem possible. And in those 17 years we have brought 4 amazing boys into our family. Those boys keep us busy! It can be v...

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This post is sponsored by Antsy Pants. All opinions are my own.  If you have a child, then Antsy Pants Build and Play vehicle kits are a must for your playroom! Antsy Pants Build and Play Vehicl...

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These ghost treat bags are a fun and inexpensive goodie bag to have at your next Halloween party. And a simple Halloween craft kids will love to make. Ghost Treat Bags If you are like I am, you p...

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My baby started Kindergarten.  I’m not sure how that is possible since he was born last week, but as I watched him get on the school bus, I realized it was really happening. That first day was...

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I woke up to my alarm yesterday morning the same way I do every morning. I opened my phone to see a Facebook post from a family member, who is in law enforcement, saying that he was safe but that...

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This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Chuck E. Cheese’s. The opinions and text are all mine. The past 2 months have been really heavy for my kids. Moving. New Schools. New...

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When you are living with 4 boys, you get used to having some really strange requests for their birthday. Halloween has always been my favorite time to make fun food creations with my boys so when...

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This printable Halloween Charades game will be a hit of your next Halloween party and would be perfect for a school class Halloween party.   Halloween Charades My youngest boys have been obsessi...

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  “This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Greenlight, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #GreenPMG  http://my-disclosur.es/OBss...

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The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free.  We live in an online world and even if we don’t like...

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If you are a mom of boys, you know that raising boys isn’t for the weak! Those little mud-makers push us to the brink of insanity, yet we wouldn’t change being their mom for the world! I love...

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School is in session and sending my kids with the same lunch everyday is a bit boring (for them and me!). This mini ham and cheese waffle sandwich recipe is a great alternative to your typical ...

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If you have kids, there is a good chance that you have LEGO!  And if you have LEGO, then there is a good chance that you have stepped on those LEGO pieces from time to time.  Save your feet, an...

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There is excitement in the air at my house!  Today is Force Friday and products for Star Wars: The Last Jedi are being released.  We got a sneak peak of The Last Jedi LEGO sets and I have been...

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I’m excited to share a quick giveaway with my Utah followers.  This Labor Day weekend, we are heading to the beautiful town of Midway, Utah to experience the Soldier Hollow Sheepdog Championsh...

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The teenage years are fun, difficult, and a bit scary for our sons, but here are a few things we can do to set them up with the confidence they need to find success throughout their life. 7 Ways ...

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“Mom, I’m hungry!!!”  With four boys in my house, I hear that constantly!  It gets hard to come up with different options for what to feed my growing boys.  Lunchtime is especially hard...

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Take a break from Smores and try these Campfire Cinnamon Twists for your next camping dessert. Campfire Cinnamon Twists There are few things that my boys love more than camping! They would live o...

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Where did the summer go? Pretty soon we’ll be swapping out our lazy summer days, for hectic school mornings.  With the first day of school looming in the near distance, parents everywhere are ...

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Today I’m sharing 25 must-have, super-cool Back to School supplies for Boys.  The summer is going too fast and soon school will be back in session so check out these really cool finds that you...

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This post may contain affiliate links. Summer break is in full swing and we are always looking for ideas to stay busy and cool inside while the temperature soars in the desert around us.  If yo...

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As a mom of four boys, the most common questions I get is “how did you potty train them?” Potty training is hard, but someone has to do it. Here is a guide to everything you’ve ever wanted ...

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Raging hormones, mood swings, and don’t hug me or kiss me in public all tell you to stay clear of your teenage son. Though it may seem like your teenage son doesn’t need you, but the teenage ...

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When you’re a mom of boys, they mean everything to you. However, no mom of boys can get off easy. It takes a lot of time and energy to raise boys. I’m sure every mom of boys that is reading t...

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This year my boys have decided to take a home lunch every day to school.  They like to fill their lunch box with their favorite snacks and I like to sneak in a fun note here and there to let the...

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Teething is the worst!  Baby is miserable. Mommy just wants to help (and get some sleep) but it can be hard to know what to do.  Here are some baby teething remedies that actually work. Baby Te...

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Cupcakes!!  These are adorable. Who doesn’t love a fun cupcake? I had fun putting together this list of easy cupcake recipes kids will love. Easy Cupcake Recipes Kids Will Love 1. Easy Puppy ...

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Who else loves a little “me” time? As a mom of four boys, having time away from the chaos is so essential. I used to hide in my closet or linger a little extra in the car when I’d been to ...

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If you have kids, you have probably had to deal with  massive amounts of school papers and endless artwork piling up on your kitchen counter. Do you keep it or trash it? Is it something your chi...

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Whether you have multiple sons or one son, finding time to spend alone with them is hard.  I love these tips for spending one-on-one time with your son! Tips for Spending One-on-One Time with Y...

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There are so many simple ways that we can make our kids feel special on the holidays. These Valentine’s Day breakfast ideas for kids would be a huge hit! Valentine’s Day Breakfast Ideas for K...

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Whining is the worst! However, if you have kids, you will have to listen to whining from time to time. While it’s never fun, it’s just part of the role of parenting. Although I have raised fo...

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Let’s just put this out there, Motherhood is EXHAUSTING! Whether your are a mom to one or 10, there are always days where we have given so much that our energy and drive is completely gone. The...

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We have fun coming up with different Valentine boxes for my boys each year and this R2D2 Valentine box is one of my favorites so far! R2D2 Valentine Box My boys are still on a Star Wars kick so I...

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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and that means moms everywhere will be scrambling to find just the right Valentines for their kids to pass out to friends. My boys don’t like sharing...

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Reading bedtime stories has always been a part of our nightly routine.  Even when my boys were tiny we would take time to look at picture books and now that they are older, they love books! My y...

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If you have kids, you have probably been asked to provide a treat for a bake sale. And it’s quite possible that your kids told you about it last minute and you had to hurry and figure out somet...

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If you are looking for a fun and simple Valentine, print out these Star Wars Valentines and make this simple light saber treat. Star Wars Valentines I’ve mentioned before that it can be hard to...

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The day I became a mom was one of the happiest (and most terrifying) days of my life.  That sweet little boy grew up before my eyes and was followed by a baby brother…and then another…and th...

