We Should Celebrate

🏈 I went to an OU game a couple weekends ago, and even though I didn’t go to that college, I still wanted to fit in without buying an OU shirt lol. I saw these game day laces somewhere and decided to make my own! I’ve linked everything below so you can make them too! I got most of my stuff on Temu, though.

This past weekend, we had a military retirement party for my husband’s coworker, who I had never met. So trying to think of a gift was difficult. If it’s someone you know really well, you may be able to get them a more customized gift. However, we went with an old-fashioned kit: bourbon, old-fashioned mix, and dehydrated oranges. You can check out all the links below, but I’m sure just being there to celebrate their service is appreciated! 🇺🇸⭐️

❤️⚪️ Two weeks from now, we will have an actual Friday the 13th! It’s the perfect opportunity to curl up with a blanket and have a Friday the 13th movie watching party with friends or family. You can make your very own Jason-inspired snacks or grab some pre-made treats from the store and add a little creepy flair.

🧇 🌟 A few years ago, the neighborhood I lived in did a monthly girls’ game night and everyone would bring a $15 gift for the prize pile. For the Valentine’s game night, I think there were 3 mini heart waffle makers and waffle mix! They were a hit. I have a handful of different themed ones and my kids love them! You can use them for so much more than just waffle mix, though (swipe through). For Halloween, I put biscuits in the skull one and top with strawberry jelly. So if you’re looking for an inexpensive, yet useful gift, check out the links below to all the different waffle makers you can get and try out some of the other unique ways you can use them!

💙🧡 I’ve had this party guide done for a while now but hadn’t posted it because I wasn’t sure if Blippi was still a “thing” (my kids were into it a few years ago). Then I got an email that one of our favorite bamboo pajama companies is dropping their Blippi collab today! So if your little one is a Blippi fanatic like mine were, you’ll want to check this out! We happened to be at Great Wolf Lodge on my youngest’s 4th birthday a few years ago and we improvised with a little Blippi decor and he loved it! You could either do a “plain” Blippi theme, or you could do a little more of a construction theme and it would be cute too! 🏗️ 🚧 🔗 Check out all the links below to party decor, favors, and gift ideas! You can also find fun playlists on Spotify. You can’t forget the excavator song 🎶

I’m not sure about your kid’s school, but mine has a fall carnival and each class has to bring an auction basket to raise money. Last year, one of my boys’ classes got a charcuterie theme. Ignore the bad pics lol, I didn’t know I’d be posting them later 🤪 The school doesn’t like the basket to be too high in value, so we had to split it into 2 separate ones. We asked parents to bring items for the baskets or donate money, so we got a combination of both. I took the items to put together, then I went to the store to fill in what was missing. I’ll be sharing a few other ideas I have for baskets in the coming weeks! You can check out the links below to a lot of what was used for these 2 baskets. Trader Joe’s is a fun place to get charcuterie items but I couldn’t link them. And another home room mom got the grazing board from Costco last year but I couldn’t link it!

🎤💜 Get ready to bring out your inner Hillbilly Hippie with my Lainey Wilson-inspired gift guide 🤠 She has such a fun style and now you can grab some of her pieces! Most of the items are from her collabs with brands or her website, but some are just the Lainey vibe 🌟 The new Kendra Scott x Lainey Wilson collab is a must-see! From stylish cowboy boots and hats to heartwarming records, you’ll find a little bit of everything to make your style pop! Don’t forget to grab a pair of bell bottoms, too!

🎉🎬 It’s showtime! Get ready to unleash the chaos and creepiness with a Beetlejuice watch party! 👻✨ Whether you're a die-hard fan of the ghost with the most, catching up before going to see the new movie in theaters, or just looking for a fun night in, my guide has everything you need to throw a spooktacular bash!

🧚✨ Happy National Tooth Fairy Day! 🦷Today we celebrate the magical little fairy who turns lost teeth into treasure! 💰✨ Check out all the fun pillows and boxes below because you never know when the Tooth Fairy might pay you a visit! She may even leave a receipt or certificate!

