Author Archives: Maria Magee
Big Emotions Come With Small Changes
Moms know all too well that there will be moments in our children's lives that will overwhelm us with emotion. The kind of emotion where it feels like your heart grew three sizes in a day. Big moments...
Maria Magee Nov 14, 2024 Getty | standret
Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree
It's hard to believe that the holiday season is already upon us! November is full of excitement as we prepare for the festivities ahead. Yes, Thanksgiving will be here before we know it! The turkeys, ...
Maria Magee Nov 12, 2024
Feeding a Crowd This Holiday Season With a Budget-Friendly Beef Strata Recipe
Autumn has set in and the few straggling leaves clinging to the branches seem to be in a contest to see who can hold on the longest. Not only do the trees know that winter is on its way, but there is ...
Maria Magee Nov 05, 2024
Healthy Holidays: Green Peppercorn Crusted Strip Beef Roast
The holiday season is here! Does that fill you with excitement or do your shoulders get tense just thinking about the big get-togethers that are coming up? It's no secret that there can be a lot of pr...
Maria Magee Nov 04, 2024
Phones, Controllers, and Laptops, Oh My!
I know this phrase has likely been said since the beginning of time, but parenting is not what it used to be! Technology, for better or worse, is a whole new ball game. When my husband and I were litt...
Maria Magee Oct 25, 2024 Getty | Aleksandar Nakic
When Your Kids have Bad Dreams
Have bad dreams ever disrupted your family's slumber? They aren't only terrifying for children, but they can be jarring for moms and dads, too! One minute you're fast asleep, enjoying every precious s...
Maria Magee Oct 21, 2024 Getty | LeManna
Swimming in Mom Guilt
I wouldn't trade life with my family of six for anything. I love all of the different personalities, the way we support each other, and the memories we make. Even so, there are certainly some hard day...
Maria Magee Oct 12, 2024 Getty | draganab
Handcrafted DIY Fall Leaf Bug Craft
"Come little leaves," said the Wind one day, "Come to the meadows with me and play. Put on your dresses of red and gold; for summer is past and the days grow cold." -George Cooper With the swirling le...
Maria Magee Sep 29, 2024
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
Oh yes, it's that pumpkin time of year! If you're looking for an easy but amazing fall dessert to throw together, this is it. These bars last about ten minutes in my house! I've even brought these to ...
Maria Magee Sep 23, 2024
10 Fun Kids' Books for Back-to-School
Summer is winding down and a new school year is upon us! Are you dreading the end of this sunny season or are you anxiously awaiting the cozy fall days ahead? I find the end of summer to be bitterswee...
Maria Magee Aug 13, 2024