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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! (How did THAT happen??)  Do you know what type of Valentines your kids will be giving this year? My boys have a love/hate relationship with Valentin...

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It’s cold outside!  This Star Wars Hot Chocolate is just the thing to make while snuggling under a blanket and watching your favorite Star Wars episode. Star Wars Hot Chocolate We just returne...

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This post was sponsored by Johnson & Johnson as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Christmastime is a wonderful time to teach...

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If you’ve followed The Joys of Boys for a while you know that we love finding and sharing amazing snowflake ideas and these Harry Potter Snowflakes are incredible! Harry Potter Snowflakes We’...

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The holidays are the perfect time to create some really fun and festive food.  These Gingerbread Oreo Cookie People turned out so cute!  They are perfect for school class parties, or just as a ...

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With the holidays quickly approaching, I am sure you are scrambling to find just the right gift for your child.  I always find so much joy in holiday shopping because I can do it right from the ...

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Christmas is coming! Is anyone as excited as I am? Christmas is my favorite time of year. I love the sights, sounds and smells.  And more importantly, I love the time spent with family and frien...

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If you are looking for a fun Christmas morning breakfast idea, these Snowman pancakes will be a hit with your kids.  These are really easy to throw together because we all know that we don’t n...

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Sigh..teen boys are SO hard to buy for!! I’m always scratching my head trying to figure out what to give my older boys for gifts.  I enjoy making gifts and if you do too, you will love this li...

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One thing that I struggle with as a mom is figuring out how to juggle all of the different types of activities that my family is involved in each week.  I always thought the baby years would be...

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Finding stocking stuffers for teen boys is going to be a breeze this year guys! I have found some incredible choices. All of these stocking stuffer ideas will satisfy any teen boy on your list, e...

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I recently found some really incredibly cool toys for boys that I just had to share with you. These recommendations come straight from boys themselves, which makes these gift options fail proof! ...

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We love making yummy treats for Thanksgiving and these Acorn Donuts were super easy to make and fun to eat! Acorn Donuts We love getting together with family over the holidays.  We love the enjo...

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The Force is always strong at our house!  Star Wars gifts are some of my boy’s favorites. There are tons of options for Star Wars fans! Some of my favorite gifts made our list of top Star W...

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I love that Thanksgiving is a holiday that doesn’t require gifts and extra things.  It is simply a time to reflect on and be grateful for the things that we have.  These Gratitude Pumpkins ar...

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I have always had a love for creating homemade gifts for my boys.  Now that I have four boys, I can say that I don’t do it nearly as much as I would live to, but if you are looking for some fu...

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Are you a mom of all boys?  What is the craziest thing someone has said to you? See if you can get BINGO with our Mom of ALL Boys BINGO card below. Mom of ALL Boys BINGO I remember when I found ...

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One year for Christmas, Santa brought my older boys a foldable/storable LEGO table and it has had constant use since then.  But, the saying, “Two’s company, three’s a crowd” tends to ap...

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I can’t believe that I am now the mom of a teenager! Shopping for boys gets incredibly hard as they get older. Family members keep asking me what he wants for birthdays or Christmas and I have...

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I am always on the lookout for fun products that my kids can use to create things.  Did you know that you can buy Eraser clay? I had no idea! You can use eraser clay to make any sort of eraser y...

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This post is sponsored by Kronos. All opinions are my own. I just can’t believe that I am now officially a mom of a teenager!  I can’t possibly be THAT old, right? Now I have a son who is in...

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Halloween is a time for making spooky food and we love making fun pancake creations.  These Frankenstein pancakes will be a huge hit with any kid. Not too scary, and tons of fun to eat! Frankens...

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Halloween is such a fun time. My boys have always loved dressing up. Now that they are getting bigger, they also like to help with their costumes. They’ve been looking for some awesome Hallowe...

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The day has come and soon ghosts, witches and skeletons will be haunting our neighborhoods.  If you are planning Halloween parties or need a little something fun for the kids to help hold them o...

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Fun and Spooky Halloween food is my favorite!! Each year my boys and I create some Halloween food creations and these Vampire Cookies are so fun to make for the entire family. Vampire Cookies Fal...

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There are always exciting things going on in Las Vegas, and this week the LEGO® Americana Roadshow rolled into town at Fashion Show. My boys couldn’t have been more excited! LEGO® Americana...

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Sometimes a certain recipe just reminds you of home.  For me, it’s my great-grandma’s Old-Fashioned Gumdrop Bars. Old-Fashioned Gumdrop Bars From what I hear, my great-grandmother was a wond...

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Did you know that September 19th is National Talk Like a Pirate Day?  I don’t know who came up with that day but I can guarantee that we’ll be having a lot of fun with it at our house.  We...

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These Make Ahead Breakfast Recipes are a life-saver for the non-morning person, who is forced to be up in the morning. lol!  Do you fall into that category?  And if you have kids, these make th...

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Have you ever wished you could go back in time and experience life on the frontier?  A visit to This is the Place Heritage Park in Salt Lake City is like taking a step in a time machine and yo...

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Are you looking for a unique gift for a kid in your life? What about the kid that loves LEGO? Check out these unique LEGO gift ideas for kids. Your kids will go APE over these gifts, I love them ...

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This post was sponsored by Orajel™. All opinions and text are my own. Shortly after my boys were born, I started reading them bedtime stories.  Some might think that reading a newborn bedtim...

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We recently had the opportunity to visit Salt Lake City and we were excited to visit some of the area’s attractions.  I asked around for the must-see places to visit in Salt Lake City with ki...

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year (at least according to most moms!) Kids are either back in school or heading back soon.  If you have a child who dreams of being a Jedi, these Star Wa...

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This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of M&M’S World. All opinions are 100% mine. If you have plans to visit Las Vegas anytime soon, a stop at M&M’S World Stores is a must. Whet...

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‘Tis the season for camping and fires. Of course, campfires go great all year round but there’s just something wonderful about gathering around a fire at the end of a long summer day and rela...

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Things were great at school, until one day things changed. In the middle of 2nd grade, my straight-A, brilliant little boy started begging me not to send him to school. Begging, pleading, crying...

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My boys love, love, love to save their money.  It kind of makes me laugh to see them counting their dollars and coins and keeping them stashed away in a safe place.  This LEGO bank is the perfe...

