You know what’s so great about making a Build-A-Bear as a holiday gift? You don’t need to know the child’s size, favorite color or collection of video games. Every child loves a cuddly stuffed animal, right?!? And better yet, what child wouldn’t love the experience of spending time with a loved one making their very … Read more
With only 11 days till Christmas, it’s “crunch” time (pun totally intended). How are you doing with your holiday shopping? I have made some headway in the last few days, but I still have a way to go. Stuffing the kids’ stockings is generally the last task to be completed and I am always looking … Read more
My oldest daughter, who is in 1st grade, is quite the accomplished reader. I love that she begs to read “just one more book” before bedtime and always seems to sneak in a few more pages when I’m not looking. So when new books appear on her Christmas list, I am delighted to oblige. She … Read more
The entire time I was pregnant with both of my children, I prayed. Of course, I prayed they would be healthy….but selfishly I prayed they would get their Daddy’s long legs and my teeth. I was blessed with perfectly straight, healthy teeth. Don’t be too jealous! I still got the adolescent experience of wearing … Read more
Even as a child, I always loved Family Game Night. Spending time with my family was always a treat (and it didn’t hurt if I won a game or two). Now, I love carrying on that tradition with my own girls and am always thrilled when a find a new game to share. Remember the … Read more
With the holiday season well under way, how are you doing on that shopping list? Can you believe that I haven’t even made my list yet? Fortunately, my entire family lives here in New Orleans, so I don’t have to worry about getting gifts in the mail for Christmas delivery, but I bet many of … Read more