Author Archives: Rebecca Joy

I think it's important at the start of this blog to tell you I am against smartphones for kids. My husband and I are adamant that research shows too many negative outcomes from kids being connected to...

Psalm 63:1 O God, you are my God, I earnestly search for you. My soul thirsts for you; my whole body longs for you in this parched and weary land where there is no water. I love fall. It's probably my...

I am feeling broken this week because I know I have to say goodbye. It's the right thing to do, to let go, but I don't want to. Instead I wish you were here, playing with my kids, dreaming about trave...

School is back in session or almost back in session. We know you have a lot on your plate and that you want to create special moments with your kids. Let us help you capture that first day of school m...

Even though back to school supplies are on the shelf, summer is not over yet! There is still so much fun to bed had and we are here to help. Our friends at the Westin Seattle are the perfect go to if ...

I love social media. I also hate social media. What I mean is I love when I connect with people on social media. My family is spread out, my friends are super busy so I love staying updated with peopl...

You've probably heard the warnings that it is essential we know what is in the sunscreen we are using. EWG (Environmental Working Group) is an organization that puts together helpful information each ...

It seems silly really, but my daughter came up to me the other day and said, "I think we can make s'mores over the toaster. Can we try?" I didn't really want to, honestly. I was busy trying to get din...

I have decided I am the worst end of the school year mom of all time. I simply could not keep up this year. Every week I started to care less about the homework my kids were supposed to do and wonder ...

Planning a kid birthday party can be an exciting yet overwhelming experience. I tend to lean more toward overwhelming than fun, but I do love to see my kids exited for their big day. Here is my way of...