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Back t0 school time is quickly approaching!  And I am very excited to share this great resource with you.  If you have little ones in your care this Back to School Early Years Bundle has some a...

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The Star Wars characters are all pretty amazing and when your son asks for a Star Wars cake for his birthday, you might panic a bit and wonder how you can pull it off.  But if this Ewok Cake was...

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“This post was sponsored by NEW! Tide purclean as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central.  One of the hardest things about raising boys is figuring out how to keep their clothe...

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I am a Fox Home Entertainment Insider and received a copy of Shrek to review.  All opinions are my own.  Can you believe that it has been 15 years since Shrek the ogre, and the loveable loudmou...

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This puppy birthday cake was perfect for my son’s puppy-themed birthday. Puppy Birthday Cake Post contains affiliate links When my youngest turned 4, he insisted on having a puppy birthday part...

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I’m bored!!  How many times have you heard that already this summer? These outdoor summer activities for kids will help to keep boredom at bay. Outdoor Summer Activities for Kids There are day...

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If you are making plans to travel this summer, National Geographic has put out some road trip books kids will love and learn from as you travel. Road Trip Books Kids Will Love We are preparing to...

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These Patriotic Crafts for Kids are so much fun!  Can you believe that the 4th of July is this week?!?!  Where has the summer gone?  This fun roundup of Patriotic Crafts, will keep your kids...

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These 4th of July Waffles were a hit! These were originally shared as a part of our Summer Survival for Moms of Boys series.  I love making fun holiday-inspired breakfasts and this was worth a...

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Teach your children about the different professions that make our world go round through the American Worker Series from our sponsor Kronos. Have you ever asked your children where their food or ...

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Your baby’s first birthday is a day some start planning from the day they are born.  So many changes take place in the first year of your child’s life and and you want to celebrate the littl...

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We’ve all heard stories about kids who refuse to shower or bathe, or if they do shower, they don’t use soap!  The struggle is real!  If there is one thing I know about boys, it is that they...

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Gone are the days where you have to wrap up an ugly tie and give it to dad. Say hello to 2016 and the year that you can get dad something awesome. This is for all of the women out there who want ...

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There’s nothing more fun than trying to cook everything on a stick or over a fire. Ditch the bun and have some fun making this hot dog on a stick on your next camping trip! Hot Dog on a Stick: ...

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Father’s Day is coming and you may be trying to decide what to have your kids give to their dad.  My boys love making things, but I am often completely out of ideas.  There are a lot of diffe...

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I am a member of the Mom it Forward Blogger Network.  This  post is sponsored by H2oGo!.  All opinions are my own.  Things are heating up around here!!  After a relatively cool spring, tempe...

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With four boys, I know how hard it can be to find not only stylish clothes, but also clothes that last for more than one kid (We love hand-me-downs!). When it comes to summer time, we love to b...

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I have boys.  Lots of boys, which means we have a lot of dirty clothes.  And unfortunately, a lot of the time those clothes get stained while my boys are out adventuring.  When my boys walk in...

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Father’s Day is just around the corner and most of us are planning away at making it the perfect day for the dad we adore. Breakfast is one of those things that needs to be planned. Surprise th...

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When my son was turning 10, I knew I wanted to do something special for his birthday cake.  You only turn double-digits once and I wanted his cake to be memorable.  But, when he told me that he...

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This post is sponsored by Speakaboos.  All opinions are my own. When I was young my grandma would give us books for every birthday and Christmas and on several occasions in between.  She contin...

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My boys have always loved making cards and little gifts for us on Mother’s and Father’s Day.  Now that I almost have a teenager, I’m realizing that the homemade cards might be coming less ...

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My boys would go camping every single weekend if they were able to.  They love being in the outdoors.  As fun as camping can be, it can also be a lot of work for mom! (Or the person planning th...

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We have a lot of fun in the kitchen creating different fun recipes with pancakes.  My youngest asked for a Puppy birthday this year so I wanted to surprise him with a fun breakfast.  I think th...

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What kid doesn’t love lightsabers and popsicles?  When you put them together it makes the perfect combination.  These Lightsaber Popsicles will transform any little kid into a Jedi Master an...

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Once you have a mobile baby, everything changes for you.  Things that seemed very innocent, are suddenly hazards to your child as they beging to explore the world.  You can read my list of 25 B...

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When it comes to our curious babies we can never be too cautious. These 25 Baby Proofing hazards may be things that you have forgotten. 25 Baby Proofing Tips I still remember the day that it happ...

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We have always loved Disney, so when I was given the chance to host a Disney Preschool Play Date for my preschooler and his friends, I was super excited!  We received a big box of goodies from ...

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Road trip season is coming and if you are preparing to hit the open road with your family, you will need to bring along some entertainment like these printable travel Bingo cards.  You can proba...

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I’ve been a mom for what feels like a long time now.  It’s hard to look back at the time when my first son was born and even remember what that time was like.  I know I was completely cluel...

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I started reading to my children as soon as they were born.  We would look at colorful books with animals, shapes and textures, and reading time before bed has always been a fun bonding time for...

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Summer is coming and one of my favorite things to do at the beginning of summer is head to the dollar store and stock up on pool noodles. We don’t even have  a pool, but we can always find fun...

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I have a confession to make: Dinnertime is always a struggle for me!  I’ve been getting tired of the few tried-and-true recipes that I have for busy nights and I went looking for quick and eas...

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Do you ever feel as though toys are taking over your house?  Having a home full of boys means my house can be in complete chaos in the toy department. Honestly, it’s one of the hardest things ...

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“This post was sponsored by Nintendo as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central.  I received complimentary products to facilitate my review.” This time of year is so busy for ...

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After having four boys, I’ve learned to accept the fact that this life will be crazy…and…awesome…and a bit more crazy. Raising boys can be an incredible experience and one thing that I�...

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Here comes Peter Cottontail!  It just wouldn’t be a holiday for us without some sort of fun pancakes and these Easter Bunny Pancakes are so yummy!    We have made fun pancakes for nearly eve...

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Each of my boys has gone through a dinosaur stage, where they either play with dinosaurs, have to watch dinosaur shows or share thousands of dinosaur facts per day.  We are a dino-loving house!...

