Are you an organized person? Do you love to organize…or dread it? For me, I love organization and the container aisle is my happy place – let’s not even mention The Container Store! To me, there is a difference...
Cue the cool crisp air, the ombre leaves falling from the trees, the oversized sweaters and boots, the smell of fireplaces in the evening. Autumn is here.
I vividly remember the first time my family went to pick apples at...
As my kids grew from babies into toddlers and life just kept getting busier and more exhausting, my friends and I would discuss how wonderful it would be if we had a little daily help. Not a cleaning lady...
A few years ago my plate in life was full but managing was possible. Lawns got mowed, dishes and laundry done, errands ran with ease. It was a simple life.
Fast forward a few years. Adding two children, mommy in school...
Hi, my name is Cat, and I am a huge fan of planners.
At least, in my mind I am. In reality, I'll buy a beautiful planner and have all these good intentions of using it daily to track appointments,...
It's 2021 (finally!) and we are almost at the year mark of dealing with the coronavirus pandemic. That's almost an entire year of social distancing, masks, staying home, and skipping vacations. When I think back to last March, it's...
Here's a quick history lesson on Cinco De Mayo, which translates to the fifth of May.
First and foremost, it is not Mexico's Independence Day! It is actually an annual celebration that commemorates the Mexican Army's victory over the...
The kids are eating a snack. The dryer is running with your fourth load of the day. The dog is napping. Your coffee is hot. Now what. Well, you probably sit and take a deep breath, because you are...
Family movie night has been a tradition in our house since before our kids were born. One night a week, we have pizza for dinner and pile on the couch to watch a movie together. Now that we are...
Take a peek inside our family’s pantry, and you’ll see five different kinds of peanut butter. With almost an entire shelf dedicated to everyone’s favorite preferences, we are pretty prepared for a nutaggedon or even the nut-apocalypse. From the...
"But how does she make these huge meals, keep the house so clean, train for a marathon, always look put together, and STILL take care of three kids under the age of 5???" I whined to my mom over...
I am a faithful and loyal pet owner.
My almost 15-year-old dog will attest that her day-to-day life is beyond comfortable. She gets love and treats from me even on the mornings when she wakes me up before 6 to...
I’m a busy mom. And let’s face it. I think in the dictionary, the word “busy” has the word “mom” in its definition. Our schedules have us going here and there and everywhere, and we have to prioritize whether...
It's been pretty entertaining at my house lately. About six months ago, my 5-year-old discovered joke telling and decided to start trying it out. Let's just say that what is funny to a 5-year-old isn't necessarily funny to an...
In + Around Dayton
Summer Camps
Check out these amazing local offerings to keep your kiddos busy (and happy!) this summer.
