Jack is 5!

November 19, 2021

There's something about becoming age 5 that is a sweet farewell to the toddler years. We celebrated the birthday boy with a Super Mario themed party at home with the most rare sunny + 60 degree November day. To Jack his birthday party is the highlight of his year. I'm sure that's true for most kiddos, but Jack loves to plan his party details far in advance. I wonder where he gets that from? ;)



Per a newer tradition we did our Q&A for Jack's birthday interview! I love recording these as voice memos to hear how his little voice will grow as he does. 


Jack's 5th Birthday Interview


FAVORITE COLOR: Teal 
FAVORITE ANIMAL: Tiger
FAVORITE BOOK: The Good Egg
FAVORITE THING TO WATCH: Mini Force
FAVORITE THING TO WEAR: *accidentally skipped this question.. whoops!*
FAVORITE GAME: Super Mario Smash Bros
FAVORITE SONG: Pen and Paper 
FAVORITE BREAKFAST: Bacon and scrambled eggs 
FAVORITE SNACK: Goldfish
FAVORITE FRUIT: Cherries
FAVORITE TREATWhite chocolate
FAVORITE PLACE TO EAT: I don't have one
FAVORITE THING TO DO OUTSIDE: Play in the sprinkler during summertime
FAVORITE THING TO DO INSIDE: Playing in my playroom
FAVORITE TOY: Sonic figures
FAVORITE STUFFED ANIMAL: Chocolate Bear 
FAVORITE HOLIDAY: Winter
FAVORITE BEST FRIEND: Aiden
I AM REALLY GOOD AT: Playing my video games
WHERE I WANT TO GO ON VACATION: Disney World
WHAT I WANT TO BE WHEN I GROW UP: Motorcycle Racer
WHAT WE DID ON MY BIRTHDAY: "Ate birthday breakfast, went to school, went to Nini's, then went to Grandpa Thomas', I got presents open, and for dinner we went to Sideline's Italian!


Now for the next fun, festivities in our home: Christmas!!!!

Holiday Home Favorites

November 1, 2021

You know that saying "the early bird gets the worm"? Well, I'm the bird this year. All these swirling rumors/possible truths of shipping delays and stock shortages have got me on alert to act now versus waiting till we get closer to the holiday season. 


My eye has been drawn to simplicity. Think greenery, cozy throw blankets, festive pillows and bedding, twinkle lights and the smell of pine. A home that is inviting and full of 'comfy, cozy are we' vibes.

Here's what I've got my eye on and some inspiration I'm drooling over. 




One. Classic Christmas ribbon adorning green wreaths. Big, pretty bows for the win!
Two. I am jazzed to be adding vanilla to my oil arsenal this season. Hello 'Vanilla Bean Marshmallow' without all the toxins + artificial fragrance of the candle.
Three. I'm looking to spruce up our mantle's garland with some copper bells and mix in different types of faux greenery to give it some lush volume. 
Four. Last year we got Jack this mini tree for his room so this year I bought one for Peter's room, too.
Five. How fun are these plastic plates!!
Six. Flannel bedding for the coziest night's sleep.

The weather has got me feeling like there's more to squeeze out of fall, but once we hostJack's birthday party I'm going into Mrs. Claus mode. Fa la la la la ;)