Sponsor Note: Although this post was sponsored by Honest, all content, words, and ideas are my own. Thanks for supporting the partnerships that help keep this blog running. I was recently interviewed on a podcast and we spoke all about homeschooling. Naturally, we touched on kids and responsibility and how I approach the topic. I can’t […]

Earlier this year I put together some Quick Tips for Homeschool Scheduling and today I’m sharing 5 Things To Do Before You Start Homeschooling. We recently received the news that our public schools in Loudoun County, Virginia would be 100% distance learning this fall. In light of distance/online learning decisions and/or mask mandates, social distancing […]

Our hall closet door swung shut, and Zoe walked into the bathroom and gave me a handful of hygiene items. I always forget to refill the basket in the bathroom, and leave myself stranded, at the mercy of my daughters or husband to respond to my pleas. TMI? Please tell me I’m not the only […]

Today I’m sharing our June 2020 garden update! This post is a few weeks late, but I’m getting it up, mostly so I can remember what our garden (and my sweet Zoe) looked like in June 2020. She turned 7 this year, and it’s hard to figure out where the time went. Goodness, it feels […]

(This post is sponsored by Babyganics; all opinions are my own.) We’ve been spending as much time as possible outdoors. We have a little less than a 1/2 acre, and I’m so thankful for this space to sprawl out and make the most of the beautiful weather. And finally get out of the house! Today […]

We eagerly await this time of year, the 5 or 6-week strawberry picking season. Once we tasted the warm, fresh strawberries straight from the ground, nothing could compare (not even the Farmers’ Market). I love how local, seasonal treats can help instill patience, appreciation for hard work, and anticipation for each season. The kids really […]

Vegetable gardening! I receive THE MOST questions about our garden this time of year, and since our gardening story is unique, and my approach to gardening is super chill, and I figured I’d go ahead and write an updated post on the topic. You can see my past garden posts here (my last update was […]

How has life at home been over the past two months? Today, I’m sharing the newest in my tips and tricks for survival at home series: have a snack meal. These tips are especially useful if you live in a small space and have children, but really, anyone can apply them anywhere. Tips and Tricks […]