Valentine’s on a Budget

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching. It always sneaks up on me and comes so fast after Christmas.  Why is that?  It’s the same time every year, but it just comes so fast. My family doesn’t go all out for this holiday, but we do acknowledge it and do a little something special for each other. […]

Giant Mysterious Dinosaurs

Giant Mysterious Dinosaurs have invaded Phoenix.  They have taken over the Arizona Science Center until January 21, 2013.  You won’t want to miss this exhibit. Visit the exhibit to “explore the largest touring collection of dinosaur skeletons and robotics while following the evolutionary course of these super-giants. Titans up to 70 feet long and 24 […]

Breakfast with Santa at Rico’s American Grill

Last weekend, my family had breakfast with Santa at Rico’s!  It was truly an amazing experience.  First…an all you can eat delicious breakfast buffet.  Fruit, cereal, oatmeal, eggs, bacon, sausage, muffins, potatoes, etc…YUM!  Then, Mrs. Cluas made her rounds and gave the kids coloring books before Santa stopped by each table.  Santa invited the kids […]

5 Video Game Gift Ideas for Girls

I have the perfect list…5 video games gift ideas for girls!  My daughter has a Nintendo DS, so we mostly buy games for that.  She just loves each of these and wanted me to share them with you.  I’ve included a little bit about each game from the company for you! And if you are […]

$25 Whole Foods Gift Card Giveaway

This giveaway is in conjunction with my post and giveaway on Around My Family Table about holiday entertaining.  You may enter both giveaways, but can only win once. a Rafflecopter giveaway

North Pole Experience

I recently had the opportunity to visit Santa’s Workshop and the North Pole Experience in Flagstaff. It moved from Greer to Flagstaff this year which will be great for those of us in the Valley. My family actually attended last year in Greer too (at our own cost), so I’m able to easily compare the […]

The New Look of Gold Canyon Candles

  I have been a huge fan of Gold Canyon Candles for years.  I love that the scents really fill up a room.  I love that the candles last a long time.  I didn’t love the label and the boring jar they came in. The new Heritage Line with Diamond-Light is beautiful and a more […]

Imagination Movers Review

  Last week, I took the kids to the Imagination Movers show here in Phoenix. Honestly, I was a little upset that the show was at 4pm in the afternoon.  It was hard to get there in time, but we made it!  With 5 minutes to spare!  The kids were pumped for the show and […]

13 Fall Craft Ideas

I love this time of year. The temps start to cool down, I dig out my soup recipes, and my birthday is in October! I hope you enjoy these 13 Fall Craft Ideas that I’ve put together from some of my favorite bloggers!   1. Mason Jar Ghosts  2. Easy Thanksgiving Place Card Holders 3. […]

Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market

When:  Saturday, September 15th 2012 from 7:30 am until 2:00 pm Where: WestWorld in Scottsdale What: 70 of Arizona’s finest creative vendors. Attendees are sure to find something they will love. From all things chippy, rusty, vintage and handmade, shoppers may find that perfect vintage dress, a one-of-a-kind piece of antique furniture, handmade jewelry, or another treasure for […]