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Can you believe that it is already Easter time??   We have a tradition of making up fun and easy holiday breakfasts and last year we made fun Easter Bunny pancakes.  This year I decided to make...

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My boys are fortunate to have an amazing dad. I can’t begin to imagine how tough it would be to be a mom who is raising boys by herself.  If there’s one thing a mom wants for her boy, it is...

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I am a Fox Home Entertainment insider and received a digital copy of Ice Age: The Great Egg-scapade to facilitate this post.  All opinions are 100% my own.  Spring Break is here and this year, ...

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What could be more fun than food designed after our favorite Superheroes? These Superhero food ideas are sure impress your youngest superhero fan. 25 Superhero Food Ideas (post contains affiliate...

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As a mom, the task of raising sons can be a bit overwhelming.  It seems as though there are so many things to teach boys before they are grown. My boys are very different than I was as a child a...

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My boys are a little rough on clothing (understatment!), but I do love to get them dressed up for church on Sundays and with Easter coming up I wanted to share a list of adorable (I mean…cool, ...

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Those who know my boys know that a couple of my boys were obsessed with stuffed puppies when they were little.  They like real dogs from a distance but they LOVED the stuffed variety.  This ha...

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I am a Fox Home Entertainment Insider and received The Peanuts Movie Limited Edition Gift Set to facilitate this post.  All thoughts are 100% my own.  When I was young, there wasn’t anything...

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Every new mom faces the challenge of sifting through aisle after aisle of baby products and wondering just which ones she should get.  Nobody wants to waste money on baby products that you don�...

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Easter time for my kids involves finding candy, playing with cousins and Grandma’s epic Easter Egg hunt!  I also love to add a little bit of whimsy to our Easter breakfast and these Easter ...

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We love our annual family Easter egg hunt.  I love getting together with family and my boys love that Grandma spoils them rotten with prizes for the eggs that they find.  Every year we are left...

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Do you ever wish you could go back in time and give yourself advice?  If I could go back in time, here is the advice I would give to  myself as a first-time mom and 30 things all new moms need ...

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If you are a mom or soon-to-be mom, I know you’ve experienced baby product overload.  Every company has the latest and greatest new product and you may find yourself in a heap of tears as you ...

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Do you ever find yourself in need of a last minute treat?  If you love Rice Krispie treats, you will love these easy Fruity Rainbow Crispy Treats.  These are a fun spin on traditional Rice Kri...

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I love crafts that are not only fun, but educational.  This Fill Your Pot of Gold activity  is something fun that the kids can make AND play! Kid will learn about counting money as they fill ...

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If you are on a mission to find the perfect homemade brownie recipe (and who isn’t??), look no further!  These Marshmallow Brownies will make you never want to buy a box of brownie mix again. ...

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Need a book character costume in a pinch?  This Thing 1 Hat is the perfect solution! Thing 1 Hat: Easy Dr. Seuss Costume Dr Seuss’ birthday is coming up on March 2nd and that means “Dress L...

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If you are raising boys, you know that they are full of surprises.  I’ve asked moms of boys from all across the globe to answer the question, “You Might Be Raising a Boy if…”  and gathe...

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The Star Wars craze continues at our house. (I don’t think it could ever end with my boys!)  If you have a Star Wars fan in your house, they will love these BB-8 Pancakes. BB-8 Pancakes : Star...

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Placenta Accreta is a serious pregnancy complication that most people have never heard of.  After experiencing Placenta Accreta with my 4th baby, I feel the need to educate other moms to trust t...

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 Star Wars is such a huge hit right now! Your kids will love putting together this really cute Yoda puppet. This is our new favorite Star Wars craft! Yoda Puppet Yoda is a favorite of most Star ...

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When I think of some of the things that my boys love, LEGO is towards the top of the list.  These LEGO Valentines are perfect for the LEGO fan in your life. LEGO Valentines I am always looking f...

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Duct Tape crafts are seriously the coolest!  If there is one craft supply we go through quickly at our house it is Duct Tape.  My boys use it for everything and this summer they are spending ho...

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As I have mentioned in other posts, it can be difficult to find “boy-approved” Valentines that my boys are okay with passing out in class.  These Avengers Valentines can be printed from home...

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Can you feel it?  Love is in the air.  Or so they say. 😉  And that means it is time to start thinking about what we will do for the people that we love on Valentine’s Day.  The kids at m...

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Every night after I  wrestle the last of my 4 boys into bed, my house is strangely quiet.  It is always a stark contrast to just a few minutes before, when my house was  filled with laughte...

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Do you want to know how to make my boys very happy? Combine their two favorite things: LEGO® and superheroes and make them available for different age groups.  I was thrilled to see that LEGO h...

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As parents, we would do everything possible to keep our children safe.  I know I spent hours baby-proofing my house when my children were first learning to crawl. But if you are like me, you pr...

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Did you hear the news?  Kung Fu Panda 3 is getting ready to hit the big screen and my boys couldn’t be more excited.  In anticipation of its release, we have been re-watching Kung Fu Panda 1 ...

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It’s a new year and that means it’s time for me to look back on the previous year and see what our most popular posts were.  I’m always curious to see what readers like you enjoy the mos...

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These Star Wars recipes are so creative!  I enjoy sharing creative ideas from some of my favorite bloggers and I knew with the release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, that there would be some...

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Star Wars: The Force Awakens, is pretty much the only thing my boys are talking about right now.  To say they are excited to see it is a complete understatement.  I know a lot of people are thr...

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If you have children, there is a good chance you have experienced what I call the “Why Phase” when they want to know anything and everything about the world around them.  I have always encou...

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This past weekend my son was begging for us to go to The Good Dinosaur.  I hadn’t heard much about it but we love Disney Pixar so we decided to go.  I was so surprised by how much I loved thi...

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These Snowman Ornaments are the perfect addition to our snowman Christmas tree. Snowman Ornaments When we first got married, I only owned a few ornaments and most of them were snowmen, so my sno...

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As a parent of 4 boys, I understand that boys can be balls of energy and that energy, if not contained, can become quite destructive.  So what is the best remedy for helping them to use up all o...

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Every year I make a promise to myself that NEXT year Christmastime will be different.  NEXT year at Christmas I won’t over-schedule myself or leave things until last minute.  NEXT year I will...

