Author Archives: Kristina Slaney

Last year we remodeled our kitchen. It was something we'd wanted to do for several years, and since my husband is a handy guy, we knew we'd be DIY-ing the project. But before we started the work our f...

As parents we agonize over the smallest decision that affects our kids. So when it comes to the big ones, agonize doesn't even begin to describe it. Some of these decisions seem so big and life-alteri...

You guys. Marriage is amazing. And hard. And ridiculous. And hilarious. Because no matter how great our relationship is, we all have those moments when we sit seething in anger over our partner's inse...

Most people don't think of sandwiches as an impressive dinnertime option, but the truth is that they're really easy to upscale. Swap your typical bread for an artisan loaf from your favorite bakery, g...

One trick I use regularly to get dinner on the table quickly is using smoked sausages. Since they're fully cooked, they shave lots of time off of dinnertime prep. This post is sponsored by Hempler's. ...

Our modest two-piece swimwear posts remain some of our most popular, so we're back again with the 2019 edition! While one-piece swimsuits tend to be the go-to style when looking for full-coverage swim...

Well, here we are. In that stretch of dark, damp, chilly weather between the magic of the holidays and the sunshine of the summer. Yes, spring break is coming. Yes, some of your kids have mid-winter b...

Most families don't have the luxury of enjoying a meal together in the morning, so most of us are missing out on a whole category of amazing meals. Opting for breakfast for dinner one or two times a w...

There's something about a new outfit that makes you feel special. A crisp new shirt that makes you feel sharp, a comfy pair of pants that fit just right, a dress that twirls in just the right way. I l...

This is one of my family's favorite dinners - there are never any leftovers. And it's one of my favorites, too, because it's so easy and there's practically no clean-up! I love using Isernio's sausage...