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Valentine’s Day Trail Mix

By: Katie Fenske February 7, 2023February 7, 2023

Holiday Stuff, Yummy StuffFood & Drinks, Holidays/Events

I decided to make trail mix for my kids but with Valentine’s day coming up, I wanted to put a little twist on it. I went to the store and bought a bunch of snacks with the color scheme of Valentine’s of red, white and pink. After making it, the mix looked so cute I…

The Truth Behind the Most Common Potty Training Myths

By: Katie Fenske January 19, 2023May 19, 2023

Potty Training StuffPotty Training

Myth 1: Boys Are Harder to Train Than Girls FALSE: And it’s a good thing it’s false because I have three boys. Just because you have a boy doesn’t mean it will be hard, and girls aren’t always easier. I have seen girls struggle with training and boys take to it easily and vice versa.…

The Best Books I Read in 2022

By: Katie Fenske January 7, 2023January 7, 2023

Favorite Stuff, Mom StuffToys/books

As I looked back at the books I read in 2022, I felt there were too many great ones not to share. As a mom of three young kids, squeezing in time to read in a true art but I think I am starting to master it now. This year, I have read books that…

Thanksgiving Turkey Donuts

By: Katie Fenske November 9, 2022November 9, 2022

Holiday Stuff, Yummy StuffFood & Drinks, Holidays/Events

The whole world seems to already be in Christmas mode, but with a 3 weeks to go, it only seems fair to give Thanksgiving some attention. I created these cute turkey donuts with my boys and they really are as fun to make as they are to eat. Set up a little table on Thanksgiving…

Best Gift for Boys Ages 2-10

By: Katie Fenske October 26, 2022November 10, 2022

Favorite Stuff, Kid StuffToys/books

Every year when Christmas rolls around, we have to put together a wish list for each of my boys for our families. I try to keep a running list all year with ideas that I come across but it is still hard to come up with ideas some years. I want things that I know…

Youth Sports Fundraiser | Touchdown Bucket

By: Katie Fenske August 30, 2022August 30, 2022

Kid StuffBoy Mom, Sports

It’s September and that means football season. My oldest son is playing Pop Warner football. This year I signed up as Team Mom.Yikes! I didn’t know what I was in for. On top of all the paperwork collecting, fundraising is a huge part. We provide all the players with game socks, a hat, sweatshirt and…

Summer Would You Rather Questions

By: Katie Fenske July 21, 2022July 21, 2022

Kid Stuff, UncategorizedPrintables

It’s summer and I love to play Would You Rather with my kids! My boys and I enjoy doing these at the dinner table. We put together a list of our favorites of course I edited out the silly ones my “very into potty talk” boys came up with. Try playing these with your own…

Is My Child Ready to Potty Train? | Potty Training Readiness

By: Katie Fenske June 16, 2022May 18, 2023

Potty Training StuffPotty Training

This is one of the most common questions I get. You’ve made it through the newborn stage, dealt with sleep regression and starting solid foods, and now you start hearing about potty training. But how do you know if your child is ready? I’ve come up with a check list that I give to moms…

Birthday Cakes for Boys

By: Katie Fenske April 28, 2022May 15, 2023

Holiday Stuff, Uncategorized, Yummy StuffFood & Drinks, Holidays/Events

My oldest son just turned 9 and as I scrolled through pictures of past birthday parties I couldn’t help but smile at all the cakes I have made over the years. No, I am not a trained baker but I do find so much joy taking a theme and creating a cake to go with…

Mother’s Day Gifts that Moms Actually Want

By: Katie Fenske April 28, 2022April 28, 2022

Mom StuffHolidays/Events

Ok, let’s have some real talk. What do moms ACTUALLY want on Mother’s Day??? Do they want a beautiful gathering at their house? Well, maybe yes, but not the cleaning before and and the mess to take care of after. As a mom, I get one day a year. I want that day to count.…