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To Stay Home Or Visit During The Holidays? Use These Questions To Help You Decide

December 11, 2017 in Celebrations, Christmas - No Comments

Before starting your family, you probably pictured peaceful holidays, lounging by a fire (there’s ALWAYS a fire in our imaginations), maybe reading a great book while the kids played peacefully and your spouse entertained themselves some kind of way. The fire roared long into the evening, and the giggle of children faded away into bedtime,… Read More »

Akilah is Two at Chuck E. Cheese’s!

September 11, 2017 in Best Of, Celebrations, Experiences, Kids - 18 Comments

Can you believe baby Akilah is TWO? T W O! Her birthday was August 16th, so very close to Back to School season. You guys may remember us being released from the hospital the day before Jayden's first day of school. Talk about a scramble! So, here we are two years later. I hadn't prepped… Read More »

Boo! Yogurt Sushi Sandwich Roll-ups

October 24, 2016 in Celebrations, Food & Recipes, Halloween - 16 Comments

I've been talking about after school snacks lately and with Halloween in the air, I want to share this simple and festive sweet treat for your little ghouls and goblins. The sweet thing about this snack hack is that it's made using ingredients that we always have on hand and I'm sure most of you… Read More »

Miniature Candied Apples

October 8, 2016 in Best Of, Celebrations, Food & Recipes, Halloween - 2 Comments

It feels like just yesterday I was sewing Juicy’s costume and making Howl-O-Ween treat bags for the pooches in our family. This year is going by

DIY Valentine’s Day Candy Wrappers

February 5, 2016 in Arts & Crafts, Celebrations, Valentine's Day - No Comments

As a mom, Caroline likes to keep Valentine's Day treats for classmates simple. It makes the prep easier knowing that the project can be done by her kids. That way, they are able to make it a team effort. This year, they're making these super cute DIY Valentine's Day Candy Wrappers! Get the full tutorial… Read More »

Cheesy Crab Bite Appetizers

January 31, 2016 in Celebrations, Food & Recipes - 5 Comments

The Super Bowl is a week away and for those of you who are planning watch parties, have I got a delicious treat for you! I won't go into how much I don't understand the sport even though I've attended several games in high school because of band duties. I have this great super power, handed down… Read More »

Holiday Brunch: Cheesy Savory Waffles

December 23, 2015 in Celebrations, Entertaining, Food & Recipes - No Comments

To add on to the scrumptious Breakfast Casserole I posted a few days ago, I present, the Savory Waffle. It's another easy recipe that will help make holiday brunches special even if you're short on time. We are big waffle fans around here. We love pancakes, but there's something about a crispy waffle. A great… Read More »

We Wish You A Merry Everything

December 23, 2015 in Celebrations, Christmas - 3 Comments

Dear Sophistipeeps, I hope you all are enjoying this special time with your families and friends. I wanted to pop in amidst my sporadic holiday content to wish you all a very Merry Everything and to thank you all for your continued support. This year has been fantastic, my best to date, and y'all (readers,… Read More »

A Treat For The Delivery Guys #TURTLESjustbecause

December 23, 2015 in Articles, Celebrations, Christmas - No Comments

My Christmas packages are arriving in swarms, boxes are everywhere and I’m starting to question my life choices. Okay, so it’s not that bad, but when your abode is small and you’re already struggling to keep it tidy amidst three children.

Free Download: Christmas Holiday Party Printable Pack!

December 3, 2015 in Celebrations, Christmas, Entertaining, Feat

DOWNLOAD PRINTABLES HERE It's my birthday and I'm celebrating the very last year of my twenties. "*Gasp* I had no idea she was SO young!" Yea, I get that a lot. I'm totally looking forward to entering thirtyhood. It looks promising! (Please be promising. Please be promising. Please be promising.) To celebrate (and make myself… Read More »