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One of my very favorite things to do at Christmas time is snuggle up on the couch with my boys and watch our favorite Christmas movies.  We have a handful of movies that we tend to watch over an...

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If you are looking for a fun and unique Christmas gift this season, give the gift of a National Geographic Kids magazine subscription.  It’s the gift that keeps on giving!  My oldest was giv...

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I have 4 boys and my boys love their electronics.  But, I definitely don’t want them playing games or watching shows all day long.  One of the things I am always on the look out for is Tech-F...

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This Easy Jingle Bells Craft is fun for even the smallest crafter.  They will love making music with their jingle bells! Easy Jingle Bells Craft My boys are in complete Christmas mode right now...

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If you are struggling with what type of gift to give to your older boys, I feel your pain!  Now that I have tween boys, the gift-giving has gotten a lot harder. But I think I have found a soluti...

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If you are a Star Wars fan, these Star Wars Christmas Supplies are a must for your holiday decorating this year. Star Wars Christmas Gifts and Decorations Post contains affiliate links With S...

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Even though we don’t get any snow where we live, my boys love making it “snow” in their bedrooms by hanging up dozens of paper snowflakes.  I love how creative they get with their creation...

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One of my favorite parts of Christmas is watching some of our favorite Christmas movies with my family.  And we love ABC Family’s 25 Days of Christmas television lineup. ABC Family’s 25 Days...

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Is it really the end of November?  Thanksgiving day preparations are being made at our house and that includes ways to entertain the kids while we prepare Thanksgiving dinner.  Grab some crayon...

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This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #InsideOutEmotions #CollectiveBias My family had the opportunity to see a screening of I...

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I received a BrickSwag subscription box to review.  All opinions are my own.  Do you have a LEGO fan in your home?  This week only receive 20% off your subscription to BrickSwag. My boys love ...

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“This post was sponsored by Hasbro as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. I received a complimentary product to facilitate my review.” When the Pie Face Game arrived in t...

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Playmation is the next step in the evolution of play, where “digital gets physical and imagination becomes real”. This system uses smart technology in their wearables for kids and empowers th...

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This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Orajel™ Kids. Teaching children to brush properly is a challenge that most parents face. Whether your child is teething, learning to brush or...

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Everywhere you turn, people are talking about Star Wars.  These Star Wars Crafts are definitely out of this world! 25 Stellar Star Wars Crafts Post contains affiliate links. With the upcoming re...

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The holidays are the perfect time to start family traditions.  When I was young, one of my favorite family traditions was making Glazed Donuts using biscuits. Fast and Easy Glazed Donuts Spendin...

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One of the things I have learned from raising 4 boys is that each child comes into this world as a completely unique person with their own personality and interests.  But, I have found that th...

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It is Halloween and soon children everywhere will dress up and head outside in hopes of getting treats and not tricks.  But, you never know what types of creatures you will find, and just in cas...

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Today’s youth face many challenges that were unheard of when I was young. Social life is now focused online and the risks of Cyberbullying are everywhere.  There are some things we can do to k...

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I’ll be honest.  I was SO sceptical when I came across this simple way to remove stains from a mattress.  Unfortunately my “sleep-walking/peeing” toddler made it so I needed to go out sea...

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Boys tend to love gaming, but is playing video games affecting their motivation and social skills?  Here are some guidelines for appropriate use of video games. Boys and Video Games We live in...

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Halloween is in the air and what “looks” more like Halloween than Eyeball foods?  These spooktacular Halloween recipes will make your Halloween party one to remember.  Do you feel like you...

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Getting my boys to do their chores can be a chore in itself, but these Printable Chore Charts have helped us keep on top of their responsibilities. Printable Chore Charts I know very few kids wh...

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One or our responsibilities as parents is to raise our children to be responsible, successful adults. Part of that responsibility is teaching our kids how to do household chores.  I’ve thought...

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If there is one thing my boys struggle with the most at school, it is handwriting!  When it comes to handwriting, some kids get it and some kids don’t. If your child is having some trouble un...

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I’m pretty positive that we have all experienced some sort of fighting or contention in our homes at one time or another.  If not, please tell me your secret!  I recently wrote about ways we...

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Do you ever get the feeling that someone is watching you?  You will when you make these Eyeball Pancakes for your Halloween breakfast. Eyeball Pancakes Fun holiday food does not have to be diff...

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If you have more than one child, then you understand that sibling rivalry can be a huge frustration and challenge. From the moment your second (or third, fourth, etc) child is born, sibling rival...

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Let’s be honest for a minute.  If you are raising boys, you know about “boy funk” – that nasty odor that emanates from your boys the second they leave the shower (or so it seems.) If m...

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Raising energetic boys is exhausting, but these tips can help you keep your sanity and direct their energy into something that won’t destroy your house. Raising Energetic Boys Oh, this is a top...

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I enjoy making holiday crafts with my kids but the holidays can be so busy and chaotic.  This Jack ‘O Lantern Craft  is a fun Halloween craft that your kids will enjoy.   Jack ‘O Lantern�...

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We have a lot of mouths to brush in my house and these tips to get kids to brush their teeth have helped make teeth brushing less of a struggle. Tips to Get Kids to Brush Their Teeth Getting kids...

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My boys love helping me plan meals and cook.  They are excited to try new recipes and love learning new ways of doing things.   Here are a few tips to get boys excited about learning how to coo...

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My youngest boys have a little bit of an obsession right now: Transformers!  And can you blame them?  There are so many Transformers that even little boys can play with.  Since my boys are so�...

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Bedwetting is normal in kids but it can be frustrating and even embarrassing.  Here are 10 Tips To Help You Deal with Bedwetting. 10Tips To Help You Deal With Bedwetting As I’ve mentioned in t...

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I have boys.  Boys smell.  A LOT!  But there are a few things we can do to help get rid of stinky feet and shoes.   How to Get Rid of Stinky Feet and Shoes The one thing that has been surpris...

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It seems to never fail.  I buy new clothes for my boys and they come home from school with grass or dirt stains.  The term “boys will be boys” definitely applies to how my boys treat their ...

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As soon as I became a mom of a boys, I started hearing people talk about how much food they will eat when they get older.  The majority of our monthly budget goes to food!  It can really add up...

