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My name is Kristen.
I’m a former Wedding & Event Planner writing about fun ways to celebrate each and every day and the special occasions of life.
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Refocus with “Beyond Heaven’s Door”
When I first heard about Max Lucado's book, Beyond Heaven's Door, I was very excited to read it. With getting the house ready to sell, the usual and extra little commitments I have right now, I have been feeling rather stressed. And when life is busy and stressful,...
Farmer Carts for Children’s Gifts
I don't know what it is about twins' birthday parties that make me feel creative, but this is the second birthday party for twins that I've given more than just a cool toy off a shelf (and I do that quite often). See my No-Sew Fort Kits for Kate & Jack last year...
Gabriella’s Mexican Fiesta
I have always dreamed of having a Mexican Fiesta party. Bright colors, festive Spanish music (probably my awesome Gipsy Kings) . . . well, someday. But since yesterday was Cinco de Mayo, I thought we'd feature Marcy's fun Mexican Fiesta for her daughter's 9th...
A Simply Organized Life: Estate Planning is a Gift
Get your coffee, a notebook and a pen . . . ok, and a lot of chocolate because what we're talking about today is by no means fun. But it is crucial to a simply organized life. Losing a loved one is hard. Whether it is a surprise or somewhat expected,...
“Babies Don’t Keep” Children’s Photo & Handprint Keepsake
On Monday, we talked about how time flies by and our children are growing up so fast. I almost can't stand it! We shared five important reminders to help us savor and celebrate the moments. Which one did you need to hear most? Today, I've got a fun and easy...
Kids Grow Up Fast
Is it happening too fast for you? Are your children growing up too quickly? There was a time when I used to be able to hold my babies snug in my arms. Now when I pick them up, they take up more than half my body length. (Oooh, I love those bodies!) Dan...
So Much to Celebrate and the Amazon GC Winner
Thanks for your patience this week! I have been fighting a sinus infection, ear infection and fever. But I'm practically human again so I wanted to announce the winner of the Amazon gift card. I also loved reading all the things you are celebrating and decided it...
Free Admission to National Parks this WEEK!
After a long winter, I have been loving the little tastes of Spring we've been experiencing (however late). We've done some hiking in the woods, playing in creeks and exploring the great outdoors. Exciting for this week is that we can get free entrance into all 398...
Doing Mother’s Day in Community
Being a mom is hard work. We run here, we run there. We teach, train, encourage, challenge . . . wipe. We meet the ups and downs of motherhood head on every day. There are those glorious moments of joy and delight, but also those times of utter frustration and...
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