I’m sure we’ve all heard people say at some point, “we have too many water bottles!” 😬 So rather than gift ANOTHER one, you can accessorize the ones they (or you) already have! I get that some of these things may seem “extra” and I don’t disagree 😂 but I also see where they could come in handy. I usually monitor running club during recess at my boys’ school and sometimes stay after to help with copies. During all that, it’s hard to keep up with a water bottle (it’s hot here!), phone, keys, etc. and I don’t always want to keep up with a purse either, even my crossbody. The same goes for my gym. So I’m definitely eyeing some of the carrying bags lol. Check out all the links below 🔗 you’ll find everything from the practical to bougie 😆 They not only enhance the experience of staying hydrated but also add a touch of personality to any tumbler.

Check out my instagram for the full reel video 📚✨ Fall and spooky season are quickly approaching and I just wanted to share some of my favorite thriller and suspense novels that have kept me on the edge of my seat! I went through my Goodreads app and picked a few from my four and five star rated books. TBH I don’t remember what happens in all of these lol, but that’s why I rate them on Goodreads, so I can look back and see what I’ve already read! And technically, I’m almost exclusively audiobooks. I rarely sit down and read. My fave app for audiobooks is Libby- just get a library card from your local public library and you can listen to everything for free! I also recently started using Spotify audiobooks for new releases but I wouldn’t say it’s ideal for avid audiobook listeners. There are lots of caveats to their service. Each one of these stories is packed with unexpected twists and turns that will have you second-guessing everything! Whether you're a fan of psychological thrillers or classic whodunits, there's something in this list for everyone!

Check out my instagram reel for the full video on putting the kit together! 🐉💙 We recently went to a birthday party for a little girl who loves Raya and the Last Dragon so I wanted to make a DIY kinetic sand kit (and threw in some super soft, adorable pajamas). Most of the kit can be found at Dollar Tree or Five Below, except the sand and figurines. However, I am linking other options if you’d prefer to order online and can’t make it to a store. In a couple months, I’ll also be making a Disney Princess one for my niece. The Target Bullseye section has some cute, pink sensory scoops right now that are perfect for the kit. I’m debating on using 2 bags of sand next time. I didn’t put this together until the day-of and the bag is deceptive lol. But it also gives more room to play in the bin and not spill out 🤷🏻‍♀️

With school starting back up, I thought it was the perfect time to share our favorite crazy socks! I feel like there’s always some kind of crazy socks spirit day and my boys love the @madmiaofficial ones! We have the gaming and race car socks. When I got them, there weren’t as many options for boys as there are now but I love them all! They are based in Australia and will ship from there when you order on their website. I’m also including options from Amazon if you’re needing them quickly. When I ordered on the website, I just bought a bundle of them to get free shipping and saved them for birthday gifts and Christmas gifts for my nieces. They’re always a hit!

🏎️🏁 Rev up your engines and come grab the perfect Hot Wheels gift for the little speedster in your life! I put together the ultimate gift guide that goes beyond the typical cars and track sets. Maybe I’ll do a post later on some of my boys’ favorite tracks. You’ll find something for everyone on the list- pajamas, blankets, shoes, clothes, games, etc.!

🌟💰 Happy National Financial Awareness Day! 💰🌟 Today, we celebrate the importance of learning about smart money management, savings, and investing- especially for our kids! I got my degrees in Personal Financial Planning so raising financially literate kids is important to me. You may have seen jokes online along the lines of “why did we learn how to square dance in school but not about taxes?” Fortunately, there are things you can do at home to teach your younger kids, all the way up to college kids, about finances, but in a fun way! Check out the links below for all the resources I’ve compiled! There are fun age-appropriate books, board games, online resources and apps, and some printables you can use with your kids. Together, we can pave the way for a financially savvy generation!

Trying to find gifts for the men in my life has always been a struggle. My husband would just prefer car parts 🤪 but I also know he takes his lounging comfort seriously lol (no tight and itchy fabrics!). Last year I got him a pair of racing check bamboo pajama pants that are now his favorite… actually I got matching ones for the whole family and they are everyone’s favorite! I’ll probably get him some of the shorts options soon. So if you’re on the hunt for some comfy pjs and loungewear for your man, check out the gift guide below! There are even a few slippers recommendations. Our favorite brand is Little Sleepies, but I've heard great things about the others that I've linked, as well!