Fall is such a fun time and full of so many wonderful flavors that I thought the last weekend of October would be perfect timing for hosting a fall brunch. Yesterday was the big day and all together we had 22 people - 12 children ranging in age from 5 to 14 and 9 adults. There … [Read more...]
9 No-carve, no-mess ways to decorate pumpkins
Pumpkin decorating time is upon us. There are lots of fun, safe, creative ways to make your pumpkin into a masterpiece that do not involve carving. Let's face it, knives and little kids aren't usually a good match. A lot of kids, including mine, get grossed out by the goo inside … [Read more...]
Football movies that are great for the whole family on Netflix #StreamTeam
College football has always been a huge part of fall for me. It goes hand in hand with the crunch of falling leaves and picking apples. Going to Notre Dame solidified my status as a college football fan for life. My fighting Irish are ranked #5 in the nation, and this weekend … [Read more...]
Friday night pizza and movie night #StreamTeam
Hellooooooo, Friday! So very lovely to see you again! I thought you'd never get here! Fridays are big deal in our house. I know it's not that way for everyone. When I called my parents and wished my dad a happy Friday, he paused for a beat and said, "Uh, thanks?" He then … [Read more...]
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s me: A review of my iFLY Indoor Skydiving adventure
If you could have any superhero power, what would it be? My answer to that question may change based on my to-do list for the day, but I've always thought that it would be fabulous to be able to fly. A few weeks ago, I got the opportunity to see just what it would feel like to … [Read more...]