When my father-in-law comes to visit, each kid fights over him at bedtime because he creates marvelous stories while brushing their teeth! All centered around the character, Thomas J. Tooth, these stories have been told since my husband was little, and it’s a wonderful family tradition that helps ease the tension at bedtime too. With…
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Cousin Christmas Swap – How to Organize a Family Present Exchange
This video sends me straight back to my childhood Christmases — waiting for mom and dad to pull out the Christmas decorations, and then we’d dive into the boxes, pulling out all the trinkets and toys and start setting up all around the house while we played a VHS of different Christmas clips. This was…
How to Create an Effective Budget For Your Family
Written by: Makinsey Ekman The hardest thing to do as an adult in this modern age is creating a budget that you can actually stick to. It’s hard to know the most effective way to save money or pay off debt, mostly because there are so many conflicting opinions. I have listened to many different…
Gifts for Dad and Grandpa – The Ultimate Guide to Gift Giving, Father’s Day, Birthday and Christmas
Updated: June 2022 Father’s Day is here! If you’re still looking for that perfect Father’s Day Gift that isn’t a new tie or socks, find your inspiration here! Let’s rummage through my online shopping history and share the crazy and unique gifts I’ve given! For me, most gifts are interchangeable – Father’s Day, birthday, Christmas,…
The Ultimate Guide to Gift Giving – How to Give The Best Gifts
Some gifts are big. Others are small. But the ones that come from the heart are the best gifts of all. Tinku Razoria Gift giving is my love language. No way around that. Nothing makes me happier than finding something I know is unique and awesome, and getting it for that special person. It’s become…
Scooby-Doo Birthday Party: The Case of the Missing Birthday
Throwing my kids over-the-top, themed birthday parties is always something I’ve enjoyed doing. And trying to do it on a budget, but still with lots of excitement, can be quite the challenge! Some years I wish I was one of those parents that could book a birthday party at a skating rink or go-cart palace…