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We are a husband and wife, trying to navigate life, parenthood, and now adding blogging to this crazy mix. Some articles are written by me (Jocelyn), some will be written by my husband (Eric), and some will have a version of the story we would both like to share. Our goal is to share our lives with you while sharing information about parenting, recipes and DIY projects, life and everything in-between.

Essentials Check List for Baby Number 3

We thought we had life all figured out and embraced the idea of only having two children, so we sold and donated all of our baby items. And then surprise, we are having baby number 3! Embracing Chaos, the Carefree Way With our first baby, we stressed over every...

When You Think You’ve Closed a Chapter, and Life Throws You a Plot Twist

I thought we were past this stage. Our youngest is 4. Our oldest is 7. We’re out of diapers, out of nap schedules, and away from everything always going in someone's mouth. Now we have school drop-offs, sports, real conversations, and kids who can get their own...

Raising a Young Child with Anxiety – Signs to Look out for and How to Help

I’m a counselor and still, this surprised me. Even with years of schooling and experience helping students navigate anxiety, it feels very different when it shows up in your own child. The knowledge helps, but it doesn’t shield you from the worry, the heartbreak, or...

How to Make Road Trips with Kids Enjoyable (Mostly)

From Mom’s Checklist to Dad’s Drive-Time Hacks - A Husband & Wife Take on Family Travel Why We Road Trip We’ve taken a lot of road trips as a family; visiting family, beach trips, Washington D.C, Columbus Zoo, Lake Erie. Some went smoothly others… well, let’s just...

How to Make Ice Cream at Home

With summer in full swing, there’s no better time to experience the joy of making your own homemade ice cream. We have had our ice cream machine for a few years now and we use it all the time! Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned pro, making this cool treat at home...

Essentials and Tips for a Great Pool Day

The best part about working in education, is no surprise, summers off! I love more than anything getting to spend that time with my kids. One of my kids favorite summer activities is the swimming pool. We are lucky enough to have a community pool that is walking...

Stress Free, Kid-Powered Meal Planning for Summer

As a school counselor and mom of two, I spend my days during the school year helping other families find calm in the chaos, and when summer hits, I need some of that structure myself! Summer break is a gift, but let’s be real: the long, unstructured days can get...

Date Night Ideas in Pittsburgh – North Hills

Planning the perfect date night can sometimes feel like a daunting task, especially if you're looking for something unique and memorable. If you find yourself in Pittsburgh's North Hills area (northern suburbs not far from downtown), you're in luck! Just a short drive...

The Cutest Beach Pudding Dessert for Summer

Every summer, my kids and I look on Pinterest for summer themed crafts and activities. One that they thought was really cute were summer themed dirt cups. We put our little spin on it and it turned out so delicious. This Beach Pudding is easy to make, requires only a...

How to Melt Crayons into Cute Shapes

When I was scrolling through dinosaur party decorations online, I found the most adorable silicone mold and knew I wanted to use it for something! The mold is normally used for chocolate, but I decided to use it for crayon party favors! Materials Lots of old crayons...

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Creating a Family Routine with Young Children

Creating a Family Routine with Young Children

The start of the school year is always an adjustment for us; I go back to work, kids go back to daycare, and now a dog that is alone during the day! It can be hard to find a work-life balance, but even harder to keep a clean house AND get in family time. On top of...

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How to Make Your Own Doormat Using Acrylic Paint

How to Make Your Own Doormat Using Acrylic Paint

Honestly, I love doormats! They are a super easy way to change your outside decor and a great way to express your personal style. I normally buy doormats at the store that already have designs on them, but I couldn't find any that I wanted for the transition from...

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The Best Summer Marinade for Grilled Chicken

A few summers ago, a friend had us over for dinner and made the best grilled chicken. I made sure to not leave without getting her recipe! This marinade makes the perfect chicken for a get together, or a family meal. Ingredients There are 7 ingredients in this Beer...

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Summer Dessert – Strawberry Pretzel Pie

Summer Dessert – Strawberry Pretzel Pie

The kid's daycare just had a teacher luncheon and asked parents to volunteer to bring in something on the teachers favorite food list. Pie was on the list, and on a 70 degree day, my mind went right to Strawberry Pretzel Jello Pie. If you liked Strawberry Jello...

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Teacher Appreciation Gift Idea

Teacher Appreciation Gift Idea

I have been in education the last (almost) 10 years...wow! Where did that time go? I now work as a school counselor, but I also spent 5 years as a classroom teacher. I loved my time in the classroom, and there are days I really want to go back . Teaching is truly one...

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