Category: Special Occasions

I love bruschetta. It is perfect for sitting with friends and wine for a lunch party! I like to make this particular recipe because it is super healthy,...

Chicago Family Holidays Teaching and Learning

CELEBRATING CULTURE, CHARACTER AND CONFUCIUS – KOHL CHILDREN’S M– USEUM NEWEST TEMPORARY EXHIBIT, “CHILDREN’S CHINA”

January 9, 2017

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I get so excited about opportunities for children to play and learn through meaningful experiences. This one coming to the Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater...

Decorating DIY & Crafts Holidays

How to Make a Last Minute Centerpiece for Christmas

December 23, 2016

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When decorating for the holidays it is the little touches that make things special. Especially if you are entertaining for Christmas, you want to have...

Children DIY & Crafts Holidays Ideas for Quality Time with Kids in Under 30 minutes

Compilation of Christmas Gifts & Decor that Kids Can Make

December 16, 2016

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You will love looking through the clever craftiness of my fellow bloggers. There are so many cool crafts, festive decor and more on this Compilation...

DIY & Crafts Green Living Holidays Style and Beauty

DIY Peppermint Body Scrub

December 14, 2016

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Peppermint is one of my favorite scents and flavors, but especially during the holiday season it evokes a bit more of a nostalgic feeling! It...

DIY & Crafts Family Holidays Ideas for Quality Time with Kids in Under 30 minutes Special Occasions

Extensive List of Christmas Crafts Just for Kids

December 13, 2016

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As you know, I am a big proponent of education and I provide many ways to spend fun time with your children in ways that...

Shopping Special Occasions Style and Beauty

A Few of My Favorite Things that Make Perfect Holiday Gifts

December 8, 2016

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I have some favorite things that I know would make great gifts for the women in your life. With the holiday gift giving season underway...

Chicago Family Holidays

BMO Harris Bank Magnificent Lights Festival in Chicago

December 7, 2016

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This is a sponsored post for BMO Harris Bank Magnificent Lights Festival. All opinions are my own. BMO Harris Bank Magnificent Lights Festival in Chicago...

Jen has a bachelor's degree in business and is passionate about social media marketing having worked on ad campaigns with major brands. Jen has a master's degree in elementary education and is passionate about providing an equitable education to children with various learning styles and needs. She has an extensive background in early childhood education to provide little ones with developmental learning experiences in their formative years. Wanting to make a bigger difference in the lives of families, Jen now works as a social worker to strengthen families in the state of Arizona.