Here we go with yet another transition for our 2-year-old! A couple months ago, we moved her to a toddler bed, and that is going really well. So we decided to start the next big move -- potty training. We are trying to get all these big transitions out of the way before the new baby comes. That will be a big enough change for her that we don't want to throw in using the potty at the same time. Using the 3-Day Potty Boot Camp I decided after a little research and talking to some friends to use the 3-Day Potty Boot Camp method for potty training. First of all, the whole "3-day" part of Continue Reading
Bathroom Makeover: Goodbye Swans
One of the first rooms finished in my house was surprisingly the bathroom. I guess it got done first because I need the bathroom. I need a toilet and a shower -- that's important to me. Now that it's done, I'm so excited to share it with ya'll! Check out my bathroom makeover! Here's what the bathroom looked like before we did anything. There was a window above the bathtub. Complete with old lady curtains. There were two towel racks above the bathtub. Teal and brown tile. A big clashing flower border. An old small mirror with lights that don't work. A big long mirror above the Continue Reading
10 Ways to be the Hostess with the Mostest
Being a great hostess is very important to me. I love having people come to visit, and I want to make sure I do whatever I can to make them feel welcome, comfortable, and at home. Oftentimes, it's just about putting yourself in your visitor's place. If you were the guest, what would make you feel more at ease while visiting? Here are the ways I make sure I'm the hostess with the mostest. 10 Tips for Being a Great Hostess 1. Soft, clean towels. When your guests wake up in the morning, they don't want to go chasing down a towel to use after they shower. Instead, keep soft, clean towels Continue Reading