Babies look so sweet and innocent with their chubby cheeks, perfect skin, adorable little fingers and toes. We are so love struck. We bring them home and let them take over what used to be the office or guest...
If you are like me, the time between Thanksgiving and Christmas is your favorite time of year. I love all of the togetherness that Thanksgiving brings. From the food and conversation to football games and naps, Thanksgiving is hands-down...
Ready to get into the holiday spirit, that good old-fashioned way? Check out the Old World Christmas market at Cedar Rapids' Czech & Slovak Museum & Library on December 7 and 8!
Christmas markets (Vánoční trhy) are an important part...
I am a Christmas geek. I’m one of “those people” whom most roll their eyes at. I’m the type that switches over to holiday radio and decorates her tree the second Thanksgiving is passed. Some years I’ve put the...
Do you have an Advent calendar? Twenty-five little boxes of prizes: candy, wine, socks, Legos, or all other manners of toys and trinkets? These calendars have gained all kinds of popularity over the past years. My kids have had...
I love presents. There, I said it. I love wrapping them. I love opening them. I love the look of a bunch of presents under the tree (although, with a one-year-old, we are NOT doing that this year!). Presents...
After breakfast one mid-November morning, I told my 2 ½ year old little man it was time to put on his Christmas pajamas and go jump on mommy and daddy’s bed. He was more agreeable than ever to get...
If you’re anything like me, this is your absolute favorite time of year. We watch all the Christmas movies, get a real tree and make it a whole family experience, the elf makes an appearance all month long and...
There are just 14 days left until Christmas…can you believe it? Have you gotten a chance to take your kids to see Santa yet? Maybe you’re a person who takes their kids multiple times in a season. Or maybe you’re like...
This year has been filled with so much uncertainty. As the holiday season is upon us, many are faced with the hard decision to simply say no to family gatherings as we attempt to keep ourselves and our loved...
Giving Back: Service and Volunteer Opportunities in the Iowa City Area
Happy Giving Tuesday, friends!
It's the season of giving! Now is a great time to learn more about Iowa City area organizations that serve our...
