Have I ever told you that Oklahoma is BLAZIN’ HOT?!?! Haha……no, it’s not that bad (yet!) but it has definitely warmed up. And swimming in the pool, going to the splash park, and even playing in the backyard in the sprinklers is what this summer will be made of. And my kids are completely fine […]
Things have really warmed up around here and when the sun is shining for so many hours during the day…it makes me crave having more living plants and flowers around the house — inside and out! I do have some pots that I have used year after year but I have been thinking it would […]
My kids love to help me take care of our plants and flowers, both inside and outside of the house. However, they all want to help at the same time. And here comes the problem — only ONE WATERING CAN!! So, instead of buying the kids their own watering can, I saved up a few […]
This post was written by my foodie sister Robin, who is now sharing all of her favorite recipes and kitchen tips regularly on the new “Make It and Love It – in the KITCHEN” portion of this blog. Try a few of her recipes…your belly will thank you! -Ashley . . . . . […]
Oh my word…..I am SO excited to welcome our very newest contributor to Make It and Love It — Jill from Snugglebug University! Jill has some serious talent in those fingers of hers and has an eye for sewing construction. I think my favorite thing over on her site, are her darling plush toys….ack, so […]
Now that it’s summer time (or maybe ‘almost summer’ for some of you), is it possible you might have a little more “free time”? I know that sounds strange if you have kids at home but just think, no early morning drop offs, PTO meetings or concerts! And if you don’t have kiddos……summer means more […]
I found some really cute Aztec print knit fabric at the store, hmmm, maybe a month ago? The print is a vivid cherry red color with a basic white background……and looked very summery to me, so I had to buy it! It was in their seasonal summer fabrics and so I need to go back […]
25 Outdoor Summer Activities for KIDS! My kids are OUT OF SCHOOL!!!! Are yours? (I hope so…) We are VERY ready for summer. Especially a little break from a rigid routine…….because lazy mornings, lots of sunshine, and a little spontaneity is exactly what we need around here. And let’s be honest, I was really […]