Author Archives: Maria Magee

These cheesy little delights are the perfect appetizer. They're ideal snacks for a Superbowl party but really work well for any occasion. An easier version of a jalapeno popper and not too spicy, even...

It might sound silly, but one of my favorite things about January is putting up a wall calendar for the new year. I almost always choose one that has beautiful pictures of the seasons. I find them so ...

You just can't have Christmastime without candy canes, they are everywhere this time of year! There is more to these sweet, wintertime treats than your kids might think. Here are some great ways to sh...

It just doesn't feel like Christmastime without decorating some festive cookies! There are so many to choose from and most families have their tried-and-true favorites, but if you're looking for the p...

Moms know all too well that there will be moments in our children's lives that will overwhelm us with emotion. The kind of emotion where it feels like your heart grew three sizes in a day. Big moments...

It's hard to believe that the holiday season is already upon us! November is full of excitement as we prepare for the festivities ahead. Yes, Thanksgiving will be here before we know it! The turkeys, ...

Autumn has set in and the few straggling leaves clinging to the branches seem to be in a contest to see who can hold on the longest. Not only do the trees know that winter is on its way, but there is ...

The holiday season is here! Does that fill you with excitement or do your shoulders get tense just thinking about the big get-togethers that are coming up? It's no secret that there can be a lot of pr...

I know this phrase has likely been said since the beginning of time, but parenting is not what it used to be! Technology, for better or worse, is a whole new ball game. When my husband and I were litt...

Have bad dreams ever disrupted your family's slumber? They aren't only terrifying for children, but they can be jarring for moms and dads, too! One minute you're fast asleep, enjoying every precious s...