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If you have boys, you know about the “Boy Smell” that can be found in your bathroom, even when freshly cleaned.  Here are some solutions that have worked for me to get rid of the “boy sm...

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From the giggle of children munching donuts off a bouncing string, to the cheers of children as their team wins a game, Halloween is a fun time to celebrate with friends! Shared below are 25 Hal...

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Over the years of raising four boys, we have acquired quite a bit of toys.  Here are some of my toy storage solutions as well as some great ideas from some of my favorite bloggers.   Toy Stora...

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If you are beginning to potty train your little one, these tips for potty training boys will hopefully help make the process go more smoothly as your child starts the journey of becoming diaper ...

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We talk a lot about potty training boys and cleaning up after they make messes while potty training, but today I want to talk about preparing your bathroom for potty training boys.  Preparing ...

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We often think that girls are the only ones concerned about having the “perfect” body but, as a mom of boys, I am realizing there are a lot of things we need to be saying about boys and body ...

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This is a sponsored post.  I received LISTERINE Brand products from Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc. as part of my participation in this project.  All thoughts and opinions expressed in this po...

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Just like reading scores, writing test scores indicate that boys have fallen far behind girls across the all grades. What can we do to get boys excited about writing? Tips to Encourage Boys to...

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Do your boys struggle with reading?  If so, you are not alone. It’s a fact that boys don’t read as much as girls. This reading gender gap is affecting boys’ performance in high school and...

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October is Bullying Prevention Awareness month, and while I feel we should talk about bullying every month, I am glad for the extra attention it is getting.  As a mom of 4 boys, I feel it is i...

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It’s nice to know that we aren’t alone as we try to survive parenthood.  Here are some Top-Rated Books on How to Raise Boys that will help you weather the toughest parenting storms. Top-Rate...

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These Zombie Eyeballs are a quick Halloween treat that can be made in just minutes. Zombie Eyeballs: Quick Halloween Treat I know how crazy the holiday season can get with our kids and last minut...

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With information available at our fingertips, what can we be doing to protect our sons from pornography? How to Protect Our Sons from Pornography As a mom of all boys, one of the things I worry a...

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We live in an increasingly negative world and our boys are being bombarded with negative influences every where they look.  But even through the negativity, there are things we can do to raise c...

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Is it possible in today’s society to teach your son to be a gentleman?  Yes, definitely! How to Teach Your Son to Be a Gentleman You’ve heard the saying “Boys will Be Boys”.  In my expe...

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Eyeball Cake Balls and Fizzy Potion make for a fun Halloween treat combination.  I think an Eyeball-themed Halloween party is in order! Eyeball Cake Balls and Fizzy Soda It’s one of my most fa...

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I am very excited to be bringing you 31 Days of Tips for Raising Boys. 31 Days of Tips for Raising Boys I have always said that raising boys is not for the weak!  For the Month of October I will...

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If there is one thing that I love about the holidays it is making fun food with my kids and Halloween food is definitely our favorite. Today I am sharing 40 Frighteningly Fun Halloween Food idea...

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This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MARVELSnackBar #CollectiveBias Any type of change or new situation can cause children to...

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We love science around here and this Foaming Dragon Science Experiment was fun to do over and over again. Foaming Dragon Science Experiment Science experiments are one of my boys’ favorite thin...

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If you love holiday crafting with your kids, but don’t have a lot of time, this Spider Craft can be made in 5 minutes or less. Spider Craft Halloween is coming!   My boys love decorating and...

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This Halloween Word Search will add some spooky fun to your next Halloween party! Halloween Word Search It is starting to feel like Fall outside and the stores are full of candy corn, costumes an...

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Thank you QVC for sponsoring this post. While this was a sponsored opportunity from QVC, all content and opinions expressed here are my own. Back to School time can be an expensive time for a lot...

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I love everything pumpkin flavored and these Pumpkin Spice Donuts are the perfect treat to welcome Fall this year. Pumpkin Spice Donuts Fall has always been my favorite time of year.  When we mo...

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If you are like me, you probably have thousands of pictures saved across computers, memory cards and on your phone.  Some of the best pictures come from the most unexpected moments, yet too ofte...

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We love visiting the beautiful National Parks in our area and I am so excited to see that the National Parks Foundation is offering a free National Parks pass to all 4th graders and their familie...

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Do your kids love photography?  Here are 7 Photography Tips for Kids who love taking pictures. Photography Tips for Kids I had the wonderful opportunity to be a part of an interview with Nation...

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For our last weekend before school started we had the chance to visit the DISCOVERY Children’s Museum in Las Vegas.  I received tickets to visit the museum and the traveling exhibit Dinosaurs:...

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Start your engines!  These racecar cupcakes are perfect for a racecar birthday party or as a Pinewood Derby Treat. Racecar Cupcakes Every year our church has an activity where anyone can design...

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These Funny Photo Bookmarks have to be one of my most favorite crafts we have ever made.  We made these for our boys’ grandpa for Father’s Day and they were a huge hit.   Funny Photo Bookma...

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Our house is buzzing with the anticipation of going back to school in a few days.  My boys had fun making and doing this Back to School Word Search in preparation for their big day. Back to Sc...

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If you are a parent, then you have probably heard the dreaded words, “I’m BORED!” at some point in your life.  Well, help is on the way!  I am thrilled to team up with National Geographic...

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This summer has been HOT and we have enjoyed cooling off by making homemade slushies. How to Make a Slushie It is still miserably hot here in the desert, and since we can’t spend much time out...

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The first week back to school around here is always filled with excitement, expectations and a little bit of uncertainty and anxiety so we have a tradition of sending my boys off with a fun back...

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These Lunch Box Jokes will give your kids a chuckle as they eat their lunch at school and make their first day back a little more fun and less scary. Lunch Box Jokes It’s back to school time an...

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DISCOVERY Children’s Museum at Symphony Park in downtown Las Vegas is one of our favorite places to visit as a family.  It provides the perfect setting for children and families to learn somet...

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We love to get the kids together and play games for family game night and these Trivia Games are fun for the entire family. Trivia Games Your Family Will Love I am on a personal mission to take ...

