valentine's day Archives- This Mama Loves

Pouring my heart out to my dad

When you think of your most important relationships, both romantic and non-romantic, what comes to mind? Are there certain things…
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Peanuts Valentine’s Day

It’s almost Valentine’s Day, and I can’t think of any better way to celebrate than with Peanuts—where Sally loves Linus,…
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Reese’s Pieces Valentine Jar

My dad (and my husband) has always loved chocolate and peanut butter. I remember watching ET withOUT my dad at…
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American Girl Valentines

Got a girl who loves her American Girl dolls? I know both of mine do- and most of their friends!…
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{Free} Printable Hipster Valentines

I LOVE Valentine’s Day with kids. I’ve not always been so enamored with it as an adult, but with my…
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{2} Valentine’s Day Crafts- Votive Jars

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so why not enjoy a little Valentine’s Day themed crafting? You can make…
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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.