I'm a sucker for every holiday. I love celebrating, and even more, love engaging my littles in the joy and love that holidays bring. Who can pass up a good excuse for a party, am I right?! Below I have listed some of our favorite go-to activities for Valentine's Day. We will be trying some… Continue reading Valentine’s Day Activities
Author: Holly Parker
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
When you think of creamy, comfort soup... what comes to mind?? For me— that’s broccoli cheddar or potato! My fridge had some broccoli and carrots that needed some love, so broccoli cheddar was an easy choice! ✨ Homemade Broccoli Cheddar Soup Ingredients:2 TBSP butter2 finely chopped carrots1 small finely chopped onion2 cloves of garlic (or… Continue reading Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Homemade Play Dough
This play dough seriously has lasted us SO long! It is so soft and malleable. Truly a favorite at our house! ⭐️PLAYDOUGH RECIPE: •2 cups flour•4 tsp cream of tartar•¾ C salt•2 cups warm water•2 tbsp oil 1. Mix dry ingredients in a saucepan. Add water, oil, and food coloring (food coloring if only making one… Continue reading Homemade Play Dough
Christmas Activities for Kids
As a former early childhood teacher, I find myself always looking for ways my littles can have some hands-on fun with learning. That's how learning SHOULD be... FUN! And with my background, obviously I LOVE a good theme! Now, is it crucial you have a theme when it comes to play? Absolutely not! That's just… Continue reading Christmas Activities for Kids
Homemade Party Mix
Anyone else love the salty bits at the end of a Chex Mix bag? This is SO much better than the bag you buy at the store... and without all of the bits no one’s likes—why are there so many unsalted pretzels and bread bites? The best part of making it yourself, is that you… Continue reading Homemade Party Mix
Road Trip Tips with Little Kids
We often make the drive down from Indiana to Florida with two little kids, a baby, and two dogs in tow. 😅 I’d be lying if I said it was a piece of cake, but we do make necessary preparations in order to make it a *tad* easier. I will say that the last trip… Continue reading Road Trip Tips with Little Kids
Autumn Stovetop Potpourri
I LOVE the crisp smell of Autumn air, when the temps start dropping, leaves are changing, and the wind starts blowing. This is the optimal time to start a batch of homemade potpourri on the stove top to let simmer all day long. You’ll have your house smelling SO good, and you’ll want to cozy… Continue reading Autumn Stovetop Potpourri
Family trip to South Haven
Two years ago for my husband’s birthday, I planned a little family getaway trip to celebrate. I was 8 months pregnant with our little girl, and it was going to be the last trip as a family of 3 before she came. We chose South Haven, Michigan, since it was a shorter drive, and right… Continue reading Family trip to South Haven
Summer Supper
Nothing is more Midwest summertime to me than fresh garden veggies, the smell of a summer storm sweeping in, and my grandma’s Summer Supper. But, don't be fooled... This dish is great ANY time of the year! It is SO simple, flavorful, absolutely delicious. There are so many ways to spruce it up too! I… Continue reading Summer Supper
Fizzy Rainbow Science 🌈
Without fail this activity will always be a hit! I remember back when I was in school my science teacher doing this with us to teach about the chemical reaction.. also.. science fair volcanoes anyone!? Add some food coloring, and you’ve got yourself a rainbow of fizzy fun! What you’ll need: • baking soda (I… Continue reading Fizzy Rainbow Science 🌈
Making Beautiful Messes 