“Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.” John Lennon was right.
Learn to love your life – even the messy, boring and unexpected parts of it – with these valuable tips and tricks to being a happier, healthier version of you.
We just spent a week out in Nags Head, North Carolina for a family vacation and had a blast! This is our second time going with my whole family in the last few years and I also went there as a little kid with my cousins! We spent a week in the Outer Banks of … Read the full article
The 4th of July is almost here! I love any reason to decorate and a holiday is the perfect reason. Whether you’re throwing a big backyard bash or just want to add a few decorations for you (and your neighbors!) to enjoy, adding some festive fun to the outside and inside of your home is … Read the full article
Bullet journaling can be a fantastic way to stay on track, make goals, and create a planner for your desired format! Journaling can feel too structured, but bullet journaling allows you to pick and choose what you would like to include in your notebook. What is Bullet Journaling? Bullet journaling is a fun way to … Read the full article
Big thanks to Zonderkidz for supporting this Simple Daily Easter Activities for Kids post! It’s almost Easter! With everything that’s going on in the world, Easter is likely going to feel a little different this year. Because of that, I wanted to share daily Easter activities for kids! My hope and prayer is that these … Read the full article
If you haven’t heard about a Favorite Things Party, you’re in for a serious treat. We all have products that we absolutely adore. Have you ever tried a new brand of deodorant or swear by a particular brand of mascara and love to tell everyone you know about these products? We naturally want to share … Read the full article
You’ve finally purchased your Peloton bike or your Peloton tread and want to dig into crushing some classes. But wait – who are the Peloton instructors? What do you need to know? Here are all the Peloton instructors, what they teach and a bit more about each one. Which Peloton Instructor or class is right … Read the full article
As you begin to focus in on goals you have for yourself, it’s a great idea to create a vision board. And what better way to have some fun and set some goals than by having a Vision Board Party! Oftentimes vision board parties happen at the end of a year or at the beginning … Read the full article
Looking for a hot water bottle? Whether you just need a little extra warmth in your bed at night or are looking for a way to ease aches and pains, hot water bottles are something that should be in every household! Hot water bottles are basically the same thing as an electric heating pad and … Read the full article
During a year in which everyone could use an extra dose of cheer and joy, let’s start by doing so close to home. Whether you know your neighbors well or not, let them know you’re thinking of them during this odd and less-than-ideal holiday season. I’m going to spread the love and gratitude with gift … Read the full article
Trying to decide if you should get a real vs fake Christmas tree? It can be quite the dilemma. Today we’ll chat through some pros of each and some fun facts about Christmas trees that I bet you didn’t know! I grew up with fake Christmas trees. We would splurge on a nice one and … Read the full article
Looking for a super easy tutorial for pipe cleaner candy canes? Today I’m sharing a step by step guide for the easiest toddler Christmas craft around! I’m always on the lookout for easy crafts that my kids can do without me helping every step along the way. This simple pipe cleaner candy cane craft was … Read the full article
If you need a pick me up in the summer but can’t bear to grab another cup of hot coffee, I have something better! A coffee popsicle! We have 3 kids ages 4 and under so you better believe we’ll take all the caffeine we can get right now but sometimes a hot cup of … Read the full article
Hosting an ugly Christmas sweater party? Want a statement tree for your upcoming white elephant gift exchange? This DIY Balloon Garland Christmas Tree is just the thing for any type of holiday party! Let’s be frank, this balloon garland Christmas tree won’t be your Christmas tree for the entire season but it will make for … Read the full article
Minnesotans love summer. Enjoying meals on patios, outdoor activities like hiking and biking and even leisurely walking from shop to shop in the nice weather is something we all look forward to! With everything going on with COVID-19, some people are excited to get out and about while others may be hesitant to venture out … Read the full article
Always wondering what to pack in a carry on? I get it! You don’t want to to pack too much and have to lug a giant bag through the airport and try to stuff it under the seat in front of you. On the other hand, you don’t want to be stuck on a flight … Read the full article
