Brett Martin

Elf on the Shelf Idea: Candy Cane Jail

It’s December 8th, my friends. Do you know where your Elf will go tonight? I don’t know about you but…
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Christmas Morning Coffee Drink Recipe

Every single Christmas, my mom spent most of the month leading up to the big day baking. Every night (remember,…
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Sweet Salty Chocolate Chip Cookies

Compensation was supposed to be provided by Ritz Crackers via Mode Media. Like it or not—and, really, READY or not—the…
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Kids in The Kitchen: Taco Bar for an easy weeknight dinner

Both of my kids, but especially my 4 year old daughter, love to get in the kitchen with me. From cookies…
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Star Stable Online Game for Horse Lovers

We are so excited to bring you this super fun giveaway from our friends at Star Stable. If you remember,…
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Grandma’s Cleaning Tips Still Work Today!

This post is sponsored by the maker of ARM & HAMMER™ Super Washing Soda You know, our grandparents and many…
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I'm a 40 something lifestyle blogger living in Connecticut with my husband and our 3 kids, plus our two rescue pups. We love to hike, travel, play games, watch movies, and just be outside together! Having 3 active kids makes for a hectic schedule and I try to share content, recipes and other things that can help to make today's busy family life simpler, easier, or just plain more fun!

I started working full time at a local middle school in fall 2021 and some of my students are insistent that I am mean. Dig deeper →

I'm a 40 something lifestyle blogger living in Connecticut with my husband and our 3 kids, plus our two rescue pups. We love to hike, travel, play games, watch movies, and just be outside together! Having 3 active kids makes for a hectic schedule and I try to share content, recipes and other things that can help to make today's busy family life simpler, easier, or just plain more fun!

I started working full time at a local middle school in fall 2021 and some of my students are insistent that I am mean.