As a family we love fall traditions, and one of our favorites is our group costume tradition. Ever since Charlotte’s first Halloween we have done a family themed costume for Halloween. I have some mixed feelings about this holiday, but for our little family we have chosen to focus on activities that bring us together … More Simple Celebrations: Family Costumes
C started planning her birthday party months before it actually arrived. It was a new experience for me to have no say in the theme decision. Naturally for her first and second birthdays I was able to have complete creative freedom, and for her third birthday I steered her toward an idea that I knew … More Simple Celebrations: A Rainbow 4th Birthday Party
When I started planning T’s first birthday I tried to keep things as simple as possible. I chose a hot air balloon theme to match her nursery, and figured I could use a lot of her room decor for the party. Of course it’s never easy for me to hold back when it comes to … More T’s 1st birthday: an old-fashioned hot air balloon picnic
Charlotte is at that magical age where she understands what a holiday is and gets wonderfully (or terribly) wound up with anticipation. Fortunately, her idea of a celebration is pretty simple. A few decorations, some special food, and a few surprises are really all it takes to make a holiday memorable and magical for her. … More Simple Celebrations: Easter 2016