I love holidays! It’s the perfect excuse to cook delicious food, decorate (probably a bit too much) and spend time with loved ones. With the 4th of July coming up, I wanted to share some 4th of July food ideas with you! I love simple, festive food for parties and holidays. I’ve sourced a variety … Read the full article
Today I’m launching a new Saturday series – Made in Minnesota! Each Saturday I’m going to highlight some local makers who are creating incredible products that I love. I love introducing you to new brands and I LOVE local. I also know that this current state can be a hard time for small shops and … Read the full article
Own a home? Live in Minnesota? Today I’m going to be sharing one of the best resources to keep your home in tip top shape – Kura Home! Kura Home is a home maintenance business that does everything from air duct cleaning to routine maintenance to everything in between. I had a team from Kura … Read the full article
Lately there has been more and more talk about sustainability and the importance of trying to be more sustainable in your daily life. One thing I’ve realized is that even the smallest change can have a huge impact! For example, switching from plastic bags to reusable bags for snacks in the car (or in Roy’s … Read the full article
Looking for things to do in Sedona? If you have a day or two to spend there, here’s some ideas on what to do! My sister and sister-in-law and I just spent a long weekend in Arizona. I’ve spent some time in Sedona in the past and fell in love with it so I was … Read the full article
I love doing crafts with my kids especially themed ones! Valentine’s Day is coming up so today I wanted to share some Valentine’s Day crafts for kids! Below are 7 different types of crafts to do for kids of all ages! Since my kids are 2 and 3 I wanted to share crafts that they … Read the full article
Looking to add more greens to your diet in the easiest way possible? Try a green smoothie! I’m way more apt to drink my greens than eat them so I created this green smoothie recipe to help add some additional nutrients into my diet. I’ve been drinking a form of green smoothie for years now … Read the full article
This post is sponsored by Southdale Center. All opinions are mine. When buying Christmas presents it’s so easy to go crazy and buy ALL THE THINGS! I love buying gifts, so for me it’s a way I show love to those around me. To help me not get carried away, I’m trying out the “something they … Read the full article
This post is sponsored by Tranquility but as always, all opinions are my own. Looking for a weighted blanket? Today I’m sharing my full, honest review of the Tranquility weighted blanket! Last year we bought my mom a weighted blanket for her birthday. Secretly my sister and I both wanted to keep it for ourselves … Read the full article
As women, many of us moms, we are often so bad at taking care of ourselves (myself included!!). We’re quick to help out a friend who needs a hand or make sure sure our kids are bathed, fed and dressed but forget about ourselves! I mean, how often do we leave the house to run … Read the full article
I just wrapped up my second trimester and as promised, I wanted to share the second trimester workouts I did! You can check out what I did during the first trimester over on this post. I find the first and third trimesters to be the hardest to get workouts in! The first trimester is full … Read the full article
The last time we traveled I showed some of my packing tricks on Instagram and y’all loved it! If you’re heading out on a trip anytime soon (especially if you have kids in tow), you’ll want to try out some of these packing hacks! 11 Genius Packing Hacks Paisley + Sparrow is a participant in … Read the full article
National BFF Day is coming up on June 8th! Your best friend (or friends!) is someone you definitely should be celebrating often and especially on National BFF Day! It can be hard to find gifts that aren’t cheesy for your best friend when you’re an adult so I wanted to share a few simple ideas … Read the full article
I found the BEST Apple Watch band for small wrists! Penelope’s room is coming together with this adorable wallpaper from Wayfair and a dresser from Pottery Barn! I got to do a mid-week getaway to Lora Hotel in Stillwater and it was amazing! I walked in an Anthropologie fashion show with the kid’s last night … Read the full article
Looking for ways to make people smile? Here are 20 random acts of kindness ideas for friends, strangers and everyone in between! Heart health is something that affects more of us than you realize. My family, for instance, has 3 generations of people with high blood pressure. My grandma, my dad and my sister (who … Read the full article