Me: “What kind of cupcakes would you like for your birthday?” Husband: “Volkswagen.” Me: : / That’s my man. A total Volkswagen lover. He’s owned many models over the years and, before I came along, it was his one true love. I should have seen it coming. There was nothing better to him than his perfectly polished car. When we got together he said he finally had a reason to leave the garage. (Awwww, so sweet.) Guess he just…
Today is Teacher Appreciation Day! Thank a teacher with this teacher appreciation gift card bouquet today! I have so many favorite teachers in my past it is amazing to reflect on them all. The decades I spent in school cannot be summarized in my fancy diplomas on the wall. My brain was built, challenged, enlightened and much more by every teacher I’ve had. Both in the classroom and out their lessons shaped me, set me up for all my successes…
Irish Dip Sandwiches. It looks pretty darn good doesn’t it? Never heard of Irish Dip Sandwiches? Well, I imagine you’ve heard of French Dip sandwiches right? I can see the light bulb coming on over your head. I’m not sure what makes those sandwiches “French,” but the general make of the sandwich is well known. Beef, melted cheese, with a hot au jus (there’s the French! Whatever au jus means anyway :-/ ). Ok, I just looked it up, it…
Keep smiles simple creating a new family tradition, Yes Day! Smiles are simple. Simple and powerful. Seeing a smile on a child’s face is one of the best feelings. Seeing happiness in children expressed by a smile can eliminate all the dreariness of the world while it shines. Kids these days are harder (and more expensive) to please than ever. How do we get beyond their craving for electronics and media and give them something else that will make them…
Do your children have tons of toys already? Do you wish there was a way to revitalize their thrill for playing with them? Well, Lego have a merry Christmas. Holiday seasons come to many of us with joy and challenges. Having children in the mix can harbor the same feelings. Children make Christmas truly merry and, depending on what they ask for, equally challenging. It’s difficult to keep spending in check this time of year. Whether you’re short on funds…
Any country music fans out there? I am so in love with the single by Billy Currington, It Don’t Hurt Like It Used To. Another song about sadness and strength following a breakup. It touches a part of my heart that has nothing to do with a typical heartbreaking breakup, like the song ruminates on. Then again, maybe it does. It don’t hurt like it used to. A hurt heart is mending and moving on. Typical theme of breakup…
I LOVE making cupcakes. Something about them is so friendly and happy and elegant. Over the years I’ve come to perfect my self taught skills, but there’s always room for improvement. I recently added fondant to my repertoire. Fondant can be intimidating, but no need to be an artist for now. I have two fun and simple ways to use fondant. My children have come to me with some challenges lately and while I’ve managed to use regular frostings and…
Just landed! A few high flying ideas for your kid’s next airplane party. An Airplane Birthday Antigravity Cake! Fly on by for some high flying fun and fresh ideas your little Maverick (and everyone else) will marvel at. So simple you won’t even need a wingman to pull it off. An airplane birthday party was no doubt the popular choice for out newest 2 year old. He is so in love with planes he will shush us when he thinks he…
I was recently asked on my other page how I live. How do I live without my child? How do I go on after losing a custody battle? The truth is, one day at a time. One painful day at a time. A day at a time. I was never like that before. I was a planner. A worrier. A total type A. Becoming a parent wasn’t enough to change my approach to life. I stayed in control and managed all the curve…
Ever heard the expression that problems are like planes at an airport, they just keep coming? Maybe at some point in life? Maybe from my other post? Well, it is a fitting depiction when at times we find ourselves bogged down by a problem after barely getting past the last one. I was there last year. When 2015 began I knew it held it challenges ahead. Military relocation. Selling a house. Buying a house. My mother’s uncertain illness. Post divorce…