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My family has grown leaps and bounds in the past few years. Well, thankfully not my immediate family, but we do have several newborn nieces and nephews! Let's just be honest here. We all know as our families grow, our lives become ever more complicated, and yes it is easy to forget certain things we never imagined we wouldn't forever remember. Sadly, I'm referring to the details of certain life changing events like the births of our children. Of course we will always (let's hope!) recall …

Do you have an independent little prince or princess with definite ideas on everything from favorite snacks to number one sport teams, top kid videos, and even room decor? It's always an adventure when our little ones can let us know their likes and dislikes, which actually makes decorating their bedroom so much fun! Of course, we want to make it as appealing as possible so our little darlings want to spend the night (and I mean the whole night!) in their own little bed! Here's an idea for y …

One day it's snow and ice, and the next day is 60°F and sunny! That has always been the weather challenge here in  Saint Louis, Missouri. It's sort of what you see is what you get with absolutely no rhyme or reason. But, I can always tell when Spring is near... the itchy eyes, runny nose, sore throat and laryngitis give it away each year as the doldrums of Winter anxiously await the awakening of a new Spring. The sickly annoyances are all worth it because I will soon feel better with …

Santa Claus is coming to town! This classic holiday  song has been a favorite of mine (and so many other children and adults alike) from the very first time I heard my mom sing it to me. It has remained a dearly loved song as I have shared it countless times with my own family and so many nieces, nephews, and friends too. The original song was written in 1934 by Broadway composer John Frederick Coots and lyricist Haven Gillespie, and it was an immediate hit! Over the years it has …

When my daughter was born I never in my wildest dreams thought I would one day be shopping online. I must admit I love it! There are so many specialty shops with just the perfect gifts for anyone and everyone...even those hard to buy for friends and relatives whom seem to have it all! I especially love looking at all the unique outfits and gifts for the little ones. You can find anything from the softest embroidered baby blankets to sibling shirt sets and even a personalized&nbs …