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July is almost over but I couldn’t help but do a Christmas in July Giveaway!  We’ll call it a Christmas in July/August giveaway. 😉 Christmas in July Giveaway As a blogger ambassador for H...

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We love science around here and I’m so excited to share a fun summer camp that your kids can do from home.  My kids are starting to be bored as summer is now winding down, but I’m getting th...

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Minions are the main topic of conversation at our house right now and these Minion Pancakes were a huge hit! Minion Pancakes (Post contains affiliate links) Ever since Despicable Me first came o...

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In the past year we have completed three cross-country flights with our kids and flying with kids is not easy!  I thought I would share some tips for flying with kids and how to keep kids ...

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We love making fun things out of pool noodles and these Pool Noodle Poppers were the perfect camping craft. Pool Noodle Poppers In the summer, we love to go camping and sometimes finding things t...

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I’m joining some of my favorite bloggers to celebrate the happiest place on earth.  Disneyland turns 60 years old this year and we are celebrating by bringing you Disneyland 60 Years in 60 Day...

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If the 4th of July is one of your favorite holidays, like it is mine, this red, white and blue bread makes a fun and easy 4th of July breakfast or brunch. Red, White and Blue Bread: Easy 4th...

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Shark Week is coming and this Jello Shark Snack is the perfect snack to enjoy while learning all about sharks. We love Discovery Channel’s Shark Week! Basically Shark Week is an entire week of ...

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It seems like summer goes by so fast!  Father’s Day is already here and these Lawn Mower Cupcakes are the perfect Father’s Day dessert. Lawn Mower Cupcakes – Father’s Day Dessert My boys...

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A Superhero Party for Kids doesn’t have to be stressful.  These Superhero party ideas will make it so simple for you. Superhero Party My son asked for a Superhero party for his 7th birthday an...

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This Superhero Word Search is a great way to fill time at a Superhero party or any day the kids need an activity to keep them entertained. And who doesn’t love Superheroes? Superhero Word Searc...

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These Disney Apps are a must-have if your family loves Disney. Disney Apps For Your Family We recently returned from Walt Disney World and knowing that we had a long flight ahead of us, I downloa...

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It’s a bird, It’s a Plane, It’s a Superman Cake! Superman Cake I knew that eventually one of my boys would ask for a Superhero birthday party and the year finally came.  My son just turned...

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Are you heading camping anytime soon?  Here are 15 Camping Activities and Games Your Kids Will Love. You can never have too many camping activities for the kids! Camping Activities for Kids Summ...

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After our recent trip to Disney World I discovered some key differences between Disneyland and Disney World.  Here is my side-by-side comparison of Disneyland vs. Disney World. Disneyland vs Dis...

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Summertime is coming and that means travel. Do you love visiting National Parks?  Here are 10 Tips for Visiting Zion National Park with Kids. 10 Tips for Visiting Zion National Park with Kids �...

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Welcome to the Magic Castle Bounce House Giveaway Sponsored by Blast Zone Hosted by Kathy’s Savings Can you feel it?  Summer is coming!  With school winding down, we will all be scrambling fo...

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In a house of all boys it’s safe to say that we have a few Superhero fans.  Today I’m sharing 10 Superhero toys that your kids will love. 10 Superhero Toys Your Kids Will Love Superhero ...

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This past week my family and I had the opportunity to attend the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration and experience more magic and “pixie dust” than we ever though possible.  I have had a l...

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These easy Minecraft Cupcakes were a simple and fun addition to my son’s Minecraft birthday party. Minecraft Cupcakes We celebrated my son’s birthday with week with Minecraft Cupcakes.  If y...

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I am currently raising toddler #4 and I know how difficult it can be to get a toddler to eat. They are too busy exploring the world to want to sit still for a snack or healthy meal. Today I’m s...

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If you have plans to go camping with kids, make sure you have some camping activities on hand.  Camping games are a fun and easy way to entertain kids if and when they need a little bit of enter...

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My husband and I both grew up on a farm and spent a lot of time outside on the farm or in the garden and we wanted our boys to have those same types of experiences.  We don’t live on a farm,...

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I’m not sure where the time went, but suddenly I am the parent of Tweens and everyday we face a new set of challenges that I haven’t faced before.  As my boys get older and more independant,...

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If you have a Disney vacation planned for the near future, this Disney Countdown Chain is the perfect way to help your kids countdown those long days until your Disney vacation begins. Disney Cou...

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Excitement is in the air as we prepare for our first trip to Disney World for the Disney Social Media Moms Conference and my boys are having fun counting down the days until we go.   I love this...

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I love Disney and I love surprises so when I was invited to take my family to the Disney Social Media Moms conference in Disney World, I knew that I wanted to surprise my kids when the time was c...

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We are so excited about the digital release of Disney’s new movie Paddington.  We love that bear and all of his sticky adventures.  Paddington would be the perfect movie for a sleepover with...

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This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser.  All opinions are mine alone. #BiteHungerBack #CollectiveBias I had heard rumors about it, but I didn’t fully unders...

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If you are a mom of boys like I am, then you know how hard it is to find cute clothes for boys!  You can go to the store and see a sea of frilly, and adorable clothes for little girls and the li...

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If your kids love decorating Easter Eggs, they will love making these Tie Dye Easter Eggs.  We loved making these as much as we did making our Dinosaur Eggs.  Both are a fun deviation from trad...

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With Easter coming up we wanted to create a new fun and east Easter Breakfast.  My boys had the idea to make Build Your Own Easter Egg Pancakes.  They had a blast decorating and eating their o...

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These Dinosaur Eggs are a fun variation to common Easter Egg decorating.  Plus they would make a fun addition to a Dinosaur party. Easter time is here and my boys are really excited for next wee...

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Once children learn to read, the entire world changes.  Books can take them on far off adventures and open their minds to new and exciting things.  But, how do you help your child to enjoy read...

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If you saw our Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Birthday Party post last week then you know that my boys love those turtles.  I have searched the web looking for some of the coolest Teenage Mutant N...

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It’s St Patrick’s Day!  Did you wear green?  We love making holiday breakfasts and this Easy St Patrick’s Day Breakfast was so fun for my boys.  Who do you know who would love lucky 4-Le...

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I’m so excited to share these easy Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Birthday Party Ideas with you today.  I love putting on fun birthday parties for my boys, but I have found that you can do fun t...

