Lessons Learned in 2014 and My One Word for 2015

by Denise // 7 January, 2015 // Comments off

Every time a year closes and a new one begins, I undertake some deep soul searching. Scratch the image of me sitting in yoga pants in my backyard chanting “Om”. That’s not what I mean by soul searching. I always... Continue reading →

Make-A-Wish Come True with Macy’s Believe #MacysBelieve

by Denise // 11 December, 2014 // Comments off

Do your children write letters to Santa? Like baking Christmas cookies and preparing reindeer food, writing letters to Santa is part of my family’s holiday traditions. Once my children and I finalize our wish lists, we visit our local Macy’s... Continue reading →

Music Monday: Thriller Mombies for Halloween

by Denise // 20 October, 2014 // Comments off

The next two weeks leading up to my long-awaited NYC marathon dream will be a NIGHTMARE. While my husband is off traveling for work this week, I have to be in four places at once between blogging functions, chaperoning a... Continue reading →

31 Affordable Family-Friendly Halloween Activities

by Denise // 1 October, 2014 // Comments off

“Mom, how come we don’t do a countdown calendar for Halloween like we do for Christmas?” asked my nine year old, Emmalynn. “I don’t know. Usually October is so busy, but we can totally make a countdown calendar if you... Continue reading →

Mashed Cauliflower and Arugula Stuffed Portobellos #WeekdaySupper #ChooseDreams

by Denise // 7 July, 2014 // Comments off

This post is sponsored by American Family Insurance. The recipe and opinions are my own. In an attempt to eat healthier, my family and I began incorporating a weekly “Meatless Monday” and a plant-based diet into our dinner menu. At first,... Continue reading →

75 Ways to Celebrate Summer

by Denise // 9 June, 2014 // Comments off

This summer, my kids helped build a summer bucket list by adding some of the activities they wanted to do. Many of the items on this list are a repeat from last year’s list. And why not? They are amazing,... Continue reading →

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