Every year since my youngest son was born, we’ve taken a Christmas morning picture under the Christmas tree. The picture HAS to be taken before a single present is opened. The tradition started because Dad was typically the last person in the family to make it out of bed. The picture was created as…
Be an Honorary Knight this New Year’s Eve at Medieval Times
Note: My family was invited to attend the New Year’s Eve celebration at the Washington DC-area Medieval Times and I wanted to share my excitement in case a few of my local friends could join in the NYE family fun with us. Although tickets to the show were provided, all thoughts and opinions are my…
‘Twas the Night Before Stanley… #TwasTheStanley
Note: This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Verizon. The opinions and text are all mine. The number one thing on MY holiday wish list this year is a laptop. I’ve survived many, many years without a laptop (the last laptop I owned was in college…). I love my big screen…
Peanut Butter Fudge Bites
Brought to you by JELL-O. Anything can go wrong during the holidays. Except these recipes. Welcome! Do these peanut butter fudge bites have you drooling? That’s the exact effect that they have on me! Have I mentioned that this peanut butter fudge recipe is just about the EASIEST no-bake dessert ever? You are going to…
The Best Cheese Log Recipe
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Kraft. The opinions and text are all mine. Looking for more holiday recipes? You’ll love these Salted Maple Cashew Haystacks or this NEW sweet and salty Cinnamon Pecan Crunch cheese log. Years ago (maybe 15 years?), my good friend brought a cheese log to…
Aunt Fern’s Famous Old-Fashioned Fudge Recipe
When I was growing up, my mom made the same treats for the neighbors every holiday season – plenty of homemade, hand-wrapped caramels, butterscotch bars, and ALWAYS a few batches Aunt Fern’s Fudge. I don’t remember when I heard the story of our fudge recipe, but it was never just fudge in my mind…
Merry Christmas from our LEGO Minifigure Family!
This post brought to you by LEGO. All opinions are 100% mine. My family members have long been fans of building with LEGO. My kids love LEGO because they can build anything their minds can dream of. I love LEGO because my kids are occupied for hours using their imaginations. I've found a new reason…
The Annual Franklin Family Holiday Treat Plate #ALDIstyle
I am participating in a sponsored brand ambassadorship with ALDI. All opinions stated are my own. Perhaps one of my favorite holiday traditions that was passed down by my mom is baking treats for the annual holiday treat plate. My mom taught me a few of my favorite recipes that I make year after year…and…
Give the Gift of Music this Holiday {Giveaway}
This post and giveaway is sponsored by Music & Arts. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I grew up in a musical family. I always felt like I was the one lacking in the talent department, but I have always valued music. I took piano lessons throughout my school years and then supplemented…
Gingerbread Houses 2013 {Wordless Wednesday}
Our first snow day of the year was the perfect time to decorate the traditional gingerbread houses. The kids had so much fun putting their, um, personal touches to their houses… What have you been up to lately? Seven Clown Circus | Parenting By Dummies | Angry Julie Monday | Live and Love Outloud…
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