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Today I am excited to have Chelsea from Mommy’s Nook here sharing some ideas on how to comfort a crying baby.  It has been a few years now since I had a newborn but I know a lot of my readers ...

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If you are a parent you know that Big Hero Six is all the rage right now.  These Baymax pancakes were SO easy to make and made my boys’ day. Baymax Pancakes: Easy Big Hero 6 Breakfast Post con...

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“I received party supplies in order to host a Disney Side @Home Celebration.  All opinions are my own. Post includes affiliate links” We were thrilled to find out that we had been invited to...

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Did you know that Ivory soap floats?  Yes it does!  And it is perfect to use to make boats.   These Ivory soap boats will have kids begging to take a bath. Ivory Soap Boats I can still remembe...

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“Is it possible to be a successful blogger?”  “Do you actually make money blogging?”  “Can anyone be a blogger?” “Can you help me start a blog?” I don’t normally talk “blogg...

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If you have kids, then it’s safe to say that you have toys.  These DIY Toy Storage Containers are a fun way to keep all of those toys organized and stored away. DIY Toy Storage Containers Hav...

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I love that everywhere you look in Disneyland you are surrounded by little princesses hoping to meet their favorite Disney royalty.  But, if your boys are like mine, the castle, tiaras, dresses ...

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It’s Valentine’s Day which means we had to have some fun Valentine Pancakes.  We love our Easy Valentine’s Breakfast that we have had in past years but this year we switched it up with the...

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All children worry about things at one time or another.  Today I wanted to share my favorite books for kids who worry. Books for Kids Who Worry This post contains affiliate links. I think it is...

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It seems like everywhere you look right now you see things with mustaches.  I have no idea where or how mustaches became popular but we had to get in on the fun with these awesome Mustache Valen...

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Last week we hosted a fun Disney Imagicademy party complete with Disney games and food.  One of those games was “Which Disney Character Am I?” where we took turns figuring out which Disney c...

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This past week while some people were making plans for Super Bowl parties, we were having much more fun hosting a  Disney Imagicademy party to share Disney’s new app Mickey’s Magical Math W...

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We love showing our “Disneyside” around here and Mickey has always been my favorite Disney character.  These Mickey Mouse Crispy Treats would be the hit of any Disney party. Mickey Mouse Cri...

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This past week our family traveled to Southern California for a reunion at Disneyland and while we were there I wanted to check out fun places to eat in the area that are outside of the theme par...

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With 4 boys in the house you can probably imagine that I have some pretty awesome blanket fort builders.  In fact, in 16 Things Moms of Boys Know, I mention that to our boys, blanket forts are t...

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One of our favorite snacks is popcorn and growing up my mom would make the yummiest, gooiest, non-sticky Marshmallow Caramel Popcorn.  I am not a fan of hard or crunchy caramel popcorn.  I like...

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I’m sure you are familiar with Rice Krispie Treats, but did you know you can use that same recipe, or variations of it, to make all sorts of yummy marshmallow crispy treats?  These Chocolate ...

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This week marks an end of a season of motherhood for me. My baby turns three!  When my youngest son was born, I knew that he would be the last baby to enter our family, but I wasn’t prepared ...

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Valentine’s Day is less than a month away and if your school allows, it is now time to start figuring out what you will make for your kid’s Valentine’s Day Box.  This Crocodile Valentine B...

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With the release of the new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie, the Turtles are everywhere and in my house of boys, we were bound to have at least one TMNT fan. My 6-year-old loves Ninja Turtles ...

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I love surprising my boys on Valentine’s Day.  Last year I made these fun Love Bug Valentines, which were a very easy Valentine’s Day treat, and left them by their bedroom door for them to f...

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Football season is here and with the Super Bowl coming up in a few weeks, why not make these fun Football Pancakes with the football fan in your life.  This easy breakfast will have your kids ch...

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A few months ago our family had the opportunity to visit Universal Studios and Island of Adventures in Orlando as a part of the Family Forward blogger family retreat.  We had an amazing time a...

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Every year I love to go into my Analytics and see what the most popular posts of the year were.  I love this because I am sometimes surprised at what comes up and this year was mainly different ...

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Football season is upon us and with that come tailgating! Do you love to spend time tailgating with your family? Today I’m sharing my husband’s favorite cookie recipe of Chocolate Peanut Butt...

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Do you have a Minecraft fan in your house?  Gameband for Minecraft was the perfect gift for my boys because it allows them to save their worlds and take their game with them wherever they go. Ga...

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This post is sponsored by Katy’s Goodness. Opinions are 100% my own. #Katysgoodness #ThankAVeteran If you are looking for an easy way for your family to give back this Christmas and throughout ...

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Every year we love finding different snowflake creations, such as Star Wars Snowflakes,  and we have a lot of fun making them and displaying them in the kitchen. These Frozen Snowflakes are am...

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Today I’m sharing my grandma’s Old Fashioned Sugar Cookies since these are the best sugar cookies I have ever had and the only ones I make. Old Fashioned Sugar Cookies These Old Fashioned Sug...

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We love Christmas!  My boys still get excited about decorating and since having 4 boys, I have started some Christmas traditions that my boys love.  Some even involve their favorite toys: LEGO!...

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It’s safe to say that with four boys we have gone through our fair share of toys.  Some of those toys have stood the tests of time and have been handed down from the oldest boys to the younges...

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I can’t believe that I have never made Christmas Tree Pancakes before!  I love making fun breakfast creations for my boys and these were simple to make! Christmas Tree Pancakes I have decided ...

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This post is sponsored by AVG Technologies as a part of the Mom It Forward Blogger Network.  All opinions are 100% my own. We have always had a rule that our kids would never have a computer in ...

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My boys love giving little gifts to their friends for Christmas.  We try to make something fun and we thought these Reindeer Droppings would be perfect for little boys. Reindeer Droppings If you...

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We have received some great gifts over the years and I know that sometimes you need to purchase a gift for an entire family so I thought I would share some Gift Ideas for Families based on the th...

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Ring in the holidays gaming style! Enter to win your choice of either a new PS4 or XBOX ONE gaming console! Hosted by The Link Fairy I think the top thing on most boys’ Christmas lists is a new...

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