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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.

Here you’ll find inspiration for family fun, children’s activities, party planning and a faith-filled life.

We love to share CREATIVE IDEAS and ENCOURAGE our friends to have more FUN in the MOMENT. Life can be busy! Let’s slow down and ENJOY our blessings together.

Recent Articles

5 Ideas To Make The Most Of Your Family Day Trip

(This post has been sponsored by Miller Ferry. All opinions are my own.)Are you in need of a little getaway? A day trip may be just the thing! With so many people cancelling their extended travel plans, taking a day trip is a great way to get out and create some...

Party Planning for Teens is HERE!

It is here! Party Planning, a curriculum that teaches teenagers how to throw a great party from beginning to end, launches today! Click here for all the information and to pick up a PDF copy for only $4.99! (Launch price valid 11/19/19-11/21/19.)

Hobby Lobby Scavenger Hunt for Kids

One day, we were on a historical field trip. I love field trips and the opportunity to see history come alive. Well, it just so happened that down the street from where our field trip was taking place, I knew of a new Hobby Lobby that had opened its doors. A new...

Happy Birthday Hodge

It was about 6:15am. I was sitting at my computer at the kitchen island as usual, working away when an exploding bundle of energy and excitement burst through the doorway. Let's just start by saying that my son is a morning person. I am usually up about 5am...

Mini Trifles: Fun to Make, Made To Share

I am always on the look out for ways to involve my kids in giving to or blessing another person. This particular idea not only makes it easy to do just that, but it is fun to make and quite delicious. For Our Chocolate & Strawberry Trifle, You'll Need: * Angel...

Money Saving Mom’s New eBook!

I'm very excited! Crystal Paine of Money Saving Mom has launched her latest ebook called 21 Days to a More Disciplined Life. It is based on her hugely popular series with the same name. (It was a great series!) She rewrote it, added more information including...

I’ve been hacked by Dan

Today, in response to a challenge to talk about the positive impact of the blogging community, Dan has "hacked" into my blog. He is talking about the wonderful support and encouragement I've received from my fellow bloggers. Oh and he does go on to share a couple of...

Dulce de Leche Filled Cupcakes

I have decided when baking for a kids' parties, cupcakes are easiest. I'm not saying I'll never make a cake for the "friends" party again. I love making fun cakes. It's just that cupcakes are easier. After all, each birthday in my house gets three cakes! Crazy,...

Fun with Old Family Photos

I love this precious idea from Cherise. She took four generations of childhood photos on her husband's side and put them all in a frame. The youngest little one on the right is her son. Moving left is his father, then grandfather and great grandfather. Do you see...

Our Luau Birthday Celebration (Part Two)

Aloha! We're back talking about the Luau Celebration we hosted for my kids' family birthday party. On the first post, we talked about greeting the guests with pineapple-coconut smoothies, leis and more. Today, we're going to wrap up with the menu and buffet display....

7 To Sit: Checking In

How are you doing with 7 To Sit (our one-week challenge to eat at the table)? I've made it to the table for every meal so far. And I'm finding it to be a great time to slow down, especially at breakfast, and spend some extra time chatting with the kids. I'd normally...

So Sweet Baby Shower

This beautiful baby shower packed a triple punch. It was designed by three ladies (Sarah, Marcy & Cherise), all who have had parties featured here before. Isn't this the most gorgeous party table? I love it! They have interest at every level from a table skirt...